Senior AI Video Trainer (US Based)

$20–$40/hr USDmicro1RemoteSelected countries only

At a glance

You compare and evaluate AI-generated videos, choosing the higher-quality one and writing detailed reasoning on composition, editing, pacing, motion graphics and storytelling. You need at least 2 years of hands-on experience in AI training, data labeling, rubrics or video annotation projects.

Summary written by AI from the original listing.

  • Remote · Contract role
  • Open to applicants in 58 countries, including United States, United Kingdom, Canada
  • Pays less than the typical $47/hr USD for similar roles on micro1 See how this pay compares ↓
  • Posted Nov 9, 2026 · 300 openings reported

About the role

Role Title: Senior AI Video Trainer (US Based)

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

micro1 is engaging Senior AI Video Trainers (US Based) to participate in a transformative AI project for a leading customer. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input.

Scope of Work

  • Compare and evaluate AI-generated videos, exercising professional judgment to select the higher-quality videos.
  • Document detailed written reasoning justifying selection decisions, focusing on elements such as composition, editing, pacing, motion graphics, and storytelling.
  • Utilize video annotation tools to provide precise feedback and highlight specific aspects of video performance.
  • Contribute to the ongoing refinement of video quality standards and evaluation guidelines for AI model development.
  • Collaborate with other professionals and provide occasional verbal feedback or clarification when required.
  • Demonstrate patience, a meticulous approach, and attention to detail in all evaluations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2+ years of hands-on experience in AI training, data labeling, rubrics, or video annotation projects.
  • Professional expertise in video editing, filmmaking, motion graphics, visual effects, or related creative video production disciplines.
  • Proven background as a director, cinematographer, video editor, VFX artist, or motion graphics specialist is highly valued.
  • Familiarity with current industry-standard tools for video editing and post-production (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve).
  • Demonstrated precision, patience, and a strong visual literacy for both technical and narrative video elements.

Skills

Video EditingFilmmakingVideo AnnotationAI TrainingMotion Graphics
Applicant countries
Selected countries only

Eligible countries: Bangladesh, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan.

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Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, United States, Canada, Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, Ethiopia

Openings reported
300
Work arrangement
Remote
Advertised job location
Not specified
Originally posted
2026-11-09
Last checked

How this pay compares

Design: typical hourly pay on each platform, November 2026.

This role $20–$40/hr USDTypical on micro1 $47/hr USDTypical across platforms $55/hr USD

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Based on 104 hourly-paid roles listed in November 2026. Per-task and project rates are not included. Each platform sets its own pay.

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