Video Annotation Specialist

About OpenTrain

OpenTrain AI is the hiring and contracting organization for this role. OpenTrain helps people build careers in AI training and data labeling, connecting contributors with projects where human judgment helps shape how modern AI systems are developed.

• Worldwide contractor opportunity
• Expected project duration of 6+ months
• Pay rate of $50-$90 per hour
• Basic English proficiency required

About AI Training and Video Annotation

AI training is the human side of building artificial intelligence. Contributors review, label, and evaluate examples that help AI systems understand the world, including visual data from robotic systems and other real-world activities.

Video annotation work combines careful observation with structured labeling. Your reviews can help create consistent datasets for machine learning and robotics applications.

• Work directly with data used to develop AI systems
• Use visual review and structured annotation to describe events
• Contribute to a fast-growing field at the intersection of AI and robotics

The Role

As a Video Annotation Specialist, you will review footage of robotic arms executing assigned tasks and identify important actions and outcomes. You will apply detailed grading guidelines, record structured observations, and submit annotated datasets according to project standards and milestones.

This intermediate-level contractor role requires accuracy, clear communication, and the ability to work independently. The project is expected to run for 6+ months.

• Role type: Contractor
• Experience level: Intermediate
• Subject matter: Robotics and machine learning data preparation
• Pay: $50-$90 per hour

What You'll Do

You will use video annotation tools and platforms to capture consistent, detailed observations. You will also collaborate with project trainers and other contributors to resolve ambiguities, maintain shared standards, and address feedback through ongoing quality reviews.

• Review video footage of robotic arms completing assigned tasks
• Identify key actions and outcomes within video sessions
• Apply grading guidelines to tag and annotate events accurately
• Record structured observations using video annotation tools
• Document findings and submit annotated datasets
• Communicate progress, challenges, and insights through written and verbal channels
• Participate in quality reviews and respond to feedback
• Work with trainers and contributors to resolve annotation ambiguities

Requirements and Preferred Qualifications

Applicants should have proven experience with video annotation, data labeling, or comparable data-centric projects. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, time management, and self-organization are important for successful independent project participation.

A background in AI training, machine learning data preparation, or robotics is strongly preferred. Familiarity with video annotation tools and software platforms is also preferred.

• Proven experience with video annotation, data labeling, or similar projects
• Exceptional accuracy when reviewing and tagging visual data
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Effective time management and self-organization
• Familiarity with video annotation tools and software platforms
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Proactive approach to resolving annotation challenges
• Basic English proficiency

Who Should Apply

This opportunity may suit experienced annotators, data-labeling contributors, and professionals familiar with AI training or machine learning data preparation. It is especially relevant to people who can carefully interpret robotic arm activity, follow detailed guidelines, and communicate clearly when visual evidence is ambiguous.

• Video annotation specialists
• Data-labeling professionals
• AI training and machine learning data contributors
• People with robotics project experience
• Detail-oriented independent contractors

How to Apply Through OpenTrain

Create a free OpenTrain account to build your profile and apply in minutes. OpenTrain AI is the contracting organization for this opportunity and supports contributors pursuing flexible careers in AI training and data labeling.

• Review the role and confirm that your experience matches the requirements
• Create or update your free OpenTrain profile
• Apply through OpenTrain
• Be prepared to discuss your annotation experience and relevant robotics or machine learning background