Remote Household Data Specialist - Video Capture (Japan)

What you would do

• Perform everyday manipulation tasks like picking objects and opening containers while wearing VR headset and hand-tracking gloves
• Record high-quality video demonstrations that meet detailed project specifications
• Reset physical environments between task attempts and verify data quality before submission
• Incorporate feedback from project reviewers to iteratively improve recording technique
• Communicate issues with equipment, instructions, or recordings to the project lead

Who they want

• Keen attention to detail and ability to follow complex specifications precisely
• Strong hand-eye coordination and demonstrated proficiency in executing fine-motor tasks across different home environments
• Comfortable wearing VR headset for extended periods and managing wearable equipment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with openness to prompt feedback
• Reliable access to stable high-speed internet for uploading large video files

Main skills

What the interview asks about

1. 1.Task specification precision

   Even small deviations from instructions degrade training data; the AI learns from exact recordings of correct technique.

   For example: “You're told to use only thumb and two fingers for a grip, but you could do it faster with your full hand. Why follow the exact specification?”

2. 2.Quality assessment and resubmission

   Recognizing when your own work doesn't meet standards prevents garbage training data from entering the model.

   For example: “After recording five takes of opening a container, you notice your third take has a glare on the camera and blurred hand motion. How do you decide whether to resubmit or mark it as rejected?”

3. 3.VR headset and equipment tolerance

   The role requires hours of wearing specialized hardware; discomfort or tech anxiety will compromise your consistency.

   For example: “During your second hour wearing the VR headset, you notice eye fatigue and a slight pressure headache. The task queue still has three more hours. What do you do?”

4. 4.Feedback incorporation and adaptation

   The project evolves; reviewers spot patterns in your recordings and expect you to adjust your approach based on their input.

   For example: “A reviewer notes that on four consecutive recordings, your hand movements look rushed during the final step. They suggest you slow down and focus on smooth motion. How do you apply this feedback to your next session?”

5. 5.Proactive issue reporting

   Equipment failures or ambiguous instructions multiply across all contractors, wasting time; early reporting saves the whole project.

   For example: “During a recording, the hand-tracking gloves lose calibration midway through a task. You can still see your hand and complete the motion, but you know the data quality is compromised. Do you submit the file or report it?”

A task you may get

Perform a simulated household task (e.g., placing small objects in order, opening a container) following a detailed written protocol, then describe what made you confident the recording met the standard.

How to prepare

• Practice picking up and manipulating household objects (glasses, containers, utensils) with precision to understand fine motor demands
• Review videos of hand movements for smoothness, consistency, and adherence to a specific sequence
• Set up a recording space at home with good lighting and stable internet to test upload speed for large video files

The facts

Pay

$15/hr

Open to

Bangladesh, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, 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

Field

Robotics

Role type

Robotics

Posted

7/24/2026

Places left

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