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Pay

Below typicalTops out at $22/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

RecentPosted 5w ago. Still listed on micro1 on Nov 6, 2026.

Where you live

Not statedThe listing names no country.

The job description

micro1 is engaging Bengali Transcription Experts to participate in a customer's project focused on high-quality language data. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work:

Transcribe Bengali audio recordings and video content with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Ensure correct representation of accents, dialects, and linguistic nuances in the transcribed text.
Review and edit machine-generated transcripts for errors and inconsistencies, refining them for clarity and correctness.
Label and annotate transcription data according to project-specific guidelines and standards.
Communicate effectively with project coordinators to resolve ambiguities and uphold quality benchmarks.
Meet defined project milestones and deliverables through consistent, reliable participation.
Utilize provided tools and platforms for submission and quality control of deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications:

Native or near-native proficiency in Bengali, with excellent command of spelling, grammar, and syntax.
Demonstrated experience in transcription, translation, linguistics, or related language work.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a commitment to clarity and accuracy.
Familiarity with regional variations and cultural context in Bengali language usage.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain focus on repetitive tasks while ensuring quality.
Comfort working independently in a remote, digital environment.
Adaptable, responsive, and able to incorporate feedback to improve deliverable quality.

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.