Scottish English Speech Recording Contributor

About the role

Lxt is seeking a Scottish English Speech Recording Contributor to participate in a contract engagement focused on gathering spoken language data for research and technology development. The role involves recording speech samples in a Scottish English dialect, capturing natural pronunciation, intonation, and regional speech patterns. Contributors will work independently to produce high-quality audio recordings that meet specific technical and linguistic standards set by the project team. This is a contract position that offers flexible scheduling, allowing contributors to record at times that suit their availability. The recordings produced will support the creation of diverse speech datasets used in language technology and academic research.

Key facts

What you'll do

Record spoken passages in Scottish English dialect according to provided scripts and detailed pronunciation guidelines

Capture clean audio samples using designated recording equipment or software in a quiet environment

Review your own recordings carefully to ensure clarity, accuracy, and overall completeness of each file

Follow specific pronunciation and intonation guidance tailored to Scottish English speakers and regional accents

Submit completed audio files in the required format and follow the established naming convention

Participate in short calibration sessions to verify that your recording setup and quality meet standards

Maintain a consistent recording schedule as agreed upon with the project team and coordinators

Communicate with project coordinators regarding any technical issues or linguistic questions that arise during work

Adhere strictly to data privacy and confidentiality protocols throughout the entire recording and submission process

Support the creation of diverse and representative speech datasets for ongoing language research and development

Coordinate with the project team to address any feedback on recorded speech samples

Ensure all recordings align with the project's linguistic and acoustic specifications at all times

Requirements

Native or near-native fluency in Scottish English dialect is essential for this recording role

Access to a quiet recording environment with minimal background noise and unwanted echo

A computer or mobile device capable of capturing clear and undistorted audio recordings consistently

Willingness to follow detailed recording instructions and maintain consistent quality across all scheduled sessions

Ability to read and pronounce words and sentences accurately in the Scottish English dialect

Reliable internet connection for uploading audio files to the project platform without interruptions

Comfort with recording your own voice for extended periods of time each session

Attention to detail when reviewing recordings before submitting them for quality approval and review

Nice to have

Previous experience with speech or audio recording projects is a strong advantage for applicants

Familiarity with Scottish English regional accents and dialectal variations across different geographic areas

Ownership of a professional-grade microphone or recording headset for improved audio capture quality

Background in linguistics, language teaching, or a related academic or professional field is helpful

Skills & tools

Microphone operation and basic audio recording techniques for capturing clean and clear speech

File management and organization skills for handling audio assets efficiently and consistently

Understanding of Scottish English phonology and pronunciation patterns at a conversational level

Ability to use web-based recording platforms or simple audio editing software for adjustments

Clear written communication for reporting recording issues or technical concerns to the team

Self-directed workflow management and time tracking to meet project deadlines reliably

Familiarity with common audio file formats such as WAV or MP3 is helpful

Basic troubleshooting skills for common recording hardware or software issues

Practical notes

a contract role with a defined project timeline and scope of work

You will need to set up a dedicated quiet space for recording sessions at home

Audio files must meet specific technical quality thresholds for acceptance and approval by the team

Compensation details will be discussed during the application or onboarding process with the project team

The exact location for this role is in the current job listing

Project duration and weekly time commitment may vary based on overall scope and evolving needs

All recordings are subject to quality review and may require re-recording if standards are not met

Contributors should be prepared to follow any additional instructions provided by the project coordinators