Linguistics and Writing Specialist (Freelance)

Innodata Inc.; Mandaue; Remote; PHP 703,000 - 1,055,000; Full time

Job summary

Innodata Inc. is seeking a remote freelance linguistics data annotator to help develop AI training materials. You will analyze dialects, phonetics, historical scripts, and related visual data, then produce precise descriptions for QA and training purposes.

You will identify patterns, interpret inscriptions, and ensure accuracy while working independently from a home setup. Immediate start is available for qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• Degree in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Phonetics, Historical Linguistics, Language Studies or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge in one or more listed areas.

Responsibilities

• Analyze linguistic data, phonetic charts, dialect maps and language-related visuals.
• Review and describe images involving historical scripts and writing systems.
• Identify patterns, symbols and features in source materials.
• Develop accurate, detailed written descriptions to support AI training.
• Validate accuracy and consistency of collected information and annotations.
• Conduct research using reliable online sources and reference materials.

Skills

Dialectology

Phonetics & Phonology

Ancient Writing Systems

Historical Linguistics

Education

Linguistics or related field

Job description

The project involves creating images using code and checking their accuracy, as well as using existing reference materials to develop questions, answers, explanations, and solutions for AI training.

Areas of Expertise:

We welcome applicants with knowledge or experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Dialectology: Interpreting dialect atlases and isogloss maps that illustrate regional language variations.


• Phonetics and Phonology: Reading International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) vowel charts, formant plots, and phonetic spectrograms.


• Ancient Writing Systems: Interpreting cuneiform tablets, Mesopotamian metrology, runic and Ogham inscriptions, and Linear A and Linear B scripts.


• Historical Linguistics: Understanding language development, historical scripts, and written language data.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and interpret linguistic data, phonetic charts, dialect maps, and language-related visual materials.


• Review and describe specialized images involving historical scripts, inscriptions, and writing systems.


• Identify relevant linguistic patterns, symbols, and features in source materials.


• Develop accurate, detailed, and well-organized written descriptions to support AI training and evaluation.


• Validate the accuracy and consistency of collected information and annotations.


• Conduct research using reliable online sources and reference materials.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, Phonetics, Historical Linguistics, Language Studies, or a related field is preferred.


• Demonstrated knowledge or experience in at least one of the listed areas of expertise.


• Strong written English skills, with the ability to produce clear, accurate, and detailed descriptions.


• Excellent analytical and research skills, with strong attention to detail.


• Ability to interpret specialized charts, inscriptions, symbols, and other visual materials relevant to the field.


• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.


• Must have a personal laptop or computer and a reliable internet connection.

Additional Information:

• Engagement Type: Freelance (pooling)


• Work Arrangement: 100% Remote


• Availability: Can start ASAP


• Equipment: Must have your own desktop or laptop computer. Mobile devices are not supported. A headset and stable, high-speed internet connection are required.