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Voice Actor: CX Agent Voice Cloning at Mercor
posted 3 months agoVoice Actor (Southern US Accent) | $50/hr | Remote – US Only
Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research lab to recruit talented voice actors with authentic Southern American English accents for a short-term, paid voice recording project. Your recordings will be used exclusively to train and power a client's internal CX AI Agent — they will not be sold, licensed, or repurposed for any other use.
Please note: Your voice may be cloned for use in the client's CX AI Agent. Apply only if you are comfortable with voice cloning under these specific, limited terms.
Key Responsibilities
- Record high-quality voice samples across diverse script types (conversational, narrative, instructional, and more)
- Deliver clear, natural, and expressive speech with strong control over tone, pacing, and pronunciation
- Maintain consistency in voice, accent, and delivery across all recording sessions
- Follow detailed recording guidelines covering environment setup, microphone configuration, and file formatting
- Perform multiple takes with variation in emotion, emphasis, and style as directed
Requirements
- Native Southern American English speaker currently based in the United States (e.g., Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, the Carolinas, Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi)
- 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 a natural, authentic delivery
- Reliable availability for 5–10 hours per week for the duration of the project (estimated 1–2 weeks)
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience recording for TTS systems, audiobooks, IVR platforms, or AI voice datasets
- Familiarity with audio editing tools such as Audacity, Adobe Audition, or Reaper
- Ability to deliver multiple vocal styles including conversational, corporate, energetic, and calm
How to apply for this role
- Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
- Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
- Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.