Remote Bilingual Japanese-English Transcription Specialist

YO AI Labs; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

YO AI Labs is seeking a meticulous Japanese Language Expert for a remote, contract-based role. You will transcribe, translate, and localize Japanese and English content, ensuring accuracy and contextual fidelity across audio and text materials.

Strong independence and ability to meet deadlines in a distributed team environment are essential. Ideal candidates have native or near-native Japanese, excellent English, and proven experience in transcription or related language services.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese with strong command of English.
• Demonstrated experience in transcription, translation, localization, or related language services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in both Japanese and English.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to transcription accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Accurately transcribe audio and written materials between Japanese and English.
• Review, edit, and proofread transcripts for linguistic accuracy and clarity.
• Identify and correct grammatical and terminology errors.
• Provide linguistic feedback to improve transcription quality and consistency.

Skills

Japanese fluency

Transcription experience

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Time management

Education

Linguistics/Translation

Japanese studies

Job description

YO AI Labs is seeking a meticulous Japanese Language Expert for a remote, contract-based role. You will transcribe, translate, and localize Japanese and English content, ensuring accuracy and contextual fidelity across audio and text materials.

Strong independence and ability to meet deadlines in a distributed team environment are essential. Ideal candidates have native or near-native Japanese, excellent English, and proven experience in transcription or related language services.