Data Annotation Generalist
About OpenTrain OpenTrain AI is the hiring and contracting organization for this role and the #1 platform for finding and building careers in AI training and data labeling. Create a free account, build your professional profile, and apply to opportunities that help you grow in this rapidly expanding field. This contractor opportunity is designed for people who value accuracy, communication, and practical experience with data annotation. About AI Training Work AI training is the human side of building artificial intelligence. People prepare and review examples so modern AI systems can learn from real-world information, including text, images, audio, and video. As a data annotation contributor, your careful classifications and feedback help create higher-quality datasets for systems that learn, reason, and perform.
- Remote work that can fit around other commitments
- A growing field connected to the development of modern AI systems
- Opportunities to build experience in data labeling and model development
The Role OpenTrain is seeking a Data Annotation Generalist to analyze and annotate varied text data using detailed project guidelines. You will apply classification labels consistently, resolve unclear cases, document edge cases, and share feedback that improves annotation processes. This is an entry-level, part-time contractor role requiring 20 or more hours per week. The work is available worldwide for contributors who can work in English.
- Job type: Part-time contractor
- Location: Worldwide and fully remote
- Time requirement: 20+ hours per week
- Data type: Text
- Primary label type: Classification
- Experience level: Entry level
- Pay: $30 to $80 per hour
What You'll Do
You will contribute to reliable dataset creation by following annotation standards carefully while using sound judgment in less straightforward cases. Clear written and verbal communication will help you coordinate with project leads and support ongoing process improvements.
- Annotate diverse text data with accurate, consistent, and relevant classifications
- Apply detailed project guidelines across assigned tasks
- Work through ambiguous cases with project leads and annotation standards
- Document observations, edge cases, and ideas for improving processes
- Provide feedback that strengthens annotation procedures over time
- Maintain close attention to detail and accuracy
- Communicate regularly in writing and verbally
Requirements
This role requires demonstrated experience in data annotation or a related field, along with the ability to work carefully and independently in a remote environment. You should be comfortable adapting as task guidelines evolve and handling a wide range of content and annotation scenarios.
- Demonstrated experience in data annotation or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- Ability to adapt to evolving project guidelines
- Capability to work independently in a remote setting
- A generalist mindset and comfort with diverse content
Why Build Your AI Training Career With OpenTrain AI training and data labeling offer an accessible way to participate in cutting-edge technology work. Contributors with strong attention to detail and dependable communication can develop practical experience while helping shape how AI systems behave. OpenTrain helps contributors discover relevant work, maintain a unified AI training portfolio, and track their project history and growth.
- Work with a team focused on high-quality AI training data
- Build a record of experience across annotation projects
- Develop skills in classification, quality control, and process feedback
- Pursue flexible freelance work from anywhere in the world
How to Apply
Create a free OpenTrain account, complete your profile with your annotation experience, and apply in minutes. If selected for this opportunity, you will work as a part-time contractor on text classification tasks while meeting the role's 20+ hour weekly commitment.
- Apply through OpenTrain
- Highlight your data annotation or related experience
- Confirm your availability for 20+ hours per week
- Show your accuracy, communication, and independent work skills