Voice Actor – American English (USA)
Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research lab to build next-generation text-to-speech (TTS) systems capable of producing natural, expressive, and human-like voices. We are seeking
USA-based voice actors with native American English accents
to contribute high-quality voice recordings for training and evaluating cutting-edge speech models. This role is ideal for professionals with experience in voice acting, narration, or broadcast who can deliver consistent, expressive, and clean audio across a variety of scripts.
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Key Responsibilities
- Record high-quality voice samples across diverse scripts (conversational, narrative, instructional, etc.) - Deliver
clear, natural, and expressive speech
with strong control over tone, pacing, and pronunciation - Maintain
consistency in voice, accent, and delivery
across recording sessions - Follow detailed recording guidelines (environment, microphone setup, file formatting) - Perform multiple takes with variation in emotion, emphasis, and style when required - Review and self-QA recordings to ensure minimal background noise, clipping, or artifacts - Collaborate with project teams to refine delivery based on model training needs
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Requirements
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Native American English speaker currently based in the United States
- Proven experience in
voice acting, dubbing, narration, podcasting, or broadcasting
- Access to a
professional or near-professional recording setup
(quality microphone, quiet environment, pop filter, etc.) - Strong command of
intonation, diction, and emotional range
- Ability to follow scripts precisely while maintaining natural delivery - Reliable availability for
10–20 hours per week
over the project duration
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Preferred Qualifications
- Experience recording for
TTS, audiobooks, IVR systems, or AI voice datasets
- Familiarity with audio editing tools (e.g., Audacity, Adobe Audition, Reaper) - Ability to deliver
multiple vocal styles
(e.g., conversational, corporate, energetic, calm)
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Why Join
- Contribute to
state-of-the-art AI voice technology
used by millions globally - Opportunity to shape how future AI systems
sound, communicate, and express emotion
- Work directly with top-tier AI researchers and engineers Apply tot his job Apply To this Job