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William A. Anderson

Seattle

Summary

A highly skilled AI training specialist, linguist, and freelance academic writer with over 15 years of experience in audio annotation, data analysis, and improving AI models, particularly in natural language processing (NLP) and speech recognition systems. My expertise includes creating and refining training datasets for various AI applications, such as large language models (LLMs), chatbots, and virtual assistants, with an exceptional eye for detail in annotating sound events in audio and video content and evaluating AI-generated prompts for accuracy and clarity. Additionally, I have extensive experience in freelance academic writing and editing, producing high-quality thesis papers, essays, scientific assignments, journal articles, and other academic content for diverse disciplines, ensuring rigorous research, clarity, and adherence to academic standards.

My deep understanding of linguistics, combined with technical proficiency in AI model training and academic writing, enables me to contribute to the development of advanced AI systems and scholarly work across various industries. I excel in remote, freelance, and part-time roles, consistently meeting deadlines and delivering exceptional results. I am passionate about creating AI systems that process language in a nuanced, human-like manner and producing academic content that advances knowledge with precision and insight.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AI Trainer & Data Specialist

Voysis
01.2017 - Current
  • Lead the training and evaluation of AI language models, specializing in voice assistants and natural language interfaces.
  • Conducted detailed audio annotation, labeling sound events and providing timestamps to improve speech recognition accuracy.
  • Worked with engineers to adjust model parameters and improve voice command accuracy, contributing to a more robust virtual assistant experience.
  • Evaluated multiple-choice prompts for AI-driven models, ensuring clarity, relevance, and correctness in line with the AI's learning goals.
  • Provided linguistic insights and training for a growing team of remote annotators, helping improve overall productivity and model effectiveness.

Freelance Academic Writer

Uvocorp.com
01.2012 - Current
  • Researched and wrote high-quality academic papers, including thesis papers, essays, scientific assignments, journal articles, and other academic content across various disciplines such as linguistics, literature, and social sciences.
  • Conducted in-depth research using peer-reviewed sources to ensure accuracy, credibility, and adherence to academic standards.
  • Edited and proofread academic papers to enhance clarity, coherence, and compliance with specific formatting guidelines (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago).
  • Collaborated with clients to tailor content to assignment requirements, delivering well-structured, original, and insightful academic work under tight deadlines.

Writerbay

Freelance Academic Writer/Editor
06.2018 - 02.2023
  • Authored and edited academic papers, including essays, research papers, theses, and journal articles, focusing on delivering precise, well-researched, and academically rigorous content.
  • Specialized in scientific assignments and research-based writing, ensuring clarity, logical flow, and alignment with academic standards.
  • Provided comprehensive editing services, refining structure, grammar, and style to elevate the quality of academic submissions.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining high standards of originality and meeting client-specific deadlines.

AI Linguist & Data Analyst

Pimloc
01.2012 - 01.2017
  • Managed annotation and transcription tasks for video and audio content, contributing to the development of advanced computer vision and language models.
  • Provided linguistic analysis for video annotation projects, focusing on object detection, sound event identification, and labeling.
  • Played a key role in the creation of benchmark datasets used to train AI models for security and surveillance systems, focusing on audio cues and speech detection.
  • Collaborated with a team of linguists and data specialists to improve AI's understanding of context in both video and audio-based environments.

Audio Data Specialist

Speechmatics
01.2008 - 01.2012
  • Annotated large volumes of audio data, focusing on transcribing and marking sound events for speech-to-text systems.
  • Ensured high accuracy in marking timestamps and event descriptions to improve the overall speech recognition accuracy.
  • Worked with machine learning engineers to optimize transcription systems, particularly for different accents and languages.
  • Analyzed audio data for model training, improving the ability of voice recognition systems to understand and respond to human speech in various contexts.

Linguist & AI Model Trainer

TransPerfect
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Specialized in annotating and transcribing linguistic data for AI models in the translation and transcription space.
  • Assisted in building datasets for training AI systems to improve their multilingual understanding and translation accuracy.
  • Conducted prompt evaluation for language models, ensuring the clarity and contextual correctness of automated translations and responses.
  • Provided linguistic support for natural language processing systems, ensuring the AI could recognize nuances in translation and context.

Education

Master of Arts - Linguistics

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
01.2001

Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature

University of California
Berkeley, CA
01.1997

Skills

  • AI Training & Data Annotation
  • Audio & Video Annotation
  • Linguistic Analysis
  • Prompt Evaluation
  • Machine Learning
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Academic support
  • Study tips
  • Teaching strategies
  • Online tutoring
  • Academic writing
  • Research design
  • Subject matter expertise
  • Scientific writing
  • Qualitative research
  • Research processes
  • Internet searches
  • Research presentation

Certification

  • Machine Learning for Linguists, Coursera, 2020
  • AI and Machine Learning Fundamentals, edX, 2019
  • Data Annotation Techniques, Data Science Academy, 2018

Languages

English

Timeline

Writerbay

Freelance Academic Writer/Editor
06.2018 - 02.2023

AI Trainer & Data Specialist

Voysis
01.2017 - Current

Freelance Academic Writer

Uvocorp.com
01.2012 - Current

AI Linguist & Data Analyst

Pimloc
01.2012 - 01.2017

Audio Data Specialist

Speechmatics
01.2008 - 01.2012

Linguist & AI Model Trainer

TransPerfect
01.2005 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature

University of California

Master of Arts - Linguistics

University of Washington
William A. Anderson
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