Khan Academy
Audio Generation & QA Specialist, Khan Kids (Part-time contract, up to 20 hours/week; $40-50/hr)
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Job Description
- Req#: 7344645
Employer Industry: Educational Technology Nonprofit
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Hourly rate between $40-$50/hour, with the offered rate depending on skills and experience
- Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on providing free education to learners globally
- Collaborative work environment with a diverse team from various backgrounds
- Chance to make a significant impact on early literacy and children's education
- Commitment to professional development and investment in employee growth
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Execute scripted audio generation workflows using Terminal and speech synthesis tools
- Review audio for clarity, consistency, pacing, and age-appropriateness
- Organize and manage audio files, ensuring proper naming conventions and folder structures
- Confirm completeness of audio batches and resolve any anomalies
- Communicate effectively with Creative, Content, and Engineering teams regarding audio performance and issues
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Proficient in using macOS Terminal and basic console output interpretation
- Strong file management skills in Finder and spreadsheet proficiency (Google Sheets/Excel)
- Ability to assess audio quality and age-appropriateness for young learners
- Understanding of letter sounds and simple phonics patterns
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide structured updates
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Familiarity with XCode and json file formatting
- Basic audio editing experience, such as with Audacity
- Knowledge of TTS/ASR tools and workflows
- Introductory knowledge of phonetics/IPA
- Experience in children’s media or educational content
#EducationalTechnology #Nonprofit #AudioProduction #ChildrensEducation #CareerOpportunityAbout the company
Learn for free about math, art, computer programming, economics, physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, finance, history, and more. Khan Academy is a nonprofit with the mission of providing a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere.
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