Video Recorder (Japan)

What You'll Do7

• Record household tasks on video using the UMI gripper wearable and submit clips that meet project specifications.
• Set up and operate the recording gear and gripper so your hand movements match real-world motion.
• Read task-specific instructions and apply them so each recording meets the project's quality bar.
• Review feedback from assigned reviewers and adjust your technique to raise data quality.
• Keep a steady weekly output that meets the minimum volume of approved recordings.
• Wear a VR headset and hand-tracking gloves for extended sessions while performing household activities.
• Upload large video files from your home using a stable, high-speed internet connection.

Requirements8

• Strong attention to detail and a track record of following complex specifications with precision.
• Manual dexterity and comfort with physical task precision across different household settings.
• Willingness to wear, set up, and operate specialized devices and recording equipment.
• Ability to take feedback and make iterative improvements to your process and output.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills, including comfort with prompt feedback exchanges.
• Reliable access to a fully equipped Japanese household with a kitchen, living spaces, and common items.
• A stable, high-speed internet connection at home for uploading large video files.
• Comfort with prolonged use of a VR headset as part of the regular work environment.

Preferred Qualifications3

• Genuine curiosity about personal robotics, AI, and emerging technology in home environments.
• Prior experience with data collection, usability studies, or similar hands-on projects.
• Patience for repetitive, precision-oriented work and willingness to adapt as project needs change.

Who Should Apply

Candidates based in Japan with a fully equipped home, reliable high-speed internet, and comfort wearing a VR headset for long sessions. You should enjoy precise, repetitive tasks and be able to follow detailed instructions while incorporating reviewer feedback.

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