Freelance Linguistics Specialist - English to Xhosa

Cactus Communications; Durban; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A global language service provider seeks a Freelance Linguistics Specialist to support AI and language-based projects. Responsibilities include reviewing translations, transcribing conversations, and annotating content. Ideal candidates will have near-native proficiency in the Target Language and a strong command of English. Enjoy the flexibility of remote, ad hoc work and contribute to a variety of projects.

Benefits

100% remote, flexible work

Variety of interesting projects

Part of a global contributor pool

Qualifications

• Near-native proficiency in the Target Language.
• Strong command of English.
• Experience in translation, editing, or related tasks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and refine text, translations, and captions.
• Transcribe conversations and perform quality checks.
• Label or annotate voice, text, or image content.
• Review and correct AI-generated outputs.
• Assist in localizing content for AI models.

Skills

Near-native level proficiency in the Target Language

Strong command of English

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Experience in translation or editing

Job description

Freelance Linguistics Specialist

Job description:

Editage, the flagship brand of CACTUS, is building a global pool of freelance contributors to support ongoing AI and language-based projects. We are currently welcoming bilingual speakers to join our platform and complete flexible, task-based work remotely.

Sample tasks (one at a time, varying by project):

• Review and refine text, translations, and captions across general areas such as travel, food, lifestyle, and finance
• Transcribe conversations and perform quality checks
• Label or annotate voice, text, or image content
• Review and correct AI-generated outputs
• Assist in localizing content for AI models

What we’re looking for:

• Near-native level proficiency in the Target Language and a strong command of English
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Prior experience in translation, editing, or related language tasks is preferred

Why join us:

• 100% remote, flexible, ad hoc work
• Wide variety of interesting projects
• Opportunity to be part of a global contributor pool

Note: If you were associated with us in a similar role in the past, please contact us at [e-mail] before you apply/register.