Freelance Writer – Part Time

Outlier; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Weekly payouts

Bonuses possible

Job summary

Outlier, a platform owned and operated by Scale AI, seeks English speakers to contribute by producing natural data to train and refine AI systems. This is a freelance, 1099 contract with 100% remote work and flexible hours, paying up to $15 per hour USD based on experience and project performance.

You’ll review AI outputs, develop prompts, and contribute across projects according to your skills. This role is ideal for entry-level writers seeking flexible, part-time work with weekly payouts and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (or currently enrolled).
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to develop complex, professional-level prompts and evaluate nuanced AI reasoning.
• Strong writing with clear, concise explanations.
• Attention to detail for accuracy in model outputs.

Responsibilities

• Adopt a user mindset to produce natural data to meet 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.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strong writing

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

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

• *Education*: Bachelor’s degree or higher (or currently enrolled).
• *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: Part-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Technology, Information and Internet