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Video Shot Annotation Artist (AI Training)
About the Role
We're looking for visually literate film and video enthusiasts to help train the next generation of AI systems to understand the language of cinema. As a Video Shot Annotation Artist at Alignerr, you'll analyze video at the shot level — describing camera angles, movement, framing, and mood in structured, precise language that teaches AI how a scene really works.
This is a unique opportunity to put your passion for film and visual storytelling to work on cutting-edge AI research.
- Organization: Alignerr
- Type: Hourly Contract
- Location: Remote
- Commitment: Flexible hours, work on your own schedule
What You'll Do
- Break videos into individual shots and confirm shot boundaries
- Annotate each shot for camera angle, shot size, and camera movement
- Describe on-screen action in clear, concise, structured language
- Apply stylistic tags for lighting, visual tone, and genre feel where relevant
- Follow predefined taxonomies and labeling sets to ensure consistency
- Flag ambiguous shots or unclear transitions for review
- Maintain speed and accuracy across high-volume annotation workflows
Who You Are
Must-Have:
- Strong visual literacy — you notice the details others miss
- Solid understanding of film grammar: shot types, angles, and camera movements
- Comfortable working in labeling tools, spreadsheets, or structured interfaces
- High attention to detail and ability to stay consistent across repetitive tasks
Nice to Have:
- Background in video editing, assistant editing, or post-production
- Prior experience with data annotation or dataset labeling
- Formal or self-directed study in film, cinematography, or media production
Why Join Us
- Work on cutting-edge AI projects with top research labs
- Fully remote and flexible — work on your own schedule from anywhere
- Freelance perks: autonomy, variety, and global collaboration
- Contribute to meaningful work that shapes how AI understands visual storytelling
- Potential for ongoing work and contract extension
About Alignerr
A legitimate, well-funded platform (built by Labelbox) with strong rates for experts. The real catch is availability — per-approved-task pay and quiet stretches between projects.
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