Freelance Writer – Work From Home

Outlier; Vancouver; Remote; 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 entry-level writers to contribute data for AI training. These freelance roles are 1099 contracts with 100% remote work and flexible hours. Base pay is up to $15/hour USD, with potential bonuses based on project performance.

Ideal candidates have strong writing, attention to detail, and the ability to craft prompts. Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment is preferred, with a willingness to work across diverse topics and projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (or enrolled).
• Analytical and problem-solving skills for complex prompts and evaluating AI reasoning.
• Strong writing to clearly explain decisions or critique responses.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in model outputs.

Responsibilities

• Adopt a user mindset to produce natural data for AI training.
• Evaluate AI outputs by reviewing and ranking responses from large language models.
• Contribute across projects based on your skills and experience.

Skills

Strong writing

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Prompt engineering

Literature/creative background

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: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Technology, Information and Internet