POV Egocentric Video Contributor

1840 & Company; Christchurch; Remote; NZD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

1840 & Company is seeking individuals in Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand to become Home Activity Video Contributors. You will record everyday activities from home using provided camera equipment, upload videos via an app, and be paid per approved video hour. Higher rates are possible after 20+ approved hours in a week, with additional bonuses for those hours.

This is a remote contractor role based in New Zealand. City-wide participation is welcome, and no prior experience is required.

Qualifications

• No degree or previous experience is required.
• 18 years or older.
• Comfortable using a smartphone and simple camera equipment.
• Able to follow basic instructions.
• Comfortable recording activities inside your home.
• Reliable and able to submit videos regularly.
• Willing to take care of the camera equipment provided to you.

Responsibilities

• Wear or use the provided camera while doing everyday household activities.
• Record short videos, usually 10–15 minutes at a time.
• Follow simple instructions for each activity.
• Upload your videos through an app.
• Make sure your videos are clear and follow the instructions.
• Complete as many approved hours as you choose each week.
• You are paid based on the number of approved video hours you complete.

Skills

Planning

Time Management

Presentation Skills

Precision

Tools

Mobile App

Video Quality Review Tools

Video Upload Platform

Mobile File Management Tools

Internet Connectivity Tools

Smartphone

Job description

NZD 12.98 - 12.98 Hourly Entry Level Level Sales and Marketing

About the Job

We are seeking Home Activity Video Contributors / Egocentric Video Capture to participate in an innovative data collection project. As an independent contractor, you will have the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home on your own schedule, recording everyday household activities using specialized camera equipment provided by our team.Get paid to record your hands doing normal activities around your home using a camera that we provide. All required camera equipment is provided to approved contributors. You will receive instructions on how to connect the camera to the app and upload your videos.You are paid for video hours that are reviewed and approved. There is also an opportunity to earn a higher hourly rate when you complete 20 or more approved video hours in a week. Furthermore, contributors who complete 20 or more approved video hours within a week will be eligible for an additional hourly bonus, based on their market.

Responsibilities

• Wear or use the provided camera while doing everyday household activities.
• Record short videos, usually 10–15 minutes at a time.
• Follow simple instructions for each activity.
• Upload your videos through an app.
• Make sure your videos are clear and follow the instructions.
• Complete as many approved hours as you choose each week.
• You are paid based on the number of approved video hours you complete.

Examples of Activities:

You may be asked to record your hands while:

• Making breakfast, coffee, or tea.
• Eating a meal and cleaning up.
• Washing dishes and wiping kitchen counters.
• Doing laundry and folding clothes.
• Organizing a closet or drawers.
• Vacuuming, mopping, or dusting.
• Cleaning your kitchen or bathroom.
• Taking out the trash.
• These are normal household activities—you do not need any special skills or experience. The project instructions specify that activities should be natural and unscripted rather than acted or rushed.

Qualifications

• No degree or previous experience is required.
• 18 years or older.
• Comfortable using a smartphone and simple camera equipment.
• Able to follow basic instructions.
• Comfortable recording activities inside your home.
• Reliable and able to submit videos regularly.
• Willing to take care of the camera equipment provided to you.

Skills

Tools/Platforms

Mobile App Video Quality Review Tools Video Upload Platform Mobile File Management Tools Internet / Connectivity Tools Smartphone

Common Methodologies/Frameworks

Data Collection Guideline Compliance Task-Based Data Collection Video Quality Assurance Video Data Collection Human Activity Data Capture Natural / Unscripted Data Collection Data Submission & Validation Workflow

General Skills

Editing and Proofreading Video Editing Video Production

Soft Skills

Planning Time Management Presentation Skills Precision

Education & Experience

Experience

1+ Years

Additional Requirements

Technological Requirements Either Mac or Windows

Language English

City/Province/Country Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

About the Company

1840 & Company is a global organization focused on delivering innovative business solutions that help companies grow, scale, and succeed. Operating in over 150 countries, we support organizations through a range of workforce, operational, and business services designed to drive efficiency and long-term success.

Job Overview

Employment Type

Department

Sales and Marketing

Job Level

Entry Level

Location

Remote · Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Years of Experience

1+ Years

NZD 12.98 - 12.98 Hourly

Bonus

USD 1.5 - 1.5 Hourly