Italian Conversation Partner (AI Training)

Work location: Remote from: United States, United States Virgin Islands, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Egypt

Pay: per hour of recorded audio, not per hour you work. The rate is in the listing below.

About Babel Audio

Babel Audio partners with leading technology companies to collect high-quality voice data that trains the next generation of AI. We work with thousands of participants worldwide to capture authentic human conversation, so that AI can better understand and communicate with humanity.

About the Role

In this role, you will have 15-minute recorded conversations in Italian with another Italian speaker. Each conversation is unscripted and based on an everyday topic we give you.

For example, you might talk about:

• Food
• Travel
• Music
• Family

There is no script and no acting. The focus is on having a clear, natural conversation from home: listening, responding, and building on each other's thoughts.

Every call needs two people online at the same time, so we match you with another speaker when you join. Calls run twice every day, 8 to 10 AM and 6 to 7 PM Pacific Time (11 AM to 1 PM and 9 to 10 PM Eastern Time), and can only start during those windows. Join then to get matched quickly.

This is a fully remote, freelance position.

Compensation

• $17.50 USD per recorded hour in the United States and Canada (rates in other countries may be lower)
• Additional performance-based incentives may be available

Responsibilities

• Join 15-minute recorded conversations with a matched Italian-speaking partner
• Talk naturally about the topic you're given
• Listen actively and respond with genuine interest
• Make sure your audio stays clear throughout each call

About You

• Native or fluent Italian, as spoken in Italy
• When the application asks which Italian you speak, choose Italy, even if you live elsewhere
• We check your pronunciation and fluency with a short recording
• Comfortable talking to new people
• Reliable and able to follow guidelines

Technical Requirements

• A computer or smartphone
• Stable internet connection capable of supporting smooth calls
• No VPN or proxy during calls
• Wired headphones or earphones recommended, to prevent echo
• No need for a silent room: everyday background noise is fine, but avoid TV, music or other people talking

Additional Information

Rates are determined by the number of recorded hours and apply specifically to this project. If your application is accepted for a different Babel Audio project, the compensation rate may vary.

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