Transcriber/Audio Annotation Trainer - Portuguese (Brazil) Language
Turing • Brazil, USA
Education
Any
Type
hourly
Pay Rate (by country)
$12–$25/hr
Listed
13d ago
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What We Know About This Role
- Interview
- Not required i As stated in the listing: “Duration of Contract: upto 12 weeks”
- Weekly hours
- 40 hrs/week
- Timezone overlap
- Partial overlap with US Pacific time required
- Contract length
- 12 weeks
About this Role
From the Turing listing
About Turing
Based in San Francisco, California, Turing is the world’s leading research accelerator for frontier AI labs and a trusted partner for global enterprises deploying advanced AI systems. Turing supports customers in two ways: first, by accelerating frontier research with high-quality data, advanced training pipelines, plus top AI researchers who specialize in coding, reasoning, STEM, multilinguality, multimodality, and agents; and second, by applying that expertise to help enterprises transform AI from proof of concept into proprietary intelligence with systems that perform reliably, deliver measurable impact, and drive lasting results on the P&L.
Role Overview
We are looking for detail-oriented professionals to support the development and improvement of AI models through high-quality data review and annotation. In this role, you will evaluate, classify, label, and validate content based on detailed project guidelines, ensuring accuracy and consistency across datasets used to train and assess AI systems.
The ideal candidate has excellent attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to follow instructions with precision. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge AI projects while gaining hands-on experience in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.
Key Responsibilities
Review, label, classify, and validate data according to project guidelines. Ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality across assigned tasks. Identify edge cases, discrepancies, and annotation issues, escalating them when appropriate. Perform quality checks and provide clear, constructive feedback. Meet productivity and quality targets while working independently in a remote environment.
Requirements
Strong English reading, writing, and comprehension skills. Excellent attention to detail and analytical abilities. Ability to interpret guidelines and apply them consistently. Good communication and collaboration skills. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently. Desktop or laptop with a reliable internet connection.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in data annotation, content review, quality assurance, or similar work is preferred. Familiarity with AI or machine learning data projects is a plus. Basic proficiency with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make consistent, objective decisions.
Offer Details
Commitment Required: At least 4 hours per day and a total of 40 hours per week with 4 hours of overlap with PST. Engagement Type: Contractor assignment / Freelancer (no medical or paid leave). Duration of Contract: upto 12 weeks Time Zone Requirement: This role will require some overlap with UTC-8:00 (America/Los_Angeles) for 4 hours per day.
Application Process
Shortlisted candidates will be sent automated analytical challenges. Once you clear them, you are ready to go!
Requirements
- Business Analysis
- Must be eligible to work in one of: Brazil, USA
What to Expect
Looking at Turing Voice Acting listings we've tracked, contracts in this domain typically run about 7.2 weeks. Actual length varies by project, but this gives you a realistic baseline going in. This listing's 12-week contract is longer than the typical 7.2-week Turing Voice Acting engagement.
Based on 13 extracted Turing Voice Acting listings.
Eligible Languages
Fluent proficiency in English or Portuguese
Why This Role
This Transcriber/Audio Annotation Trainer - Portuguese (Brazil) Language role pays $18/hr and runs fully remote, so the barrier to entry is your Voice Acting knowledge, not prior AI experience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a software engineer to work for Turing?
No, not anymore. Turing built its name matching senior engineers with Silicon Valley companies, but it has since expanded into AGI infrastructure work and now hires non-engineering domain experts, technical writers, and researchers for post-training data annotation and RLHF. A strong analytical background and excellent English matter more than coding ability.
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Turing calls it the Intelligent Talent Cloud. You build a profile and go through vetting (automated tests, an AI-powered interview, practical skill assessments), and once vetted, Turing's algorithm surfaces your profile directly to partner companies like Fortune 500s and top AI labs. You don't browse listings or bid on work; matches come to you.
How and when does Turing pay contractors?
Monthly, in USD, via Deel, Payoneer, or direct bank transfer. You're engaged as an independent contractor responsible for your own local taxes. Plan your cash flow around a monthly cycle if you're used to weekly payouts elsewhere.
What equipment do I need for creative AI training roles?
For voice or audio roles at this pay level, a professional home studio setup (XLR microphone, acoustically treated room) is typically required. Phone recordings and laptop mics usually get rejected by quality control.
How is my creative work actually used in AI training?
As ground-truth data: for writers, that means creative generation samples; for voice actors, it often means training text-to-speech models. Check the specific contract details on rights usage for your voice or likeness before signing.
Do creative AI training roles allow creative freedom?
Some, within limits. You're hired for your talent, but most projects still require following strict style guides, like keeping a neutral tone or matching a technical-manual style. Consistency across the dataset matters more than personal expression here.
What does Voice Acting work look like for a Transcriber/Audio Annotation Trainer - Portuguese (Brazil) Language?
Tasks here are scoped to Voice Acting, not generic labeling. As a Transcriber/Audio Annotation Trainer - Portuguese (Brazil) Language, expect to draw on real domain judgment (evaluating outputs, correcting errors, or providing expert reasoning specific to Voice Acting) rather than following a one-size-fits-all rubric. If you don't have hands-on Voice Acting background, this is likely not the right listing to start with.
How many hours per week does this role require?
Based on the listing, this role is scoped at about 40 hours per week, over roughly a 12-week contract. Treat this as a real commitment expectation, not a loose estimate.
Do I need to be fluent in English or Portuguese?
Yes. This role specifically requires English or Portuguese proficiency. You will likely be evaluated on written fluency during the assessment, not just conversational level. If English is not your first language or you are not professionally fluent, this is not the right role. Filter for your native language to find better-matched listings.
What happens when I click Apply on this listing?
You'll be taken to Turing's external site to complete your application there. This listing links through a referral, but the process is identical to applying directly; the link just routes you correctly. Create an account on their site and follow their onboarding steps.
Can I apply from outside Brazil, USA?
This specific role is restricted to Brazil, USA. If you are outside these locations, applying is unlikely to result in an offer even if you pass the assessment. Check the full job description for any VPN or tax-residency caveats.
Is there an interview?
No. Shortlisted candidates will be sent automated analytical challenges. Once you clear them, you are ready to go!