Native Malay Dictionary Proofreader

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AI training is the human side of building artificial intelligence. People prepare and review language data so AI systems can better understand words, pronunciation, and meaning.

As a Malay dictionary proofreader, your language expertise will help improve the quality of text and pronunciation data used in AI development.

The Role

OpenTrain AI is seeking a native Malay speaker with expert-level language knowledge for a dictionary proofreading project. You will determine whether words are Malay, correct spelling, and proofread pronunciations according to a specified phoneme set.

The project is expected to end in July. You must be able to dedicate at least 3 hours per day during the project period, with an expected commitment of 20 or more hours per week.

  • Role: Native Malay Dictionary Proofreader
  • Work arrangement: Remote and worldwide
  • Engagement: Part-time contractor
  • Experience level: Expert
  • Expected availability: 20+ hours per week and at least 3 hours per day
  • Project timeline: Expected to end in July

What You'll Do

You will review dictionary entries and make precise corrections to both written forms and pronunciation representations. Pronunciation must be checked against the phoneme set provided for the project.

For example, you may correct an incorrectly transcribed pronunciation for a Malay word while also identifying spelling or word-form errors in the entry.

  • Determine whether each word is Malay.
  • Correct spelling errors in dictionary entries.
  • Proofread pronunciations using the specified phoneme set.
  • Review entries carefully to meet the required accuracy standard.
  • Redo work when spot checks identify items below the required accuracy.

Requirements And Quality Standards

This project requires native Malay language ability, strong attention to detail, and sufficient availability to maintain consistent accuracy. Candidates must pass a test before starting the task.

The required accuracy is 97%. Quality will be assessed through spot checks, and non-compliant work found below the required accuracy must be redone.

  • Native Malay speaker
  • Expert-level dictionary proofreading ability
  • Ability to evaluate Malay spelling and pronunciation
  • Ability to follow a specified phoneme set
  • At least 3 hours of availability per day during the project
  • Successful completion of the required pre-project test
  • Minimum accuracy requirement of 97%

Compensation And How To Apply

The stated task compensation is $6 USD per 1,000 words. The project record also lists a $100 USD fixed-price amount. Review the applicable payment terms during the application process.

Apply through OpenTrain AI to create your profile, review the project details, and complete the required test. If selected, you can begin contributing to language data that helps shape modern AI systems.

  • Task compensation: $6 USD per 1,000 words
  • Listed fixed-price amount: $100 USD
  • Payment currency: USD
  • Application: Through OpenTrain AI
  • Pre-start requirement: Pass the project test
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