Speech Data Collection

Appen is a global leader in the development of high-quality, human-annotated datasets for machine learning and artificial intelligence. Appen brings 25 years of experience capturing and enriching a wide variety of data types including speech, text, image, and video. With deep expertise in more than 180 languages and access to a global crowd of over 1 million skilled contractors.

Appen is looking for audio recordings in German/English to train and develop algorithms for artificial intelligence systems. These audio recordings will be used to improve speech recognition technologies.

Work-from-home opportunity with flexible hours

Opportunity to participate in more than one project

Become a Data Collector!

We are looking for people in Luxembourg who can make a series of short audio recordings using our app Appen Mobile.

Project Description:

The task consists of a total of 435 short sentences that you need to read on a screen and say out loud using the Appen mobile app. You just have to follow the sentences written, you don't have to form your own sentences.

An example of a sentence to read: "Okay Alexa, I need directions to work"

Task Duration: Each sentence lasts an average of 3 to 6 seconds. You should plan a total of 2 hours for the 435 recordings. Of course, we encourage you to take breaks. We give you at least 7 days to record all sentences.

Key Requirements:

-You have an up-to-date smartphone

iOS devices must be iPhone 8 or newer

Android devices must be 2017 or newer

-Must be a fluent German/English speaker and a resident of Luxembourg

-Should be able to record your audio in a very quiet room, free from background noise

If you are willing to take part in this interesting audio recording task, then let's go! A great way to earn extra cash while you are at home!

What to expect when you register:

Create an Appen Account

Choose German/English (Luxembourg) as your primary language

Complete your profile and project registration [5 min]

Study the provided guidelines [at your own pace]

Agree to confidentiality and ways of working rules

Thank you and we hope to work with you soon!

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