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Pay

Below typicalTops out at $21/hr. The typical top rate across 27 priced video listings is $50/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 2d ago. Still listed on micro1 on Nov 6, 2026.

Where you live

Named countries onlyOpen in Japan.

The job description

Job Type: Contractor

Job Summary

Help train the next generation of personal robotics. You'll capture high-quality video demonstrations of everyday household tasks using a UMI gripper, a wearable device that mimics a robot's hand while letting you perform tasks naturally. Your demonstrations become training data that teaches robots how to operate in real homes.

Key Responsibilities

Capture and submit high-quality, specification-compliant video demonstrations of everyday household tasks using a UMI gripper wearable device.
Follow detailed, task-specific instructions to ensure all recordings meet rigorous project standards.
Review feedback from assigned reviewers and iteratively refine your approach to improve data quality.
Operate and set up recording equipment and the UMI gripper to accurately mimic real-world hand movements while performing tasks.
Maintain a consistent weekly workflow to meet the minimum approved data requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Keen attention to detail and demonstrated ability to follow complex specifications precisely.
Manual dexterity and experience with physical task precision in varied household environments.
Comfort with operating, wearing, and setting up specialized devices and recording equipment.
Capacity to incorporate feedback and make iterative improvements to processes and outputs.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including openness to prompt feedback exchanges.
Reliable access to a fully equipped Japanese household environment (kitchen, living spaces, and common items).
Ability to upload large video files via stable, high-speed internet from your home environment.
This role involves prolonged use of a VR headset; candidates should be comfortable with extended wear as part of their regular work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Compensation structure

Start at a standard rate of $12/hour, with the opportunity to increase your effective hourly earnings to $21/hour as you become more efficient.

Compensation is based on completed video hours, so the faster you work while maintaining quality, the higher your effective hourly rate!

Start Timeline & Availability

We typically fill roles within 48 hours, so we're looking for teammates who are ready to jump in. If selected, we'd love for you to start your first task as soon as you move forward with your application. The expectation is to begin completing tasks within ~24 hours of completing onboarding.

Equipment Requirements

This project involves performing household tasks while wearing a VR headset and a pair of wearable hand-tracking gloves that capture your hand movements and the visual demonstration. All equipment will be shipped to you at no cost, with full setup and usage instructions provided during onboarding. Please ensure your home environment meets the space, lighting, and connectivity requirements covered during onboarding.

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.