Native Speakers Needed: JA, DE, IT, ES, VI, ZH & FR Code-Switching Audio Recording Project

Posted 4 weeks ago

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Summary

Native Speakers Needed for Code-Switching Audio Recording Project (Japanese, German, Italian, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, French) Job description We are looking for **native speakers** to participate in a **high-quality conversational audio recording project** for AI training data collection. The task involves recording a **natural, unscripted conversation between two speakers** in your native language while **code-switching with English** (approximately **10–15% English** mixed naturally into the conversation). Recordings will be completed using the **Shaip Work App**, and detailed recording guidelines will be provided. Languages needed * Japanese * German * Italian * Spanish * Vietnamese * Chinese * French Important sourcing restrictions * **Vietnamese speakers must NOT be based in Vietnam.** * **Chinese speakers must NOT be based in Mainland China.** Recording requirements * Duration: **15 minutes** * Two speakers participating in a natural conversation * Both speakers must be **native speakers of the target language** * Both speakers must be **fluent in English** * The conversation should be casual and realistic (for example: work, travel, food, hobbies, daily life) * English should make up approximately **10–15% of the conversation** * Audio must be recorded in a **quiet environment** with clear speech and minimal background noise Technical requirements * Record through the **Shaip Work App** * Follow the provided audio quality guidelines * Use a smartphone with a stable internet connection What to include in your proposal Please mention: 1. Your native language 2. Your current country of residence 3. Whether you have a second speaker available 4. Whether both speakers are fluent in English 5. Your availability to complete a 15-minute recording This is a **paid pilot project**, and successful contributors may be invited to participate in a **larger audio collection project starting next month**. We look forward to working with you!

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Chinese
Italian
French
German
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  • Proposals:10 to 15
  • Last viewed by client:4 weeks ago
  • Interviewing:
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  • Invites sent:
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Member since Oct 7, 2025
  • United States
    New York3:45 AM
  • $1K total spent
    75 hires, 46 active
  • 44 hours

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