German Transcriber

Lionbridge AI; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Lionbridge AI is seeking contributors to transcribe audio into accurate, well-structured text across podcasts, single- and multi-speaker recordings. You will follow project guidelines, maintain consistency, and identify speakers where applicable; strong German proficiency and good English writing are required, with flexible, ongoing work on a secure online platform.

Projects are ongoing through 2026 with potential for additional tasks and continued work.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Transcribe audio into clear, well-structured text.
• Handle a variety of audio types (single-speaker, podcasts, multi-speaker).
• Identify speakers where applicable.
• Ensure high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Follow project-specific transcription guidelines and formatting.

Skills

German proficiency

English proficiency

Listening skills

Following instructions

Attention to detail

Transcription/annotation experience

Job description

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

1. 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 German

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