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Global, Fully Remote Schedule: Flexible, ~15 hours/week Role Summary We are seeking skilled Audio ... Transcribe polyphonic recordings into accurate musical notation. * Separate and identify SATB ...

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Remote Schedule: Flexible, you pick the hours and days (including weekends if desired) Relevant ... Candidates should have strong musical listening, notation, and technical problem-solving abilities.

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How much do remote music notation jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote music notation in the United States is $21.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Music Notation vs Remote Music Transcription?

AspectRemote Music NotationRemote Music Transcription
Required SkillsMusic theory, notation software, attention to detailListening skills, music analysis, transcription software
Work EnvironmentHome-based, freelance or project-basedHome-based, freelance or project-based
Industry UsageComposers, arrangers, music publishersMusicians, composers, music educators

Remote Music Notation involves creating written sheet music using notation software, focusing on accuracy and clarity. Remote Music Transcription entails listening to recordings and converting them into written notation. While both roles require musical expertise, notation emphasizes composition skills, whereas transcription emphasizes listening and analysis skills. Both are commonly performed remotely and serve the music industry by providing essential services for composers, publishers, and musicians.

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Infographic showing various Remote Music Notation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 52% Full Time, 46% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,983 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Audio Expert - Remote

YO AI Labs

New York, NY • Remote

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Audio Expert – Music Transcription & Polyphonic Analysis

Role Type: Contractor
Location: Global, Fully Remote
Schedule: Flexible, ~15 hours/week

Role Summary

We are seeking skilled Audio Experts with strong music transcription, polyphonic analysis, music notation, and Python skills to support an AI training project.

Key Responsibilities
  • Transcribe polyphonic recordings into accurate musical notation.
  • Separate and identify SATB (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) vocal lines.
  • Identify pitches, rhythms, durations, rests, and re-articulations.
  • Apply accurate key signatures, accidentals, and enharmonic spelling.
  • Generate and manipulate MusicXML files.
  • Use Python and audio-analysis tools to support transcription workflows.
  • Validate transcriptions through musical and technical review.
Required Skills
  • Python
  • Advanced Ear Training
  • Polyphonic Music Transcription
  • SATB Music
  • Music Theory & Notation
  • Harmony & Rhythm
  • MusicXML
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in choral music, arranging, composition, performance, score preparation, or audio transcription.
  • Familiarity with tools such as librosa, NumPy, SciPy, music21, MuseScore, Essentia, or pretty_midi.
  • Strong attention to musical and technical accuracy.

Relevant expertise matters more than formal education or years of experience.