Video Annotator

Tgtc; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 275,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

The Global Talent Co. is seeking detail-oriented Video Annotators for a Vision-Language-Action dataset project. You will watch short video clips of tasks, segment them into steps, and write precise, actionable instructions for each segment. Strong English, excellent attention to detail, and ability to follow guidelines are essential.

This fully remote, full-time role offers training on annotation platforms and requires independent work with strict adherence to timelines and quality targets.

Qualifications

• English proficiency at CEFR level C1 or higher.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to spot subtle scene changes.
• Strong written communication; describe actions concisely.
• Ability to work independently and follow detailed guidelines.
• Comfort with video-based annotation tools (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Watch videos in full to understand context before annotating.
• Segment videos into discrete steps and assign start/end times.
• Write clear, precise, step-by-step descriptions for each segment.
• Ensure consistent tense, tone, and phrasing across the dataset.
• Follow guidelines and incorporate reviewer feedback.
• Maintain confidentiality and meet productivity targets.

Skills

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Written communication

Independent work

Video annotation tools

Tools

CVAT

Label Studio

Scale

Job description

Location: Fully Remote Schedule: Full-Time, Remote

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About The Role

We are looking for detail-oriented Video Annotators to support a Vision-Language-Action (VLA) dataset project. In this role, you will watch short video clips of physical tasks/activities and produce event-level annotations by segmenting each video into meaningful steps and writing clear, precise natural-language instructions describing the action taking place in each segment.

Key Responsibilities

• Watch assigned videos in full before beginning annotation to understand the overall task and context.
• Segment each video into discrete, logical steps/events based on visible action boundaries.
• Write clear, concise, and grammatically correct step-by-step descriptions for each segment, accurately reflecting what is happening on screen.
• Ensure annotations are action-oriented, unambiguous, and consistent in tense, tone, and phrasing across the dataset.
• Assign accurate start and end timestamps for each segment.
• Follow annotation guidelines, taxonomies, and style guides provided by the project team.
• Flag videos that are unclear, corrupted, mislabeled, or otherwise unsuitable for annotation.
• Participate in calibration sessions and incorporate reviewer/QA feedback to improve annotation quality and consistency.
• Meet daily/weekly productivity and quality targets without compromising accuracy.Maintain confidentiality of all project data and materials.

Required Qualifications

• English Proficiency: C1 level (CEFR) or above — strong command of grammar, vocabulary, and sentence construction is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to spot subtle changes in visual scenes.
• Strong written communication skills; ability to describe actions concisely and precisely.
• Comfort working with video-based tools and annotation software (training provided).
• Ability to work independently, follow detailed guidelines, and maintain consistency over repetitive tasks.
• Reliable internet connection and access to a computer with a modern browser.
• Basic computer literacy (file handling, web-based tools, spreadsheets).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in data annotation, labeling, transcription, or content moderation.
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, especially computer vision, NLP, or robotics datasets.
• Experience writing instructional or procedural content (how-to guides, SOPs, recipes).Exposure to annotation platforms (e.g., CVAT, Label Studio, Scale, or similar tools).

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