What are the responsibilities and job description for the Voice Recording Specialist position at Outlier?
*Help Train the Next Generation of Audio AI*
Outlier helps the world’s most innovative companies improve their AI models by collecting high-quality human feedback. We’re currently recruiting people who can bring energy, emotion, and clarity to their voice, whether you’re a professional voice actor or someone with a naturally expressive personality. This is part of a research initiative aimed at helping AI better understand real human speech—tone, intent, and emotion.
*What to Expect*
*You'll contribute to a variety of audio-based tasks, including both solo and interactive recordings. Some projects involve reading short scripts in different tones or emotional styles. Others may pair you with fellow contributors to record natural, unscripted conversations on everyday topics like your favorite movies, personal experiences, or cultural perspectives.*
* *Quiet, distraction-free recording environment*
* *Any prior voice-related experience or comfort speaking on mic*
Nice To Haves
* Currently, pay rates for core project work for voice recording are *up* *to $40 USD per hour.*
*Note: Candidates based in the states of California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and Washington are currently not eligible.*
Outlier helps the world’s most innovative companies improve their AI models by collecting high-quality human feedback. We’re currently recruiting people who can bring energy, emotion, and clarity to their voice, whether you’re a professional voice actor or someone with a naturally expressive personality. This is part of a research initiative aimed at helping AI better understand real human speech—tone, intent, and emotion.
*What to Expect*
*You'll contribute to a variety of audio-based tasks, including both solo and interactive recordings. Some projects involve reading short scripts in different tones or emotional styles. Others may pair you with fellow contributors to record natural, unscripted conversations on everyday topics like your favorite movies, personal experiences, or cultural perspectives.*
- Who Should Apply?* We are not just looking for professional voice actors. This opportunity is also a great fit if you have a background in:
- Call centers or customer support
- Improv or theater
- Podcasting
- Vocal performance or singing
- Or if you're just naturally outgoing, expressive, and speak with clarity
- Native fluency in English
* *Quiet, distraction-free recording environment*
* *Any prior voice-related experience or comfort speaking on mic*
Nice To Haves
- Theater, improv, or acting background
- Classical vocal training or public speaking experience
- Audio interface or professional-grade mic setup
- Record short voice clips with different tones, emotions, and styles
- Give feedback on recordings from other contributors
- Edit and review scripts for flow and clarity
- Maintain clean, high-quality audio recordings using tools like Audacity
- You can view responses to frequently asked questions here - [FAQ Document](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRaDK-Tdz2-gk9wEn96-Y5y69-bBPHCAu9m965MKgXcV6_71IQTFAl4oJgOZHiGnzGOJMYi1aIxwAxM/pub)
* Currently, pay rates for core project work for voice recording are *up* *to $40 USD per hour.*
*Note: Candidates based in the states of California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Texas, and Washington are currently not eligible.*
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- This is a 1099 contract opportunity on the Outlier.ai platform. Because this is a freelance opportunity, we do not offer internships, sponsorship, or employment. You must be authorized to work in your country of residence. If you are an international student, you may be able to sign up for Outlier if you are on a visa. You should contact your tax and/or immigration advisor with specific questions regarding your circumstances.
Salary : $40