Live Music Performance Data Collector

About OpenTrain

OpenTrain AI is the hiring and contracting organization for this live music data collection project. OpenTrain helps people find and build careers in AI training and data labeling, where human contributors create and review the examples modern AI systems learn from.

Creating an OpenTrain account is free, and candidates can build a profile and apply in minutes for projects that match their skills.

About AI Training Data Collection

AI training depends on real-world data collected and prepared by people. In this project, live musical performances will be filmed and recorded for AI model training research, helping contribute to systems designed to understand music.

AI training and data-labeling work is a growing area of technology work. Projects may involve recording audio, reviewing model outputs, annotating media, or preparing other examples used to improve artificial intelligence.

The Role

OpenTrain is recruiting musicians for a live music performance data collection project in San Francisco. Selected musicians will perform short sets in public locations on August 6-7, 2026, while a production crew records the performance.

You may perform solo or as a group of one to three performers. The project is listed as requiring 20 or more hours per week, while the live set itself will last approximately one to two hours and the recording portion will take approximately 20-60 minutes.

• Location: San Francisco, California
• Project dates: August 6-7, 2026
• Engagement: Part-time contractor
• Experience level: Entry level
• Language: English
• Eligibility: United States

What You'll Do

You will perform a live music set at a high-foot-traffic location selected from the approved San Francisco options. You will also work with the production crew during the filming and recording session and handle the practical requirements of performing in a public space.

• Perform a 1-2 hour live set.
• Perform at a location in FiDi, the Marina, Dolores Park, Alamo Square, Pier 39, or Golden Gate Park.
• Be filmed and recorded by a production crew for approximately 20-60 minutes.
• Secure your own permit or permission to perform at your chosen location.
• Provide your own musical instruments and performance equipment.
• Arrive on time and maintain a professional approach during the scheduled time slot.

Requirements

This opportunity is designed for musicians who can perform confidently in public and manage the logistics of a live performance. You must be comfortable being filmed and recorded specifically for AI training purposes.

• Musical proficiency as a solo performer or part of a group of one to three performers.
• Experience performing publicly and engaging an audience.
• A portfolio link demonstrating public performance experience.
• Ability to perform live music in a public space.
• Comfort being filmed and recorded for AI training purposes.
• Your own musical instruments and equipment.
• A valid permit or permission to perform at the chosen location.
• Professionalism and punctuality for the scheduled performance time.

Helpful Background

Experience performing original music, covers, or both may be useful for this project. Familiarity with San Francisco public performance locations and permitting can also help you prepare and manage the engagement.

Compensation and Application

Pay is $100-$300 per hour. The total rate is set by the musician for the full set. Apply through OpenTrain to create your profile and submit your performance portfolio for consideration.

• Hourly pay range: $100-$300
• Payment type: Per hour
• Contract type: Contractor
• Work arrangement: Part-time, in-person performance in San Francisco