Japanese Transcriber

Lionbridge; United States; Remote; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Lionbridge is seeking Transcribers for audio and annotation projects. You will convert audio into written text and may assist with tagging tasks as needed.

Ideal candidates have very high proficiency in Japanese, good written English, strong listening skills, and the ability to follow detailed guidelines. Flexible hours with a minimum of four hours per week and tasks completed on a secure online platform.

Qualifications

• Very high proficiency in Japanese.
• 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 written text with high accuracy.
• Follow project-specific transcription and formatting guidelines.
• Identify speakers where applicable and annotate as needed.
• Label or tag segments and categorize content per guidelines.

Skills

Japanese

English

Listening

Instruction following

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 Japanese
• 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

$18 - $24 an hour