Freelance: AI Data Annotation Specialist (ZA)

TELUS Digital; Soweto; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking detail-oriented freelancers as AI Data Annotation Specialists. You will annotate and label data crucial for AI training, ensuring quality while collaborating with an international team. This role offers flexible hours and competitive freelance rates ranging from $6–$18 USD per hour, based on your experience and location.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions.
• Reliable internet connection and ability to work independently.
• Basic understanding of AI or machine learning concepts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Annotate, label, and curate data for machine learning models.
• Gather and organize high-quality datasets for AI training.
• Review and validate data for precision and consistency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication in English

Job description

Help shape the future of AI! We’re seeking detail-oriented freelancers to join a global AI data annotation project. As an AI Data Annotation Specialist, you’ll annotate, label, and curate data that powers advanced machine learning models. Your work—tagging images, labeling text, or collecting documents—will directly impact the accuracy and performance of AI systems used worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Annotate & Label: Tag, categorize, and review text, images, and documents.
• Collect Data: Gather and organize high-quality datasets for AI training.
• Ensure Quality: Review and validate data for precision and consistency.
• Collaborate Globally: Work with an international team to hit project milestones.

Flexible Hours

• Work up to 10 hours per day, 40 hours per week—on your schedule.

Qualification Path

Basic Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow precise instructions.
• Reliable internet connection and ability to work independently.
• Prior experience in data annotation or labeling is a plus but not required.
• Basic understanding of AI or machine learning concepts is advantageous.
• Strong proficiency in English for clear communication and reporting.

Assessment

• Complete an initial qualification assessment to demonstrate suitability for the role.
• Provide ID verification for participation.

Payment

• Freelance rates range from $6–$18 USD per hour, depending on experience, geographic location, and project requirements.
• Payment is competitive and reflects the value of your contributions to AI training projects.

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