Finnish Transcription Expert

Confidential; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Zekai seeks a Finnish Transcription Expert for a 100% remote contractor role. You will transcribe Finnish audio with high accuracy, annotate data per guidelines, and review others’ work to ensure consistency across the project that trains next‑generation AI systems.

Native Finnish with dialect mastery, sharp attention to detail, and clear written/verbal communication are essential. Remote collaboration and timely delivery within milestones are expected; no prior AI experience is required—the

Qualifications

• Native-level proficiency in Finnish with dialect mastery.
• Proven experience in transcription, linguistics, or language-related projects.
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to error-free work.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with clarity and professionalism.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and follow complex linguistic or project guidelines.
• Responsive, proactive contributor in a remote, collaborative setting.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe Finnish audio with high accuracy.
• Annotate, segment, or label linguistic data according to guidelines.
• Review transcriptions from other contributors for consistency.
• Identify dialectal variations or ambiguities for further analysis.
• Document transcription challenges and suggest guideline improvements.
• Collaborate via written and verbal communication to clarify requirements.
• Deliver completed assignments within project timelines and milestones.

Skills

Finnish native

Transcription

Attention to detail

Communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's not required

Tools

Transcription platforms

Job description

Role Title: Finnish Transcription Expert

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

our partner is engaging Finnish Transcription Experts to contribute to an impactful customer project focused on language technology. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work:

• Transcribe Finnish audio recordings with exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Annotate, segment, or label linguistic data according to project-specific guidelines.
• Review and validate transcriptions from other contributors, ensuring consistency and high standards.
• Identify and flag ambiguities, dialectal variations, or unclear audio for further analysis.
• Document transcription challenges and contribute suggestions for guideline improvements.
• Collaborate effectively via written and verbal communication to clarify requirements and resolve questions.
• Deliver completed assignments within the agreed-upon project timelines and milestones.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Native-level proficiency in Finnish, with a strong grasp of regional dialects and colloquial language.
• Proven experience in transcription, linguistics, or language-related projects.
• Meticulous attention to detail and commitment to producing error-free work.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity and professionalism.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and follow complex linguistic or project guidelines.
• Responsive, proactive contributor who thrives in a remote, collaborative setting.
• Familiarity with transcription platforms, linguistic annotation tools, or language datasets is a plus.

This is a 100% remote contract role, open to applicants worldwide in the countries the employer accepts.