Is this job worth applying to?

Pay

Above typicalTops out at $140/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 1d ago. Still listed on micro1 on Nov 6, 2026.

Where you live

Not statedThe listing names no country.

The job description

Job Summary

micro1 is recruiting sibling pairs or groups to participate in a paid photo data collection project supporting the development and evaluation of artificial intelligence (AI) systems.

What you'll do:

Each sibling takes and submits 30 selfies and 60 videos of themselves (individually and/or together) following simple project instructions.
Each sibling completes a short questionnaire about themselves and the submitted images.
Complete the project remotely using your own smartphones.

Who we're looking for:

The project is designed to create a dataset representing people from a broad range of racial and ethnic backgrounds and physical appearances, including data that helps AI systems better understand visual similarity between family members. We are seeking participation from siblings (2 or more) across many different communities and backgrounds.

Religious and cultural attire:

Participants are welcome to wear religious or cultural attire and accessories in their photos, including but not limited to hijabs, turbans, kippahs, and religious jewelry. These are fully accepted, and there is no need to remove them. We want the dataset to reflect how people actually present themselves.

Sibling groups of all racial and ethnic backgrounds are welcome to apply.

Compensation: u$140 per approved task, per participant

Eligibility: 18+ / NAMER, LATAM, EMEA / smartphone / must have at least one sibling willing to also participate

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.