Transcriber – Audio & Annotation Projects

Job Description

About the opportunity

Lionbridge is onboarding English-language Transcribers to support upcoming remote audio transcription and annotation projects.

This opportunity is open to applicants in several approved locations, including South Africa.

The work involves converting audio content into accurate written text and, depending on project requirements, completing annotation activities that support the development and quality improvement of AI training datasets.

This is a remote freelance or independent-contractor opportunity. Project volume, task availability and continued work are not guaranteed.

Key responsibilities

Transcription tasks

• Convert audio recordings into accurate, clear and well-structured written text.

• Transcribe different audio formats, including single-speaker recordings, podcasts and multi-speaker conversations.

• Identify speakers where required.

• Maintain consistency in formatting, structure and terminology.

• Check transcriptions for accuracy, completeness and readability.

• Follow project-specific transcription and formatting instructions.

Annotation tasks

Depending on project requirements, contributors may also be asked to:

• Label or tag sections of audio or text.

• Categorise content according to project guidelines.

• Identify relevant audio, language or speaker attributes.

• Support data-quality reviews.

• Contribute to datasets used for artificial-intelligence training and evaluation.

Requirements

• Proficiency in English.

• Good written English.

• Strong listening and comprehension skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to follow detailed project instructions and formatting guidelines.

• Ability to work independently through a secure online platform.

• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency across assigned tasks.

• Reliable internet access and suitable computer equipment.

Previous transcription or annotation experience would be beneficial but is not stated as mandatory.

Availability

• A minimum of four hours of availability is required during scheduled transcription shifts.

• Working hours are described as flexible.

• Assigned tasks must be completed within the relevant project timelines.

• Project-specific instructions and guidance will be provided.

Project information

Location: South Africa and other approved locations

Work arrangement: Fully remote

Engagement type: Freelance / Independent Contractor

Field: AI data training, transcription and annotation

Working hours: Flexible, subject to scheduled shifts and project deadlines

Minimum availability: Four hours during scheduled transcription shifts

Experience: Previous transcription or annotation experience is beneficial but not mandatory

Salary or task rate: Not disclosed

Closing date: Not disclosed by the Employer

Potential continued work: Multiple similar projects are planned during 2026, but continued work is not guaranteed

Last verified by OpportunityZA: 20 October 2026

Important freelance-work notice

This is project-based freelance work rather than guaranteed permanent employment.

Task availability, working volume, project duration and earnings may depend on:

• Successful onboarding and assessment.

• Project requirements.

• Availability of suitable tasks.

• Quality and accuracy standards.

• Compliance with project instructions.

• Continued project demand.

Candidates should confirm the payment rate, payment basis, expected task volume, payment schedule, contractor terms and project duration before accepting an assignment.

Important application notice

OpportunityZA sourced this opportunity from Lionbridge’s official recruitment page and independently checked the application link on 20 October 2026. Lionbridge did not submit this vacancy directly to OpportunityZA and is not represented as an OpportunityZA partner.

Applications are completed on the Employer’s external platform and will not appear under My Applications on OpportunityZA.

Please confirm the opportunity details and continued availability on Lionbridge’s official application page before applying. Never pay an application, assessment, training or placement fee, and never provide passwords, banking PINs or one-time authentication codes.