Arabic Transcriber

Lionbridge; United States; Remote; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Lionbridge is looking to onboard Transcribers to support upcoming audio processing projects. This role focuses on converting audio into accurate written text, with opportunities to contribute to annotation tasks depending on project needs.

Transcribers will work on a variety of audio types—single-speaker recordings, podcasts, and multi-speaker conversations—ensuring high accuracy and following project guidelines.

Qualifications

• Excellent proficiency in Arabic required.
• Good written English demonstrated in text.
• Strong listening and comprehension skills.
• Ability to follow detailed transcription guidelines.
• Prior transcription or annotation experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe audio files into clear, well-structured text.
• Identify speakers where applicable.
• Follow project-specific transcription guidelines.
• Annotate segments as needed according to guidelines.
• Maintain high accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Arabic proficiency

English writing

Job description

Transcriber – Audio & Annotation Projects

We are looking to onboard Transcribers to support a range of upcoming audio processing projects. This role focuses on converting audio into accurate written text, with opportunities to contribute to annotation tasks depending on project needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Transcribe audio files into clear, well-structured text
• Work with a variety of audio types, including:
  • Single-speaker recordings
  • Podcasts
  • Multi-speaker conversations
• Identify speakers where applicable
• Ensure high accuracy and attention to detail
• Follow project-specific transcription and formatting guidelines

Task Types

1. Transcription Tasks

• Convert audio content into written text
• Maintain consistency in formatting and structure
• Ensure clarity and completeness of transcriptions

2. Annotation Tasks (Project-dependent)

• Label or tag segments of text or audio
• Categorize content based on provided guidelines
• Support data quality and training datasets

Requirements

• Very high proficiency in Arabic
• Good written English
• Strong listening and comprehension skills
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and guidelines
• Previous transcription or annotation experience is a plus, but not required

Availability

• Minimum 4 hours of availability required during scheduled transcription shifts

Project Details

• Flexible working hours – complete tasks at your own pace within project timelines
• Tasks are completed via a secure online platform
• Full guidelines and instructions are provided for each task
• Ongoing support is available to ensure quality and consistency
• Multiple similar projects are planned throughout 2026 , offering potential for continued work

$15 - $23 an hour