Egocentric Video Data Collection Specialist

About OpenTrain AI

OpenTrain AI is the #1 platform for finding and building careers in AI training and data labeling. We connect contributors to flexible, remote projects where people directly shape how modern AI systems behave.

Why this AI training work matters

Human-collected examples are how AI and humanoid robots learn to perform everyday tasks. By capturing first-person video of normal activities, you help train models to understand human movement, object use, and task context — work that enables the next generation of assistive and robotic systems.

The role

We’re hiring Egocentric Video Data Collection Specialists to record POV (first-person) video of routine activities from a head-mounted smartphone or smart glasses. This is entry-level, contractor work with onboarding and clear recording guidelines provided.

• Record raw, unedited first-person video of everyday tasks (cooking, cleaning, organizing, desk work, errands, etc.).
• Work remotely from your home or workspace environment while keeping hands and objects visible in frame.

What you’ll do

• Wear a head-mounted smartphone or smart glasses and record POV footage while performing normal daily activities.
• Follow simple recording guidelines to ensure tasks, hands, and objects are visible and captured consistently.
• Upload raw, unedited video files through the provided upload process.
• Complete assignments for multiple activities as requested during onboarding.

Requirements

• Own a smartphone compatible with head-mounted recording or access to smart glasses.
• Access to a real home or workspace where normal daily activities can be recorded.
• Ability to follow detailed recording instructions and stick to guidelines.
• Reliable, detail-oriented approach to capturing and uploading footage on schedule.
• No prior technical experience required; training and onboarding will be provided.

Compensation, schedule, and employment type

This is contract, part-time work paid per hour. Pay rate: $6 USD per hour. Expected time commitment: 20+ hours per week, though specific schedules are flexible within assignment windows.

• Payment type: Pay per hour (USD).
• Employment types: Contractor, Part-time.
• Data collected: Video (first-person egocentric).

How to apply and next steps

Create a free OpenTrain account, complete your profile, and apply to this project. If selected, you’ll receive onboarding materials and recording guidelines explaining device setup, framing, activity lists, and upload procedures.

• Eligible countries: United States (US), Canada (CA), Brazil (BR), Mexico (MX), Argentina (AR), Colombia (CO), Indonesia (ID), Malaysia (MY).
• Be prepared to demonstrate basic recording setup during onboarding.