Remote Audio Expert: Transcription & Polyphonic Analysis

YO AI Labs; San Jose (CA); Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

YO AI Labs is seeking an Audio Expert for a remote, contractor role focused on music transcription and polyphonic analysis. The work involves transcribing recordings, separating SATB lines, and creating MusicXML files using Python and audio-analysis tools. Flexible schedule ~15 hours/week, fully remote.

The ideal candidate will have strong music theory, notation skills, and experience with MusicXML and relevant Python libraries. Collaboration with the AI training team is expected.

Qualifications

• Proficient in polyphonic transcription and music notation.
• Ability to separate SATB vocal lines and identify pitches, rhythms, and articulations.
• Experience with MusicXML generation and Python-based audio-analysis workflows.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe polyphonic recordings into accurate musical notation.
• Identify SATB lines and musical parameters.
• Apply correct key signatures and enharmonic spelling.
• Generate and manipulate MusicXML files.
• Use Python tools to support transcription workflows.
• Validate transcriptions through musical and technical review.

Skills

Python

Advanced Ear Training

Polyphonic Music Transcription

SATB Music

Music Theory & Notation

Harmony & Rhythm

MusicXML

Tools

librosa

NumPy

SciPy

music21

MuseScore

Essentia

pretty_midi

Job description

YO AI Labs is seeking an Audio Expert for a remote, contractor role focused on music transcription and polyphonic analysis. The work involves transcribing recordings, separating SATB lines, and creating MusicXML files using Python and audio-analysis tools. Flexible schedule ~15 hours/week, fully remote.

The ideal candidate will have strong music theory, notation skills, and experience with MusicXML and relevant Python libraries. Collaboration with the AI training team is expected.