Writer | $45.5/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A remote innovative media company is seeking a Generalist Video Captioning Expert to provide high-quality video annotations. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills and attention to detail. This mid-senior level position requires experience in related roles and offers flexible hours for the contract duration. Join the team to contribute your expertise in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in roles like movie producer, film editor, or media analyst.
• Ability to document findings clearly and concisely.
• Adaptable in multi-round review cycles.

Responsibilities

• Generate concise annotations from video content.
• Refine processes to ensure high-quality annotations.
• Collaborate with the project team for accuracy.

Skills

Analytical judgment

Attention to detail

Good written and verbal communication

Job description

Overview

Writer | $45.5/hr Remote at Crossing Hurdles. This range is provided by Crossing Hurdles. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Position

Generalist Video Captioning Expert – AI Research Contributor

Type

Hourly Contract (Remote)

Compensation

$45.5/hour

Location

Remote

Duration

Flexible (minimum 10–20 hrs/week for 4–5 weeks, with potential for extension)

Requirements

• Experience in one or more of the following roles: movie producer, film editor, screenwriter, archivist, film writer, video-tagging specialist, media analyst, or generalist content annotator
• Strong analytical judgment in deciding which attributes best describe a clip and how to express subtle narrative cues
• Attention to detail and the ability to document findings clearly and concisely for downstream reviewers
• Ability to excel in multi-round, collaborative review cycles
• Quick to adapt and follow precise instructions, adopting new taxonomies and annotation schemes
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Role

• Watch videos and generate concise, yet nuanced, annotations covering subjects, objects, environments, audio cues, temporal flow, mood, and storytelling elements
• Apply your analytical skills to decide which attributes best describe each video clip
• Collaborate with the project team to refine processes and ensure accurate, high-quality video annotations
• Follow linguistic, timing, or stylistic guidelines as provided by the research team

Application Process

• Submit your resume for consideration.
• Complete the Preference Selection Calibration Assessment as part of candidate calibration.
• Typical application review response time: 3–5 business days.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

• Research, Writing/Editing, and Art/Creative
• Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, Entertainment Providers, and Technology, Information and Media

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