Swahili Transcriber

Pay: $15–$25 USD per audio hour transcribed

Remote / Freelance / Contract / Immediate Start

About the Role

We're looking for skilled Swahili audio transcribers to convert spoken audio into accurate, well-formatted written text. You'll work with a variety of audio content — interviews, conversations, podcasts, and field recordings — that blend standard Kiswahili with local slang and regional dialects.

This is a great opportunity for language enthusiasts who love the nuances of how Kiswahili is actually spoken on the streets, in markets, and across different communities.

What You'll Do
• Transcribe Swahili audio recordings into accurate written text
• Capture slang, code-switching, and dialectal expressions faithfully
• Flag unclear audio segments and provide contextual notes where needed
• Maintain consistent formatting and follow our style guide
• Deliver completed transcripts within assigned deadlines

What We're Looking For
• Native or near-native fluency in Kiswahili (spoken and written)
• Fluency in at least one of the following:
• Nairobi Sheng
• A Kenyan or Tanzanian tribal language (e.g., Kikuyu, Luo, Luhya, Kamba, Kalenjin, Chaga, Haya, etc.)
• Sharp attention to detail — you catch the small stuff others miss
• Comfortable working under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality
• Reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace
• Ability to use headphones and transcription software

Nice to Have:
• Prior transcription, translation, or subtitling experience
• Experience with linguistic annotation or data labeling for AI/ML projects

What We Offer
• Flexible remote work — take on as much or as little as fits your schedule
• Steady pipeline of work for reliable performers
• Fast, consistent payment

We welcome applicants from Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and the wider Swahili-speaking diaspora. Karibu sana!

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