Sinhala - Language Verifier

Sinhala Language Verifier

Location: Remote

Status: Project Based (Contract)

Compensation: a fixed fee

Benefits: Flexible schedule, work from home
 

JOB SUMMARY 

Are you fluent in Sinhala and have a keen eye for detail? We’re looking for language verifiers to help ensure quality in language tests and audio/video files—all from the comfort of your home!

Language verifiers’ duties include creating language verification tests, quality control of existing language verification tests, evaluating language test submissions, and doing quality control on audio and video files. Language verifiers create language verification tests following detailed instructions that will be provided upon employment. The nature of the role is ongoing and project-based. The workload is dependent on project needs. Payment is based on work completed at the rates listed below. 

• Language verification test review - USD $50, one time fee
• Language verification test grading - USD $15 per graded submission

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out assigned tasks, see above
• Meet assigned deadlines
• Report progress in a proactive manner to project managers
• Communicate with project managers in a timely and effective manner 
• Follow guidelines and requirements as dictated by the project manager
• Communicate in English with project managers via email (verbal communication is not required)

SKILLS

• Native-level (C2) proficiency in Sinhala (ISO: si)
• Ability to read and write in the required language, see above
• Familiarity with linguistics, as well as grammar and writing system/s of the required language
• Knowledge of colloquialisms, grammar and linguistic idiosyncrasies unique to the required language
• Ability to record yourself speaking clearly, in a quiet environment
• Responsiveness to email
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Computer and internet skills
• Web search skills
• Typing
• A good command of English is preferred

REQUIREMENTS

• Native-level (C2) proficiency in the required language, including the ability to read and write. If you do not possess these characteristics, but wish to be considered for other roles, please submit your inquiry via our Jobseekers Inquiry form.
• We can only accept international candidates at this time.
• Previous professional experience working in the required language
• Formal education in the required language, secondary school or higher, strongly preferred
• Masters or Phd in Linguistics, Translation Studies, or the required language, preferred
• Personal laptop or access to a computer 
• Access to the internet
• Access to email
• The job cannot be completed from your phone
• Payment methods are PayPal, Payoneer or otherwise agreed upon method
• Payment will be made on a 60-day pay cycle

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Productive Playhouse Inc. (PPH) is a global data company. From our start, forward thinking in language acquisition and carefully observed cultural experience have defined the Productive Playhouse mission and driven our teams.

Our growth into a full-service data company began in 2011 and has expanded rapidly over the last decade. PPH currently offers our clients a wide range of data services including transcription, translation, linguistic analysis, rating, systems testing, localization, field and studio recording, language skill verification, and sensitive and diversity-focused data handling, with additional services being added continuously.

The job description provided is designed to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and the general nature of the work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Productive Playhouse reserves the right to modify or revise the job description as necessary

Productive Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. Employment with Productive Playhouse is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the employer can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

All offers of employment at Productive Playhouse are contingent upon the candidate’s ability to provide valid documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the United States or relevant hiring location.  Productive Playhouse participates in E-Verify.

Productive Playhouse provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources ([email protected])