23.3977, Jobs: Comp Ling; Phonetics: Senior Phonetician, Speech Graphics Ltd.

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Subject: 23.3977, Jobs: Comp Ling; Phonetics: Senior Phonetician, Speech Graphics Ltd.

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Date: Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:43:25
From: Michael Berger [berger at speech-graphics.com]
Subject: Computational Linguistics; Phonetics: Senior Phonetician, Speech Graphics Ltd, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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University or Organization: Speech Graphics Ltd 
Job Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 
Web Address: http://www.speech-graphics.com
Job Rank: Senior Phonetician  

Specialty Areas: Computational Linguistics; Phonetics 


Description:

Speech Graphics has developed the first high-fidelity lip-sync solution driven 
by audio. Based on two decades of research and development in articulatory 
dynamics, facial modeling, speech recognition and computer graphics, our 
award-winning technology is helping us to become the leading lip sync 
provider for next-gen games, as well as for language instruction, speech 
therapy, and a spectrum of developing applications. We are a highly 
interdisciplinary team that seeks talented, driven individuals from various 
fields. We offer an exciting startup environment where individuals can have a 
major impact on the direction of the company and have a share in its 
success.

Job Description:
You will work directly with the CTO to operate our audio-driven speech 
animation services and contribute to our research and development projects. 
Service operations will involve the following tasks:
-  Learn our models, systems, procedures and principles
-  Use in-house software and procedures to set up client facial models for 
speech, generate speech animation, perform quality control on acoustic 
analyses, and fine-tune articulation patterns 
-  Work directly with clients, and manage client assets from start to delivery
-  Manage quality-control staff and perform final quality control pass
-  Meet service deadlines and estimate delivery for multiple projects running 
in parallel
-  Maintain service records and write reports

Research and development tasks may include the following:
-  Research in diverse areas such as phonetics, acoustic analysis, visual 
speech, speech recognition and facial modeling
-  Work on dictionaries and phonological and morphological rule sets in 
multiple languages and dialects
-  Propose development projects to improve animation quality and throughput 

Key Requirements:
Much of your responsibilities will revolve around maximizing quality for large 
amounts of animated speech, which will require a keen eye, in-depth 
knowledge of articulatory processes, and a thorough understanding of our 
models. The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
-  A post-graduate degree in linguistics or related field, preferably with 
concentration in phonetics/phonology
-  Theoretical understanding of coarticulation and related phenomena
-  Proficiency in acoustic analysis using Praat
-  Keen ear and eye for phonetic nuances and attention to detail
-  Extremely high standards, pride in work, self-motivation, and creative 
thinking
-  Willingness to put in extra effort and hours when needed as befits a young 
startup environment and service business with tight deadlines

Other Preferred Skills:
-  Background in computational linguistics and/or speech technology
-  Programming skills
-  Team leadership and/or management experience
-  Practical and/or theoretical knowledge of multiple languages


Application Deadline:  (Open until filled)
	  
Email Address for Applications: berger at speech-graphics.com 
Contact Information:
	Michael Berger 
	Email: berger at speech-graphics.com 





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