Portuguese Transcription Expert (Remote)
Listing checked September 19, 2026 · pay as published by Micro1
Overview
micro1 is hiring Portuguese Transcription Experts to support a customer's project that combines audio transcription with AI training. You will work remotely as a contractor, turning spoken Portuguese and occasional English recordings into accurate, well-annotated text. Your linguistic and cultural knowledge will directly shape how AI models learn and reason. No background in AI is needed. What matters is your ability to capture speech with precision.
What You'll Do8
- 1Transcribe audio recordings in Portuguese and, when required, in English with a high level of accuracy.
- 2Annotate transcripts to reflect speaker nuances, context, and conversational or formal speech patterns.
- 3Evaluate a range of audio samples to ensure the content, tone, and meaning are captured correctly.
- 4Review and edit transcripts for completeness, clarity, and alignment with project guidelines.
- 5Spot and fix errors, inconsistencies, or ambiguous passages within transcriptions.
- 6Work with project managers and fellow experts to keep quality and consistency across deliverables.
- 7Use transcription tools and platforms to process and submit work as outlined in project requirements.
- 8Offer linguistic and cultural insights that help improve AI model understanding and performance.
Requirements7
- 1Native-level fluency in Portuguese with strong comprehension in both spoken and written forms.
- 2Proven experience in professional audio transcription, ideally backed by a portfolio of relevant projects.
- 3Familiarity with transcription conventions, annotation tools, and best practices for capturing audio data.
- 4Sharp attention to detail and the ability to notice subtle language or context differences in audio samples.
- 5Proficiency in English to handle occasional English audio content and follow project instructions.
- 6Prior involvement in linguistic data projects or AI training data tasks is a plus.
- 7Strong organizational skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality, timely submissions.
Who Should Apply
This role suits candidates with native-level Portuguese fluency and a track record in professional audio transcription. If you have experience with annotation tools and can catch subtle shifts in tone or meaning, you are a strong fit. The role is less suitable for those without prior transcription experience or who struggle with English instructions. A common reason candidates get rejected is submitting transcripts with missed speaker nuances or inconsistent formatting. Another is failing to demonstrate attention to detail in sample tasks.
Salary Insight
The pay range is $20 to $36 per hour. No other compensation details are provided in the source.
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When applying, include a brief note about a transcription project you completed, specifying the language, audio type, and any tools you used. Highlight your native-level Portuguese and mention if you have worked with AI training data before. This helps reviewers see your fit for the role.
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