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 labelling 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!