Transcriber (US English)

Lionbridge AI; United States; Remote; USD 276,000 - 551,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Job summary

Lionbridge AI is seeking freelance English Transcribers based in the United States to collaborate on a project with a leading education company. This position requires native-level English, US residency, prior transcription experience, and a typing speed of at least 55 words per minute.

A bachelor’s degree in a language-related field is advantageous but not required. The role offers a training sequence (typing test, two rounds) with paid training hours, and work is scoped at 10–20 hours per week

Qualifications

• Native-level English proficiency
• Residency in the United States
• Typing speed of at least 55 words per minute
• Previous transcription experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in language-related field (advantageous)

Job description

Lionbridge is currently seeking freelance English Transcribers based in the United States to collaborate on a project with one of the world's leading education companies.

Position Requirements

• Native-level proficiency in English
• Residency in the United States
• Previous transcription experience
• Typing speed of at least 55 words per minute
• A bachelor’s degree in a language-related field (such as Linguistics, TESOL, Language Studies, or English) is advantageous but NOT a must, same with teaching experience is a plus

Project Details

• Work Scope: A minimum of 10 to a maximum of 20 hours per week, with a purchase order created after each week of work.
• Duration: The project is scheduled to commence in late February or early March and will conclude in mid-May.
• Training: Participants must successfully complete specific training, which includes a speed test and two rounds of training, totaling approximately 8-10 hours. Compensation is provided for training hours.
• Training Structure:
  • 0.5-hour typing speed test. Upon passing,
  • Round 1: 3-5 hours. Upon passing,
  • Round 2: up to 4 hours.
• Rate: $20 per hour

Technical Requirements

• Headphones
• High-speed internet connection
• Computer