
Audio Editing & Production Expert (Audacity)
Listing checked November 1, 2026 · pay as published by micro1
Key details
- Pay
- $21–70/hr
- Location
- Remote
- Job type
- contract
- Openings
- 20
- Posted
- October 29, 2026
Overview
micro1 seeks an Audio Editing & Production Expert with strong Audacity skills for an AI training project. You will perform real-world audio tasks, record your screen, and explain each step to help AI systems learn audio workflows. The role is remote and contractor-based, with pay ranging from $21 to $70 per hour. Your work directly improves how AI understands and executes audio editing tasks.
What You'll Do6
- Carry out audio editing and production tasks in Audacity, including trimming, mixing, noise reduction, and sound enhancement.
- Record your screen while demonstrating real Audacity workflows step by step.
- Document and explain each action in your editing process so others can follow your reasoning.
- Evaluate audio-related tasks and provide feedback that helps refine AI models.
- Maintain high accuracy and quality across all completed work.
- Share your screen comfortably and walk through technical steps in detail.
Requirements8
- Hands-on experience using Audacity for professional audio editing or production.
- Familiarity with audio editing, mixing, noise reduction, and common audio file formats.
- Prior experience with human data work such as annotation, labeling, RLHF, or AI model evaluation.
- Access to Audacity and willingness to record and share your screen.
- Ability to explain technical workflows in clear, plain language.
- Strong attention to detail and solid communication skills.
- Background in audio production, sound engineering, podcast editing, or digital media is a plus.
- Experience documenting audio editing workflows is preferred.
Who Should Apply
This role suits audio editors or producers who know Audacity inside out and have done data annotation, labeling, or AI evaluation work. You should be comfortable recording your screen and explaining your editing decisions step by step. A background in podcast editing, sound engineering, or digital media helps.
Salary Insight
The pay range is $21 to $70 per hour, depending on experience and the scope of work. The final rate is discussed during the hiring process.
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