Mercor · Voice & audio
Voice Actor: CX Agent Voice Cloning (USA)
Listed on Mercor as “Voice Actor: CX Agent Voice Cloning (USA)”
What this actually is
You record voice samples following scripts, evaluate AI-generated audio for quality, and provide expert feedback used to train speech models. Often paid by the minute or hour of recording. The platform title (Voice Actor: CX Agent Voice Cloning (USA)) reflects the rate band and the expertise required, not the day-to-day work.
Can you do this on your visa?
F-2 / F-4 / F-5 / F-6: open. E-1 to E-7: needs concurrent-employment permit. D-2 / D-4 students: S-3 permit, 20 hr/week cap. D-10 / D-8: case by case.
Korean tax on USD income
First 5 years in Korea: foreign-source income only taxed if remitted into Korea. After year 5: worldwide income. Full tax guide.
Original posting from Mercor
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.
**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
**Requirements**
- 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 5-10 hours per week over the project duration
- \[IMP\]: Your voice may be cloned for the clients CX AI Agent so please only apply if you are okay with voice cloning
**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)
Quoted from Mercor’s public listing on 2026-06-02. We don’t edit platform copy; honest framing is in the title and the “what this actually is” block above.
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