
Video Annotation
Listing checked November 1, 2026 · pay as published by micro1
Key details
- Pay
- $15–25/hr
- Location
- Remote
- Job type
- contract
- Openings
- 10
- Posted
- November 1, 2026
Overview
micro1 is hiring Video Annotation experts for a customer project centered on high-impact data labeling. Your work will directly shape how next-generation AI systems learn and reason. You will review video content against detailed rubrics, apply consistent tags and labels, and document your decisions. This is a contractor role with remote work and pay between $15 and $25 per hour.
What You'll Do7
- Review video footage and annotate it according to project-specific guidelines and rubrics.
- Assign consistent tags, labels, or classifications to video segments with high precision.
- Document annotation choices and share them through written notes and verbal updates.
- Work within annotation platforms or tools, adjusting to new interfaces as the customer requires.
- Coordinate with project leads and quality assurance staff to clarify requirements and improve outputs.
- Deliver completed annotations by agreed milestones, keeping accuracy and completeness in focus.
- Suggest improvements to guidelines or processes that can raise annotation quality and efficiency.
Requirements7
- Hands-on experience with video annotation and a solid grasp of annotation rubrics.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with close attention to detail.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and adjust to changing project needs.
- Experience in data annotation, labeling, or comparable work.
- Comfort using digital annotation tools or related software; video editing experience is not required.
- Willingness to ask for clarification and offer constructive feedback on processes.
- Commitment to producing accurate annotations and meeting project timelines.
Preferred Qualifications6
- Demonstrated experience with video annotation and a strong understanding of annotation rubrics.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on clarity and detail orientation.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and adapt quickly to evolving project requirements.
- Experience working on data annotation, labeling, or similar projects — generalists with relevant experience are welcome.
- Proficiency with digital annotation tools or related software (no video editing experience needed).
- Proactive in seeking clarification and providing constructive feedback on processes.
Who Should Apply
Candidates with video annotation experience and a sharp eye for detail will fit this role. You should be comfortable with digital annotation tools, able to follow detailed rubrics, and clear in written and verbal communication. Generalists with data labeling backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.
Salary Insight
The rate for this contractor role is $15 to $25 per hour.
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$15–25/hr
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$68/hour
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