Russian Transcriber

Lionbridge AI; United States; Remote; USD 14,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Lionbridge AI is seeking remote contractors for transcription and annotation work. The role requires native-like Russian proficiency and good written English, plus strong listening abilities. You will transcribe diverse audio types and follow detailed project guidelines.

Flexible hours are available, with ongoing work across multiple projects planned through 2026. Tasks are completed on a secure online platform, with full guidelines provided.

Qualifications

• Native-like proficiency in Russian.
• 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 clear, well-structured text.
• Work with a variety of audio types, including single-speaker recordings, podcasts, and multi-speaker conversations.
• Identify speakers where applicable.
• Ensure high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Follow project-specific transcription and formatting guidelines.
• Label or tag segments of text or audio as required.

Skills

Russian language proficiency

Good written English

Strong listening skills

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

• Native-like proficiency in Russian
• 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