English Transcriber

Productive Playhouse; Calgary; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A global data company is looking for remote transcribers for project-based work. Responsibilities include transcribing audio files and following specific guidelines, with a flexible schedule. Ideal candidates will have native-level English proficiency and computer skills. Compensation is $17 per hour. This role provides the opportunity to earn extra income while working from home.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Work from home

Qualifications

• Native-level (C2) proficiency in English, including reading and writing.
• Excellent grammar, orthography, and punctuation in English.
• High-speed internet access.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe all assigned audio files.
• Follow project guidelines.
• Meet project deadlines.
• Make consistent progress on assigned audio files.
• Communicate with project managers in a timely manner.

Skills

Typing

Computer/Internet skills

Web search skills

Responsiveness to email

Ability to meet deadlines

Job description

Overview

Productive Playhouse Inc. (PPH) is a global data company focused on transcription, translation, linguistic analysis, rating, systems testing, localization, field and studio recording, language skill verification, and sensitive data handling.

Job Type: Remote, project-based contract transcription work with flexible schedule.

Job Summary

The current transcription project involves research for talk-to-text technology and transcribing audio in our online database. Listen to audio files and transcribe what you hear. Some labeling of segments is required. Transcription must follow provided guidelines. Transcribers are paid per minute of audio transcribed, with workload varying by project needs.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe all assigned audio files
• Follow project guidelines
• Meet project deadlines
• Make consistent progress on assigned audio files
• Communicate with project managers in a timely and effective manner
• Communicate in English with project managers via email (verbal communication not required)

Skills

• Typing
• A good command of English is preferred
• Computer/Internet skills
• Web search skills
• Responsiveness to email
• Ability to meet deadlines

Requirements

• Native-level (C2) proficiency in English, including reading and writing. If not, you may be considered for other roles by submitting an inquiry via the Jobseekers Inquiry form.
• Excellent grammar, orthography, and punctuation in English. A test will be required.
• High-speed internet access
• Access to e-mail

Job Details

Location: Remote

Status: Project-Based (Contract)

Compensation: USD $17 per hour

Benefits: Flexible schedule, work from home

Additional Information

Join our growing team at PPH. This role offers an opportunity to earn extra income from home on a flexible project basis.

Disclaimer: The job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position. Productive Playhouse reserves the right to modify or revise the job description as necessary.

EEO Commitment: Productive Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is at-will. All offers are contingent upon the candidate’s ability to provide valid documentation of identity and eligibility to work, and to pass background checks as applicable. We participate in E-Verify where required.

Important: The application may include additional questions and acknowledgments related to equal opportunity, at-will employment, and consent for background checks as part of the process.