360 Video Data Collection Specialist

About OpenTrain

OpenTrain AI is the hiring and contracting organization for this opportunity. OpenTrain is the leading platform for finding and building careers in AI training and data labeling, helping contributors discover projects, build a professional profile, and grow their experience in a rapidly expanding field.

Creating an OpenTrain account is free, and you can apply in minutes while building a portfolio that reflects your AI training and data collection work.

• Remote contractor opportunity
• Part-time engagement with a 20+ hour weekly commitment
• Available in the United Kingdom, Canada, India, Singapore, South Africa, New Zealand, and Australia

About AI Training Data Collection

AI training depends on real-world examples gathered and prepared by people. Video data collection specialists help create the footage AI systems use to understand activities, environments, movement, and everyday interactions.

This work is part of a growing industry that offers flexible, remote opportunities for contributors who can follow detailed instructions and produce accurate, consistent data. Prior AI experience is not required for this role.

• Capture natural first-person video for AI training
• Work across approved home, public, commercial, and outdoor settings
• Support the development of more capable AI systems through high-quality real-world data

The Role

OpenTrain is recruiting a 360 Video Data Collection Specialist to capture high-quality first-person footage. You will begin with a personal smartphone and head strap, then use provided Insta360 equipment as required by the project.

The role combines practical video capture with file management, consent coordination, privacy and safety compliance, metadata accuracy, and reliable delivery of training data. The advertised rate is $8 to $17 per hour.

• Experience level: Entry level
• Employment type: Contractor and part time
• Language: English
• Data type: Video
• Pay: $8 to $17 per hour

What You'll Do

You will record natural first-person footage and maintain consistent data quality throughout each assignment. Some projects may involve group activities, requiring you to coordinate participants and obtain written permissions.

You will also prepare files for delivery and communicate clearly about progress, challenges, and questions about changing workflows or project requirements.

• Capture footage with a smartphone and head strap
• Set up and operate Insta360 X-series cameras, including framing and recording settings
• Manage video files and use Insta360 Studio to reframe and export footage
• Troubleshoot basic camera, storage, transfer, and export issues
• Identify suitable locations within approved settings
• Follow recording, metadata, privacy, consent, and safety requirements
• Coordinate participants and secure written permissions when needed
• Report progress, challenges, and clarification needs clearly

Requirements

Experience capturing video or conducting comparable real-world data collection is preferred. You should be comfortable recording in home and public environments, following detailed instructions, and adapting to changing workflows.

A reliable, high-quality smartphone is required. Familiarity with Insta360 X-series cameras, INSV files, and Insta360 Studio is valuable, while current ownership of an Insta360 X-series camera is helpful.

• Careful attention to quality, accuracy, and detail
• Familiarity with the practical requirements of 360-degree recording
• Ability to follow privacy, consent, safety, metadata, and recording instructions
• Ability to troubleshoot basic camera, storage, file transfer, and export issues
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Comfort working in home and public environments
• Reliable access to a high-quality smartphone
• Prior AI experience is not required

Who Should Apply

This opportunity may suit people with video capture experience, practical data collection backgrounds, or a strong interest in contributing to AI development. It is also suitable for entry-level contributors who are organized, dependable, and able to manage recording and file-handling requirements carefully.

Apply if you can commit to 20 or more hours per week and are located in one of the supported countries.

• Video capture specialists
• Real-world data collection contributors
• People familiar with 360-degree cameras and video workflows
• Detail-oriented applicants comfortable coordinating participants and permissions
• Candidates seeking flexible, remote work in AI training

How to Apply Through OpenTrain

Create or update your free OpenTrain profile, review the opportunity details, and apply through the platform. Your profile can help showcase relevant video, equipment, and data collection experience as you build a longer-term career in AI training.

Be prepared to describe your experience with video capture, Insta360 equipment, INSV files, Insta360 Studio, participant coordination, and following privacy or consent requirements.

• Apply through OpenTrain AI
• Highlight relevant video and data collection experience
• Mention any Insta360 X-series camera experience or ownership
• Show your ability to follow detailed quality and compliance instructions