Japanese Audio Transcription Specialist

Job Type: Location Type: Remote: open to residents of any country

 

Japanese Audio Transcription Specialist (AI Training)

About the Role

What if your ear for Japanese could directly shape how AI listens to and understands one of the world’s most complex languages? We’re looking for Japanese Audio Transcription Specialists based in Tokyo to listen to real-world audio recordings and produce accurate, detailed transcriptions that train the next generation of AI speech systems.

Your work will help AI models better recognize Japanese speech – including natural conversation, varied accents and dialects, and real-world audio conditions. This is a fully remote, flexible contract role. No AI background needed – just native-level Japanese listening skills and a meticulous approach to accuracy.

• Organization
  : Alignerr
• Type
  : Hourly Contract
• Location
  : Remote (Tokyo-based candidates preferred)
• Commitment
  : 10-40 hours/week

What You’ll Do

• Listen to Japanese audio recordings spanning a wide range of topics, speakers, and styles – from casual conversation to formal business speech
• Produce precise, verbatim transcriptions following detailed project guidelines
• Accurately capture nuances such as filler words (えーと,あのー), hesitations, speaker overlaps, and non-standard speech
• Identify and label speakers, timestamps, and audio events as required
• Apply proper Japanese orthography, punctuation, and formatting conventions consistently – including appropriate use of kanji, hiragana, and katakana
• Flag unclear or inaudible segments with appropriate annotations
• Maintain high quality and consistency across large volumes of audio content
• Work independently and asynchronously – fully on your own schedule

Who You Are

• Native fluency in Japanese with excellent listening comprehension
• Strong command of all Japanese writing systems – kanji, hiragana, and katakana
• Naturally detail-oriented with a patient, methodical approach to repetitive tasks
• Able to distinguish between speakers and accurately capture natural, conversational Japanese
• Comfortable working with audio playback tools and text-based interfaces
• Self-motivated and reliable when working independently without supervision
• No prior AI, transcription, or tech experience required

Nice to Have

• Experience in transcription, subtitling, captioning, or stenography
• Familiarity with Japanese dialects and regional speech patterns (Kansai-ben, Tohoku-ben, Kyushu-ben, etc.)
• Background in linguistics, translation, interpretation, or Japanese language education
• Experience using transcription software or audio annotation tools
• Knowledge of specialized vocabulary in fields such as business, medicine, technology, or media
• Proficiency in English for communication purposes

Why Join Us

• Work on cutting-edge AI speech recognition projects alongside leading research labs
• Fully remote and flexible – work when and where it suits you
• Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, task-based work
• Contribute directly to how AI understands and processes spoken Japanese worldwide
• Develop your skills in a growing field at the intersection of language and technology
• Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch