Audio Editing & Production Expert (Audacity)
$21–70/hr
Remote audio contract with micro1, $21–70/hr. Posted Oct 30.
$21–70/hr
Apply on micro1Is this job worth applying to?
- Pay
- Above typicalTops out at $70/hr. The typical top rate across 238 priced audio listings is $40/hr.
- Getting in
- Some screening~30–45 min: profile + AI interview. Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview.
- Steady work
- Work is patchyLong waits between tasks are common.
- Payout record
- Some delaysSchedule: twice a month. Paid via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments).
- Freshness
- FreshPosted 7d ago. Still listed on micro1 on Nov 6, 2026.
- Where you live
- Not statedThe listing names no country.
The job description
micro1 is looking for an experienced Audio Editing & Production Expert with strong hands-on experience using Audacity to support an AI training project.
In this role, you will use Audacity to complete real-world audio editing tasks, record your screen, and explain your workflows step by step. Your expertise will help improve how AI systems understand and perform audio-related tasks.
Scope of Work
- Perform audio editing and production tasks using Audacity.
- Work on audio trimming, mixing, noise reduction, and sound enhancement.
- Demonstrate real-world Audacity workflows through screen recordings.
- Clearly explain and document each step of your audio editing process.
- Review audio-related tasks and provide feedback to support AI model improvement.
- Ensure accuracy and quality in all completed tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong hands-on experience using Audacity for professional audio editing or production.
- Previous Human Data experience, such as data annotation, labeling, RLHF, or AI model evaluation.
- Must have access to Audacity and be comfortable recording and sharing your screen.
- Good understanding of audio editing, mixing, noise reduction, and audio file formats.
- Ability to explain technical workflows clearly.
- Strong attention to detail and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional background in audio production, sound engineering, podcast editing, or digital media.
- Experience documenting audio editing workflows.
How do you apply to micro1?
Apply on micro1
The Apply button opens this post on micro1's own site. You apply with them, not with Rubric. Budget about 30–45 min: profile + AI interview.
Get through screening
What micro1 asks for after you apply:
- Do the AI interview with Zara on a computer (not a phone)
- Take any skill assessment and verify your identity
- Wait to be matched to a project and sign the contract
Start work and get paid
Pay schedule: twice a month. Paid via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments). You're paid for the work they hand out, not a fixed salary.
micro1 also needs
- Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview
- Relevant degree or work history for expert roles
Red flags
- Red flagWeeks of silence after the AI interview
- Red flagContracts signed but no onboarding or tasks
- Red flagProjects ending or changing scope without notice
What is micro1 like to work for?
Recruiting company that vets experts with an AI interviewer (Zara) and staffs them on contract AI-training and evaluation projects for AI labs.
| Advertised pay | $15–135/hr |
|---|---|
| Getting in | Some screening |
| Application takes | ~30–45 min: profile + AI interview |
| How you get paid | Twice a month, via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments) |
| Payout record | Some delays |
| Countries | Recruits globally with heavy hiring in South Asia, Southeast Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe; India-based applicants are eligible for many roles. |
Generalist and annotation roles start around $15–30/hr; coding, STEM and law/medicine roles commonly list $40–90/hr and occasionally more.
