Remote Japanese Language Specialist for AI Data

YO AI Labs; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

YO AI Labs is seeking a Japanese Language Expert to support AI training through accurate transcription and linguistic annotations. This contractor remote role focuses on audio transcription and metadata tagging to help improve AI systems.

You will transcribe Japanese audio, review transcripts for quality, and provide linguistic insights. Native Japanese fluency, excellent accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native fluency in Japanese.
• Strong spoken and written Japanese comprehension.
• Experience in audio transcription, linguistic review, localization, or related language work.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Familiarity with transcription tools, annotation platforms, or audio-review workflows.
• Proficiency in English to follow project instructions and handle occasional English content.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Accurately transcribe Japanese audio, capturing content, context, speaker nuances, and linguistic details.
• Review, edit, and validate transcripts for accuracy, clarity, and completeness.
• Correct errors, inconsistencies, and ambiguities in machine-generated or human-created transcripts.
• Add relevant metadata and contextual annotations as required.
• Follow project guidelines and maintain consistent quality across deliverables.
• Use transcription and audio-review tools to complete assignments efficiently.
• Provide linguistic and cultural insights to support AI model improvement.

Skills

Japanese fluency

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Transcription experience

Time management

Tools

Transcription tools

Annotation platforms

Audio-review workflows

Job description

YO AI Labs is seeking a Japanese Language Expert to support AI training through accurate transcription and linguistic annotations. This contractor remote role focuses on audio transcription and metadata tagging to help improve AI systems.

You will transcribe Japanese audio, review transcripts for quality, and provide linguistic insights. Native Japanese fluency, excellent accuracy, and ability to meet deadlines are essential for success.