Lionbridge

Transcriber (US English)

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Hiring Remotely in United States

Remote

20-20 Hourly

Entry level

Information Technology • Natural Language Processing

The Role

Freelance US-based English transcribers to transcribe audio for an education client. Work 10–20 hours/week from late February to mid-May. Must complete paid training (speed test, two rounds ≈8–10 hours). Requirements: native-level English, US residency, prior transcription experience, 55+ WPM typing. Rate $20/hour. Must have headphones, computer, and high-speed internet.

Summary Generated by Built In

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.

o 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

Skills Required

Native-level proficiency in English
Residency in the United States
Previous transcription experience
Typing speed of at least 55 words per minute
Completion of training including a typing speed test and two training rounds (approximately 8-10 hours) to qualify
Headphones
Computer
High-speed internet connection
Bachelor's degree in a language-related field (advantageous)
Teaching experience (a plus)

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The Company

HQ: Waltham, MA

4,622 Employees

Year Founded: 1996

What We Do

Lionbridge partners with brands to break barriers and build bridges all over the world. For over 25 years, we have helped companies connect with their global customers and employees by delivering translation and localization solutions in 350+ languages. Through our world-class platform, we orchestrate a network of passionate experts across the globe who partner with brands to create culturally rich experiences. Relentless in our love of linguistics, we use the best of human and machine intelligence to forge understanding that resonates with our customers’ clients. Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, Lionbridge maintains solution centers in 24 countries. Learn more at www.lionbridge.com