Office-based Video Data Contributor (Part-time)

About the Role

We're hiring contractors to participate in structured recording and data collection sessions that support our artificial intelligence, robotics, machine learning, and research initiatives. In this role, you'll help us capture real-world human activities, object interactions, food preparation, movement patterns, and task-oriented workflows across a variety of controlled or simulated environments — including office, retail, residential-style, kitchen, storage, workshop, laboratory, and tabletop settings.

Most sessions take place at our main office, but you may occasionally be dispatched to nearby filming locations as projects require.

Compensation

$20 per hour, paid for all approved hours worked

Pre-approved travel expenses reimbursed for nearby-location sessions

Schedule & Participation

Typical recording sessions run two (2) to four (4) hours

Standard session windows:

Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Scheduling is flexible and based on project availability and operational needs

Consistent weekly participation is strongly preferred

Additional session opportunities may be offered based on reliability, availability, operational needs, and project demand

What You'll Do

Participate in guided task sessions, which may include:

Object handling, manipulation, sorting, and organizing

Cleaning, wiping, and surface care

Packaging, unpackaging, assembly, and disassembly

Carrying, lifting, and repositioning objects

Movement-based and tabletop manipulation workflows

Simulated workplace, operational, or household activities

**Tasks vary based on project needs, environment, and equipment setup.**

Perform food preparation activities in residential- or commercial-style kitchen settings, including:

Washing, peeling, trimming, and inspecting fresh produce

Cutting, chopping, slicing, dicing, and mincing ingredients with standard kitchen knives

Measuring, weighing, and portioning per provided recipes

Mixing, stirring, whisking, folding, and kneading by hand or with handheld tools

Operating small kitchen appliances (blenders, food processors, stand mixers, toasters, kettles, microwaves, coffee makers) under safe-use conditions

Stovetop, oven, and other heat-based cooking when expressly permitted by session instructions

Plating, garnishing, portioning, and arranging food for service or photography

Packaging prepared food and beverages for storage or transport

Setting tables, serving food, and clearing dishware

Washing, drying, sanitizing, and storing kitchen tools and surfaces

Stocking and rotating pantry, refrigerator, and kitchen storage

Disposing of food waste and recyclables per site procedures

Participate in recording sessions while wearing or operating lightweight equipment such as:

Head-, chest-, and wrist-mounted cameras

Motion capture devices

Audio capture equipment

Environmental or sensor-based recording devices

You may also be asked to:

Start, stop, and verify recording status and quality

Reposition or adjust assigned equipment

Help with basic equipment prep, charging, calibration, storage, and reset

Participate in prototype, workflow, or equipment trials

Identify and communicate technical issues, usability concerns, or operational inconsistencies

Provide feedback on recording workflows, task clarity, equipment comfort, and session experience

Assist onsite staff with basic debugging, troubleshooting, or validation when requested

Support operational workflows by:

Following session instructions from project coordinators and onsite staff

Staying engaged and attentive throughout active recording periods

Communicating clearly about operational or technical issues

Sharing feedback on workflow clarity, equipment usability, and session procedures

Travel to nearby filming locations as needed, which may include local retail spaces, residential-style settings, partner-operated environments, kitchens, workshops, or other pre-approved venues within reasonable travel distance of the main office. When dispatched, you'll:

Confirm the location assignment and reporting time in advance

Arrive on time and ready to begin

Follow all site-specific access, safety, and conduct procedures

Transport assigned equipment with care and return it to the Company afterward

Limit recording to pre-approved areas and individuals

Promptly report any incident, safety concern, or operational issue

Travel time, expense reimbursement, and any additional terms will be communicated in advance of each dispatch. You may decline a specific nearby-location assignment without penalty, subject to performance and participation standards.

Who You Are

Comfort performing a wide range of physical tasks, including kitchen and food preparation work

Willingness to wear lightweight recording equipment for extended periods

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured instructions

Reliability, punctuality, and clear communication

Flexibility to participate in varied environments and task types

Ability to provide constructive feedback on workflows and equipment

Who Can ApplyWe welcome people from all backgrounds. If you’re reliable, comfortable on camera, and looking for flexible, hands-on work, we encourage you to apply—even if you’re not sure you meet every requirement.

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Know More About Workstream

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Additional Information

Workstream provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.