Audio Transcription Adjudicator (India/Philippines location)

Job description:

Description

About the Role: We are looking for experienced Adjudicators to review and resolve discrepancies in word level transcription and timestamp annotations for an English (US) speech data project. This role requires strong judgment to make final calls on flagged or disputed segments, ensuring quality and consistency across the annotation pipeline.  Location: Philippines & India (Remote) Engagement Type: Contract / Freelance  Rate: USD 7.00/hour Estimated Hours: 15–20 hours/week  Key ResponsibilitiesReview annotations flagged by first-pass Annotators for disagreement or ambiguityListen to audio clips and make final determinations on word-level segment boundaries and transcriptionsApply the project style guide consistently to resolve edge casesProvide clear rationale for adjudication decisionsIdentify patterns in annotator errors and feedback quality observations where needed

Requirements

US cultural expertise in English; excellent listening comprehensionPrior experience in transcription/annotation QA, adjudication, or linguistic review preferredStrong ability to apply detailed guidelines consistently and make sound judgment callsHigh attention to detail and comfort working with ambiguityReliable internet connection and quiet working environment with good headphones