Audio Engineer

About the Role of an Audio Engineer

Nexus Consulting is seeking an experienced Audio Engineer Specialist for a remote contract opportunity. This role is crucial for supporting next-generation AI-driven audio technologies, focusing on identifying and classifying audio artifacts, producing high-quality annotations, and contributing to the continuous improvement of machine learning systems. This position is ideal for detail-oriented, self-directed professionals experienced in audio analysis and restoration.

Key Responsibilities

• Review short audio clips and classify artifacts such as noise, clipping, echo, misalignment, and compression-related issues.
• Produce precise annotations and structured corrective feedback.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of annotation work to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Document edge cases and contribute to shared annotation guidelines.
• Collaborate with training and QA teams to refine annotation standards.
• Provide feedback on annotation tools and workflow improvements.
• Maintain high data quality and documentation standards.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in audio annotation, captioning, transcription, audio editing, or quality assurance.
• Strong proficiency in audio restoration tools such as iZotope RX, Cedar Studio, Adobe Audition, or equivalent software.
• Solid understanding of audio engineering terminology and production defects.
• Experience using browser-based tools and structured workflows.
• Strong written communication skills for clear documentation and reporting.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with advanced descriptive audio captioning projects.
• Professional background in audio engineering or post-production.
• Experience contributing to annotation or QA documentation standards.

Additional Information

• Contract engagement.
• Flexible hours within an agreed weekly range.
• Compensation to be discussed based on experience and location.

Key skills/competency

• Audio Annotation
• Machine Learning
• iZotope RX
• Adobe Audition
• Audio Restoration
• Quality Assurance
• Data Analysis
• Sound Engineering
• Post-Production
• Technical Documentation