TELUS International is seeking participants in pairs for a conversational audio data collection project. The task can be completed remotely from the comfort of your own home. The objective is to gather around 50 minutes of unscripted conversational audio between each pair.
This project requires you to participate as a pair with a friend, colleague, or family member.
**Task Description:**
The participating pair will record 5 different conversations (around 10 minutes each) with varied tones and animated delivery. Topics need to vary and cover a range of natural, informal subjects. These audio recordings will be used to train speech recognition systems.
Examples of natural, informal subjects include hobbies, pets, travel, sports, etc. Some topics that are a no-go include medical or health conditions, and the financial situation of yourself or others.
Both participants will need to join a Zoom call along with a TELUS International moderator, who will provide support during the task. Please note that each participant can only complete the project once.
**Estimated time to complete the task:** 1.5 - 2 hours, including setup time and breaks between conversations for selecting topics.
**Expected project duration:** October to mid-November.
**Qualification Path**
**Requirements:**
To be eligible for the project, you must meet the following criteria:
- 18 years and older
- Located in the UK
- Proficient English speaker (any UK regional accent)
- Smartphone, laptop, or desktop computer to perform the task
- Stable internet connection for the duration of the task
- Quiet indoor setting
- Basic audio quality standards must be met (no studio setup required)
Both participants need to apply separately. If you are interested in participating, please complete this application process. Our team will reach out to qualified candidates for the next steps.