French Transcriber

Lionbridge; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Remote work

Job summary

Lionbridge is seeking Transcribers for audio and annotation projects. You will transcribe audio into text, identify speakers, and follow detailed guidelines. Projects run across 2026 with flexible hours and potential annotation work as needed.

Wages range from $25 to $35 per hour based on language proficiency and task complexity. This is a remote, online role with minimum 4 hours available per shift.

Qualifications

• Very high proficiency in French.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe audio files into clear, well-structured text.
• Identify speakers where applicable.
• Follow project-specific transcription and formatting guidelines.
• Annotation tasks (project-dependent) may be required.

Skills

French proficiency

English proficiency

Listening skills

Instruction following

Transcription experience

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 French
• 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

$25 - $35 an hour