Japanese Language Expert

• Job Description
• Japanese Language Expert
• Contractor
• Remote

Job Summary

In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and correct machine-generated Japanese transcriptions for accuracy and naturalness.
• Record high-quality short audio clips (approx. 10 seconds per clip) based on provided transcriptions using your laptop microphone.
• Ensure a quiet and distraction-free environment while recording to maintain audio clarity.
• Deliver clear, accurate, and expressive verbal recordings adhering to project guidelines.
• Collaborate with customer’s team of transcriptionists and audio recording experts to maintain consistency and quality.
• Provide detailed feedback on language nuances, pronunciation, and context for ongoing improvement of AI models.
• Participate in quality control processes to validate data integrity and project success.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Native-level fluency in Japanese, with deep understanding of regional and cultural nuances.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in Japanese.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to spot transcription errors accurately.
• Comfort recording your own voice using standard laptop microphones; no specialized audio equipment needed.
• Reliable access to a quiet recording environment.
• Ability to manage repetitive tasks with high quality output.
• Self-motivated and collaborative, able to work independently within a distributed team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in transcription, audio recording, linguistics, or localization projects.
• Familiarity with AI data annotation or speech recognition software.
• Experience working with diverse teams or contributing to language technology initiatives.