Neur Transcriber

Summary

Join Productive Playhouse Inc. as a remote, project-based Nuer Transcriber. This contract position involves transcribing audio files in Nuer and Thok Naath languages for a talk-to-text research project. You will be paid per audio minute transcribed and will need to follow provided guidelines and meet deadlines. The workload is project-dependent, and communication with project managers will be via email in English. A native-level proficiency in Nuer and Thok Naath is required, along with excellent grammar and punctuation skills in those languages. You'll need an Upwork profile or be willing to create one. Benefits include a flexible schedule and the ability to work from home.

Requirements

• Native-level (C2) proficiency in Nuer, Thok Naath, including the ability to read and write
• Excellent grammar/orthography and punctuation in Nuer, Thok Naath
• Have an Upwork profile, or be willing to create an Upwork profile
• High-speed internet access
• Access to e-mail

Responsibilities

• Transcribe all assigned audio files
• Follow project guidelines
• Meet project deadlines
• Make consistent progress on assigned audio files
• Communicate with project managers in a timely and effective manner
• Communicate in English with project managers via email (verbal communication is not required)

Preferred Qualifications

• A good command of English
• Responsiveness to email
• Ability to meet deadlines

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Work from home