Thursday, October 30, 2025
Cactus Communications

Freelance Linguist - Transcription, Voiceover, Subtitling & Review

Posted: Oct 23, 2025

Job Description

We are building a network of freelance linguists with strong skills in transcription and related services. Our projects range from short-form audio review and correction to voiceover recordings, captioning, and subtitling. Selected linguists will be engaged on a project basis, depending on language availability, regional expertise, and specialization.Languages we are hiring for: French | GermanResponsibilitiesAccurately transcribe audio and video recordings, correcting errors and ensuring client-ready qualityProvide high-quality voiceover or narration recordings with clear diction and natural deliveryCreate captions and subtitles that are synchronized, accurate, and culturally relevantReview and quality-check work done by other linguists, providing clear feedback and correctionsFollow specific project guidelines, style references, and confidentiality requirementsManage deliverables within tight deadlines and communicate proactively with project managersComplete a short assessment or sample task when requested, to confirm suitability before project allocationRequirementsProficiency in at least one language, with strong working proficiency in EnglishProven experience in transcription (audio/video) is requiredExperience in at least one additional service: voiceover/narration, captioning, subtitling, or linguistic reviewFamiliarity with linguistic nuances of regional dialects or language variantsTechnical & Professional SkillsAbility to follow project-specific quality standards, especially in removing sensitive or personally identifiable information (PII)Access to basic technical setup (quiet environment, recording equipment, or transcription tools)Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.What We Offer Project-based freelance work with global exposureOpportunities to work on diverse audio and text projectsFlexibility to contribute based on availabilityA professional network with continued opportunities in niche languages and services

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