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David Careers

Data Annotator

Posted 4 days ago

teksystemsBrooklyn (NY)
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About the role

Overview: In this contract-based role, you will perform video-based human labeling and annotation to capture behaviors, emotions, and nonverbal cues. You'll work within a rule-driven framework, ensuring consistent, high-quality observations tied to exact moments in clips. You will adapt to changing priorities and provide concise, evidence-based rationales. This remote opportunity emphasizes careful analysis, calibration, and thoughtful interpretation in a fast-paced environment. Compensation / Benefits Medical, dental & vision 401(k) retirement plan Life insurance Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits for employees
Responsibilities:
  • Annotate behavior in video data, including emotion, intent, and nonverbal cues
  • Maintain guideline adherence and calibration/QA discipline
  • Note micro-behaviors and tie observations to specific moments in clips
  • Operate with speed and accuracy under imperfect information
  • Provide concise, evidence-based rationales grounded in observable cues
  • Adapt to changing taxonomies and priorities
  • Ask clarifying questions and improve consistency through calibration outcomes
  • Demonstrate empathy, neutrality, and cultural awareness in labeling
Key requirements:
  • Data annotation experience
  • Video annotation experience preferred
  • Academic background in Psychology, Behavioral Science, or Creative Writing
  • Fast decision-making with imperfect information
  • Strong attention to visual detail
  • Comfort with ambiguity
  • Analytical writing for rationale grounded in observations
  • Empathy and neutrality in interpretation
  • Research-oriented and coachable with calibration feedback
  • Adaptability and resilience to changing priorities
  • Open-mindedness and problem-solving mindset
  • Location in the US for a remote contract role
  • Contractual, 8 weeks with possible extension
  • EmpathyNeutralityAdaptabilityVideo annotation
  • Edge-case handling
  • Calibration and QA processes

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