Audio Transcription Adjudicator

Welocalize, Inc.; Philippines; Remote; PHP 9,115,000 - 12,153,000; Part time

Job summary

Welocalize, Inc. is seeking experienced Adjudicators to review discrepancies in word-level transcription and timestamp annotations for an English (US) data project.

You will provide final determinations, ensuring quality and consistency across the annotation pipeline from a remote location. The project is remote with engagement as a contract/freelance role, targeting candidates in the Philippines or India who can commit to 15–20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English with excellent listening comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Review flagged annotations from first-pass annotators and resolve discrepancies.
• Listen to audio clips and make final determinations on word-level segment boundaries and transcriptions.
• Apply the project style guide consistently to resolve edge cases.

Skills

English fluency

Adjudication experience

Attention to detail

Ability to work with ambiguity

Job description

About the Role: We are looking for experienced Adjudicators to review and resolve discrepancies in word level transcription and timestamp annotations for an English (US) speech data project. This role requires strong judgment to make final calls on flagged or disputed segments, ensuring quality and consistency across the annotation pipeline.

Project Details:

• Job Titel: Andromeda Delta - Audio Transcription Adjudicator (India/Philippines)
• Location: Philippines & India (Remote)
• Engagement Type: Contract / Freelance
• Rate: USD 7.00/hour
• Estimated Hours: 15–20 hours/week

Key Responsibilities

• Review annotations flagged by first-pass Annotators for disagreement or ambiguity
• Listen to audio clips and make final determinations on word-level segment boundaries and transcriptions
• Apply the project style guide consistently to resolve edge cases
• Provide clear rationale for adjudication decisions
• Identify patterns in annotator errors and feedback quality observations where needed

Requirements

• Fluent in English; excellent listening comprehension
• Prior experience in transcription/annotation QA, adjudication, or linguistic review preferred
• Strong ability to apply detailed guidelines consistently and make sound judgment calls
• High attention to detail and comfort working with ambiguity
• Reliable internet connection and quiet working environment with good headphones