Urdu Transcription Expert (Remote-Worldwide)

Micro1; United States; Remote; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Micro1 is seeking Urdu transcription contractors for a remote project. You will transcribe Urdu audio/video with precision, review existing transcripts, and annotate transcripts with metadata and speaker details.

Collaboration with project managers will be remote and ongoing. Applicants should have native or near-native Urdu, strong attention to detail, and experience in transcription or linguistic annotation.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native Urdu with regional dialects.
• Experience in transcription, translation, or linguistic annotation.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Familiarity with remote collaboration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe Urdu audio and video with high accuracy.
• Review and refine existing Urdu transcripts for clarity and fidelity.
• Annotate transcripts with metadata and speaker details.
• Collaborate remotely with team and project managers.
• Apply Urdu grammar and spelling knowledge to deliver polished transcripts.
• Maintain high-quality communication throughout project interactions.
• Meet deliverable quality standards and project timelines.

Skills

Urdu proficiency

Transcription experience

Attention to detail

Remote collaboration

Tools

Transcription tools

Job description

Role Type:Contractor

Location:Remotemicro1 is engaging Urdu Transcription Experts to participate in a dynamic project for a valued customer. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work:

1. Transcribe audio and video content in Urdu with exceptional accuracy and attention to linguistic nuances.
2. Review and refine existing Urdu transcriptions, ensuring clarity, consistency, and fidelity to spoken content.
3. Annotate transcripts with relevant metadata and speaker details as required by project guidelines.
4. Collaborate remotely with fellow linguistic experts and project managers to address queries and improve processes.
5. Apply in-depth knowledge of Urdu grammar, spelling, and colloquial expressions to deliver polished transcripts.
6. Maintain a high standard of written and verbal communication throughout all project interactions.
7. Meet deliverable quality standards and align with project timelines for submission of transcription tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Native or near-native proficiency in Urdu, including strong command of regional dialects and contemporary usage.
2. Demonstrated experience in transcription, translation, or linguistic annotation projects, particularly in Urdu.
3. Expert attention to detail and a commitment to producing error-free transcriptions.
4. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to provide clear feedback and explanations.
5. Familiarity with digital transcription tools and best practices for managing multimedia content.
6. Proficiency in using remote collaboration platforms to communicate and coordinate with project participants.
7. Adaptability and eagerness to engage with innovative projects in language technology and data annotation.