Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote contract position at micro1 is open worldwide, so South Africans can apply. The estimated monthly salary is R88,800 – R207,200 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Role Title: Voice Actor/Coaches

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

micro1is engaging Voice Actor/Coaches to participate in a high-impact project supporting advanced AI voice and speech technology. 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
* Analyze short speech recordings and produce precise, structured written assessments using professional voice terminology.
* Identify and describe vocal characteristics such as age, gender, accent or dialect (when confident), vocal quality, resonance, phonation type, pitch, intonation, breath support, rhythm, and tempo.
* Evaluate emotional tone, energy, articulation clarity, and overall delivery style, noting nuances between scripted, spontaneous, or conversational samples.
* Assess audio production aspects, including room sound, device type (microphone, headset, phone), and recording environment quality (studio or home).
* Deliver observations in clear, detailed written reports, using consistent technical language to facilitate AI model training and evaluation.
* Collaborate asynchronously via digital platforms, providing objective, high-quality input to enhance voice and speech systems.
* Maintain confidentiality and accuracy throughout all analyses and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications
* Professional background in voice acting, voice coaching, dialect coaching, vocal pedagogy, or similar fields.
* Strong understanding of speech analysis, prosody, intonation, phonetics, accent and dialect variation, and vocal quality assessment.
* Experience with audio or sound engineering, especially in evaluating recording quality and acoustic environments.
* Familiarity with technical vocal concepts such as resonance, placement, and breath control.
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
* Fluency in English (B2 or higher); native proficiency in any language is welcome.
* Reliable internet connection and high-quality headphones to ensure accurate audio assessment.
Why join: This is an opportunity to contribute your specialized knowledge to a pioneering AI initiative, rewarding true voice expertise. You'll influence cutting-edge technology while enjoying flexible, remote participation and engaging, meaningful work that values accuracy, nuance, and a passion for the art and science of voice.

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Tips for South African Applicants

Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

Salary in Context

At R88,800/month, this role pays well above the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($30/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.

Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About micro1

micro1 is a company in the marketing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 53 open positions on Hirezar. View all micro1 jobs →