Cinematic / Video Annotation Specialist

Job Title: Cinematic / Video Annotation Specialist

Job Type: Contract (Full-Time or Part-time)

Location: Remote

Job Summary

Join our customer's team as a Cinematic / Video Annotation Specialist and shape the future of visual storytelling for cutting-edge AI applications. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in cinematography and film to analyze and annotate video clips, ensuring that captions accurately capture complex visual narratives. This opportunity is ideal for creative professionals passionate about describing onscreen elements with precision and cinematic insight.

Key Responsibilities

1. Analyze short video clips from diverse audiovisual sources, focusing on scene description rather than transcription.
2. Review and refine AI-generated captions to enhance accuracy in depicting shot types, camera movements, character actions, scene layouts, and nuanced visual details.
3. Apply and maintain consistent cinematic terminology throughout all annotations, ensuring clarity and precision.
4. Collaborate closely with the remote team, synthesizing feedback to continuously improve annotation quality.
5. Guarantee that all descriptions support the storytelling intent and reflect professional filmmaking standards.
6. Demonstrate meticulous attention to visual detail, maintaining consistency and accuracy across multiple scenes.
7. Deliver high-quality written annotations within defined timelines for an intense, fast-paced project environment.

Required Skills and Qualifications

1. Professional or academic background in cinematography, filmmaking, or related visual storytelling fields.
2. Proven experience in roles such as Cinematographer, Camera Operator, Film/Video Editor, Storyboard Artist, Pre-Visualization Artist, Director, Script Supervisor, Film Critic, Media Analyst, Media Production Assistant, Animator, or similar.
3. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex visuals into clear, descriptive language.
4. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in every annotation.
5. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote setting.
6. English language proficiency at Native or C2 level.
7. Availability to dedicate at least 30 hours per week for an estimated 2–4 week project duration.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience annotating or captioning video content for AI, research, or media production purposes.
2. Familiarity with AI-generated content and iterative feedback processes.
3. Background in film studies or visual arts research with an emphasis on cinematic analysis.