Household Data Specialist - Video Capture (US) | $30/hr Remote
Listing checked September 1, 2026 · pay as published by Micro1
Overview
This remote contract role focuses on training the next generation of personal robotics by capturing video demonstrations of everyday household tasks. You’ll wear a UMI gripper and VR headset to record natural hand movements, providing essential data that teaches robots how to operate in real homes. The work is pay-per-task, starting at $30 per approved hour during the pilot phase and increasing to $60 per approved hour once quality benchmarks are consistently met.
What You'll Do6
- 1Record and submit high-quality video demonstrations of routine household tasks while wearing a wearable UMI gripper device.
- 2Follow detailed, task-specific instructions to ensure every recording meets strict project specifications.
- 3Review feedback from project reviewers and iterate on your technique to improve data quality over time.
- 4Set up and operate recording equipment and the UMI gripper, accurately mimicking real-world hand movements.
- 5Communicate clearly and proactively with the project team, both in writing and verbally, to stay aligned on expectations.
- 6Maintain a consistent weekly workflow to meet the minimum required amount of approved data submissions.
Requirements8
- 1Exceptional attention to detail and a proven ability to follow complex specifications without deviation.
- 2Good manual dexterity and comfort with performing precise physical tasks in various household environments.
- 3Experience or willingness to operate, wear, and set up specialized devices like VR headsets and hand-tracking gloves.
- 4Ability to incorporate feedback and refine your processes iteratively based on reviewer input.
- 5Strong written and verbal communication skills, including openness to frequent and prompt feedback exchanges.
- 6Reliable access to a fully equipped U.S. household (kitchen, living spaces, common items) and a stable high-speed internet connection for uploading large video files.
- 7Comfort with prolonged use of a VR headset as a regular part of your work environment.
- 8Preferred: genuine curiosity about personal robotics, AI, and emerging home technology; prior experience in data collection or usability studies; patience for repetitive, precision-oriented work.
Who Should Apply
You’re a detail-obsessed individual who loves following exact instructions and iterating based on feedback. You’re comfortable wearing a VR headset and hand-tracking gloves for extended periods, and you have a typical U.S. home with all the usual rooms and items. A genuine interest in robotics and AI is a big plus, as is experience with data collection or usability studies. If you’re patient, adaptable, and ready to contribute to cutting-edge robot training, this role is for you.
Salary Insight
Compensation is pay-per-task: you earn $30 per approved hour of data during the pilot phase, then $60 per approved hour after calibration once quality benchmarks are consistently met. Note that early on, you can expect roughly 2 hours of review work per 1 hour of approved data, making the effective rate around $30/hr initially. That ratio typically improves as you gain familiarity.
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Application Tip
Highlight any experience you have with following detailed protocols or working with wearable tech (even gaming VR headsets). Also, mention a specific household task you could demonstrate—this shows you’ve thought about the role’s hands-on nature and your genuine interest in robotics.
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