AlignerrData annotation
Video Annotation Specialist
up to $120/hr
About this role, in Alignerr's words
What if your eye for visual detail could directly shape how AI understands the world through video? We're looking for Video Annotation Specialists to segment, label, and describe video content that powers the next generation of AI models — helping machines learn to interpret everything from camera angles to on-screen action.
What you'll do
- Segment video content into individual shots and scenes with precision
- Annotate camera angles, shot sizes, movement types, and on-screen actions
- Apply labels and tags according to predefined classification categories
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- Flag unclear shots, ambiguous transitions, or content that requires review
- Maintain speed and accuracy across high-volume annotation workflows
- Complete task-based assignments independently on your own schedule
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Who You Are
- Sharp visual attention — you notice subtle differences others might miss
- Consistent and methodical when working through repetitive, detail-oriented tasks
- Comfortable using web-based labeling tools or spreadsheets
- Self-motivated and reliable when working independently without close supervision
- Genuine interest in video, film, or visual media is a plus
- No professional video production or AI experience required
Nice to Have
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- Background in film, photography, media studies, or visual arts
- Experience with data annotation, content tagging, or quality assurance workflows
- Familiarity with video editing or media management tools
- Prior exposure to AI training data or annotation platforms
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Video Annotation Specialist (AI Training)
About the Role
What if your eye for visual detail could directly shape how AI understands the world through video? We're looking for Video Annotation Specialists to segment, label, and describe video content that powers the next generation of AI models — helping machines learn to interpret everything from camera angles to on-screen action.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role open to anyone with strong visual attention and a methodical approach to work. No professional video or film experience required — just a sharp eye, consistent focus, and a willingness to do quality work at scale.
- Organization: Alignerr - Type: Hourly Contract - Location: Remote - Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
* Segment video content into individual shots and scenes with precision * Annotate camera angles, shot sizes, movement types, and on-screen actions * Apply labels and tags according to predefined classification categories * Flag unclear shots, ambiguous transitions, or content that requires review * Maintain speed and accuracy across high-volume annotation workflows * Complete task-based assignments independently on your own schedule
Who You Are
* Sharp visual attention — you notice subtle differences others might miss * Consistent and methodical when working through repetitive, detail-oriented tasks * Comfortable using web-based labeling tools or spreadsheets * Self-motivated and reliable when working independently without close supervision * Genuine interest in video, film, or visual media is a plus * No professional video production or AI experience required
Nice to Have
* Background in film, photography, media studies, or visual arts * Experience with data annotation, content tagging, or quality assurance workflows * Familiarity with video editing or media management tools * Prior exposure to AI training data or annotation platforms
Why Join Us
* Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading research labs * Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you * Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, task-based work * Contribute directly to how AI learns to understand and interpret visual media * Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch
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- Getting paid
- Billed weekly, Monday to Sunday, with approved work paid by the following Friday, according to Labelbox's help center. Payment goes through Stripe Connect or PayPal depending on your location, with one provider per country. intercom.help/labelbox/en/articles/13600616-alignerr-paym..., alignerr.com/process
- Before your first paid task
- Sign up, apply, verify your identity, set up billing and onboard. Some jobs add a Zara AI interview or domain assessments. alignerr.com/process
- How much work
- Time to your first project depends on demand and your skills, and there is no minimum number of hours. alignerr.com/faqs
- Contract
- Independent contractor, under terms with ALIGNERR LLC. alignerr.com/faqs, alignerr.com/privacy
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How does the pay compare?Across Data annotation roles, not this role alone
From our own daily reads of every open listing on the platforms we follow, not from Alignerr's posting. How we count.
Pay across the field: Data annotation
Across 58 roles in this field with a stated hourly rate in US dollars, on 10 platforms, the middle half pays $15 to $50 an hour at the top of the range, and the median is $25. This role's top rate, $120, is in the top quarter. Of the 31 distinct rates we count, 28 are lower and 1 are higher.
| Platform | Roles | Top of range, per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Claru | 27 | $10 to $100 · median $28 |
| micro1 | 14 | $10 to $80 · median $15 |
| Alignerr (this platform) | 6 | $24 to $120 |
| Grayder | 3 | $45 to $100 |
| Mercor | 2 | $50 to $65 |
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- First seen here on 27 Aug 2026, and still on Alignerr's list when we last read it on 13 Oct 2026.
- The listed pay has not changed since then.
- Posted by Alignerr
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- Last seen live
- Listing ID
- 0792866a-6666-420b-8cd7-cfc7c1e26ca5
Pay as the source states it: “$40-120/hr”.
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