Music and Sound Annotator
Job Description
Listen closely to field recordings and turn what you hear into reliable musical and environmental labels.
What you will do
• Annotate 30–90 second recordings with instruments, tempo, key, scene details and timestamps for events such as applause or traffic.
• Compare recordings of the same song made in different places and describe what changed.
• Check model descriptions against audible evidence and explain omissions or invented sounds.
• Join a paid calibration session and a short weekly discussion to keep annotations consistent.
Required background
• At least 3 years of practical music or audio experience.
• Ability to separate instruments in noisy real-world mixes, estimate tempo within a few BPM and identify key; relative pitch with a reference is acceptable.
• Clear English notes and comfort with repetitive web-based forms, timestamps and structured labels.
• Good headphones, a quiet workspace, reliable internet and 20–25 hours of weekly availability.
Preferred background
• Musicians, producers, mix engineers, music teachers, ear-training instructors, band/choir directors, conservatory students or graduates are welcome.
• Location sound, sound design, foley, podcast and documentary editing are also relevant backgrounds.
Location and eligibility
• Remote work; country restrictions are not stated.
Availability
• 20–25 hours per week, with paid initial calibration and a short weekly meeting.
Pay and engagement
$32 • $48/hr
USD hourly compensation. The applicable rate and agreed work scope are confirmed before work begins.