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Music & Lyrics Expert - Japanese

$12.15/hr

Published pay. The final rate depends on your test, experience and country.

United States Language: English Posted 12 Aug 2026

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our partner is hiring experienced musicians to evaluate generative music AI models, in partnership with a leading AI lab.

You will assess AI-generated music across a wide range of genres and rate it against detailed quality standards, working in Japanese and English.

Key Responsibilities

  • Compare AI-generated lyrics with published songs to identify similarities

  • Rate lyrics based on quality, creativity, prompt adherence, and originality

  • Evaluate whether lyrics sound natural, including word choice, slang, and regional expressions.

Requirements

  • Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese, and the ability to follow detailed written instructions in English

  • Experience as a songwriter, lyricist, performer, composer, or music journalist, with knowledge of the Japanese music scene

  • Headphones or studio monitors suitable for critical listening

Nice to have

  • Formal training in music performance, theory, or composition

  • Credited or published songwriting work

  • Broad familiarity with contemporary Japanese genres, sub-genres, and artists

Project Timeline

  • Start date: immediate

  • Duration: up to 6 months

  • Commitment: flexible. Most experts work around 20 hours per week; there is no cap

  • Compensation: paid per task. Each task type has a set time estimate, and your per-task rate is based on your location.

Application & Onboarding

  • Upload your resume and complete the application steps, including the Bilingual Competency Interview in Japanese

  • Receive next steps and onboarding details within a few days

Apply today and put your musical expertise to work.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Location: United States.

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