Flexible Content Writer

Outlier; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Weekly payouts

Job summary

Outlier, a platform owned and operated by Scale AI, is seeking English speakers to contribute data for AI training. This freelance role offers remote, flexible hours with a base rate up to $15/hour USD and weekly payouts.

You will create high-quality prompts, evaluate AI outputs, and collaborate across projects depending on your skills. International candidates may apply, with no visa sponsorship offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to develop complex prompts for AI systems.
• Skill in evaluating AI outputs with clear criteria.
• Strong writing and communication to explain decisions.

Responsibilities

• Adopt a user mindset to generate data supporting AI training.
• Evaluate model responses and rank them by quality.
• Contribute across projects based on skill and workload.

Skills

Prompt engineering

Analytical thinking

Writing clarity

Job description

*Earn up to $15/hour + performance bonuses. Work remotely and flexibly.*

Outlier, a platform owned and operated by Scale AI, is looking for* English speakers* to contribute their expertise toward training and refining cutting-edge AI systems. If you’re passionate about improving models and excited by the future of AI, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

What You’ll Do

• *Adopt a “user mindset” *to produce natural* *data to meet the realistic needs* *you have or would use AI for.
• *Evaluate AI outputs* by reviewing and ranking responses from large language models.
• *Contribute across projects* depending on your specific skillset and experience.

What We’re Looking For

• *Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills*: Ability to develop complex, professional-level prompts and evaluate nuanced AI reasoning.
• *Strong Writing*: Clear, concise, and engaging writing to explain decisions or critique responses.
• *Attention to Detail*: Commitment to accuracy and ability to assess technical aspects of model outputs.

Nice to Have

• Experience in fields like literature, creative writing, history, philosophy, theology, etc.
• Prior writing or editorial experience (content strategist, technical writer, editor, etc.).
• Interest or background in AI, machine learning, or creative tech tools.

Pay & Logistics

• *Base Rate*: Up to $15/hour USD, depending on experience.
• *Bonuses*: Additional pay available based on project performance.
• *Type*: Freelance/1099 contract — not an internship.
• *Location*: 100% remote
• *Schedule*: Flexible hours — you choose when and how much to work.
• *Payouts*: Weekly via our secure platform.
• This is a freelance position that is paid on a per-hour basis.* We don’t offer internships as this is a freelance role. You also must be authorized to work in your country of residence, and *we will not *be providing sponsorship since this is a 1099 contract opportunity. However, if you are an international student, you may be able to sign up if you are on a visa. You should contact your tax/immigration advisor with specific questions regarding your circumstances. We are unable to provide any documentation supporting employment at this time. Please be advised that compensation rates may differ for non-US locations.

Job Criteria

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Technology, Information and Internet