Is this job worth applying to?

Pay

Above typicalTops out at $120/hr. The typical top rate across 27 priced video listings is $50/hr.

Getting in

Hard to get in~1–2 hours of assessments. Valid government photo ID.

Steady work

Work is patchyFeast-or-famine project volume.

Payout record

Some delaysSchedule: weekly, by Friday for the prior Monday–Sunday. Paid via Stripe or PayPal (depends on country).

Freshness

RecentPosted 2w ago. Still listed on Alignerr on Nov 6, 2026.

Where you live

Not statedThe listing names no country.

The job description

About the Role

What if your sharp eye for visual detail could directly shape how AI understands the world through video? We're looking for Video Annotation Specialists to segment, label, and describe video content that powers the next generation of AI models — helping machines learn to see, interpret, and make sense of moving images.

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role open to anyone with strong visual attention and a methodical approach to work. No professional video or film experience required — just a keen eye, reliable focus, and a commitment to quality.

What You'll Do

Segment video content into individual shots and scenes with precision
Annotate camera angles, shot sizes, movement types, and on-screen actions
Apply labels and tags to video elements using predefined category systems
Flag ambiguous transitions, unclear shots, or edge cases that need review
Maintain high speed and accuracy across large-volume annotation workflows
Complete task-based assignments independently on your own schedule

Who You Are

Visually sharp — you notice subtle differences others might miss
Naturally detail-oriented with a consistent, methodical approach to repetitive tasks
Comfortable working in web-based labeling tools or spreadsheets
Self-motivated and reliable when working independently without supervision
Genuinely interested in video, film, or visual media
No prior video production, film, or AI experience required

Nice to Have

Background in film, photography, media studies, or visual arts
Experience with video editing software or media analysis
Familiarity with annotation tools or data labeling platforms
Prior work in quality assurance, content review, or data entry

Why Join Us

Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading research labs
Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you
Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, task-based work
Make a direct, tangible impact on how AI perceives and understands visual media
Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch

How do you apply to Alignerr?

Apply on Alignerr

The Apply button opens this post on Alignerr's own site. You apply with them, not with Rubric. Budget about 1–2 hours of assessments.

Get through screening

What Alignerr asks for after you apply:

Take the TestGorilla skills assessment (usually one attempt per role)
Verify your identity with Persona
Join the Alignerr Slack community
Set up payouts once you are assigned to a project

Start work and get paid

Pay schedule: weekly, by Friday for the prior Monday–Sunday. Paid via Stripe or PayPal (depends on country). You're paid for the work they hand out, not a fixed salary.

Alignerr also needs

Valid government photo ID
Degree or professional experience for expert roles
Webcam for proctored assessments on some roles

Red flags

Red flagLong gaps with no project after passing
Red flagWorker reports of delayed or withheld payments on Glassdoor

What is Alignerr like to work for?

Labelbox's contractor network, which hires generalists and domain experts to label data and write and grade AI training tasks.

Advertised pay	$15–150/hr
Getting in	Hard to get in
Application takes	~1–2 hours of assessments
How you get paid	Weekly, by Friday for the prior Monday–Sunday, via Stripe or PayPal (depends on country)
Payout record	Some delays
Countries	Accepts most countries but blocks signups from about two dozen; posts India-specific roles such as Hindi, Telugu and Indian-English language and cultural review work.

Generalist and bilingual work is around $15–20/hr, coding QA $30–40/hr, and senior software, advanced math, medical and law roles $70–150/hr; some projects pay per approved task.