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Pay

About typicalTops out at $70/hr. The typical top rate across 47 priced images listings is $70/hr.

Getting in

Some screening~30–45 min: profile + AI interview. Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview.

Steady work

Work is patchyLong waits between tasks are common.

Payout record

Some delaysSchedule: twice a month. Paid via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments).

Freshness

FreshPosted 3d ago. Still listed on micro1 on Nov 6, 2026.

Where you live

Not statedThe listing names no country.

The job description

micro1 is looking for experienced Krita specialists to support an AI training project. In this role, you will use Krita to complete real-world digital illustration and design tasks and explain your workflows step by step. Your expertise will help improve how AI systems understand digital art and illustration.

Scope of Work

Create and edit digital illustrations and artwork using Krita.
Work with digital painting, character design, and concept art.
Use brushes, layers, masks, and color management tools.
Create and refine 2D animations and visual assets.
Complete advanced Krita tasks and explain your workflows step by step.
Create clear instructions and detailed prompts for digital art workflows.

Requirements

Strong professional hands-on experience using Krita.
Experience with digital painting, illustration, and concept art.
Good understanding of brushes, layers, masks, and digital art techniques.
Ability to create high-quality digital artwork and visual assets.
Access to Krita and ability to record your screen while completing tasks.
English proficiency at B2 level or higher.
Ability to explain creative workflows clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

A portfolio demonstrating digital illustration or concept art experience.
A relevant master's degree or PhD in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or a related field.
Previous Human Data experience, such as data annotation, RLHF, or AI model evaluation.
Experience with character design, 2D animation, or game art.
Professional experience in digital illustration or graphic design.

How do you apply to micro1?

Apply on micro1

The Apply button opens this post on micro1's own site. You apply with them, not with Rubric. Budget about 30–45 min: profile + AI interview.

Get through screening

What micro1 asks for after you apply:

Do the AI interview with Zara on a computer (not a phone)
Take any skill assessment and verify your identity
Wait to be matched to a project and sign the contract

Start work and get paid

Pay schedule: twice a month. Paid via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments). You're paid for the work they hand out, not a fixed salary.

micro1 also needs

Computer with webcam and mic for the AI interview
Relevant degree or work history for expert roles

Red flags

Red flagWeeks of silence after the AI interview
Red flagContracts signed but no onboarding or tasks
Red flagProjects ending or changing scope without notice

What is micro1 like to work for?

Recruiting company that vets experts with an AI interviewer (Zara) and staffs them on contract AI-training and evaluation projects for AI labs.

Advertised pay	$15–135/hr
Getting in	Some screening
Application takes	~30–45 min: profile + AI interview
How you get paid	Twice a month, via micro1 platform wallet (contractor payments)
Payout record	Some delays
Countries	Recruits globally with heavy hiring in South Asia, Southeast Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe; India-based applicants are eligible for many roles.

Generalist and annotation roles start around $15–30/hr; coding, STEM and law/medicine roles commonly list $40–90/hr and occasionally more.