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Posted 23 Sept 2026

Image Description Specialist

We're looking for Image Description Specialists to write rich, accurate descriptions of images that teach AI systems how to understand the visual world.

Türkiye$40–$120 per hour
Hiring companyAlignerr
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About the role

What if your eye for detail and gift for clear writing could help shape the future of artificial intelligence?

This is a fully remote, flexible contract role open to anyone with strong observational skills and a clear writing style. No photography, art, or technical background required — just a sharp eye and a commitment to quality work.

Why Join Us

  • Work on cutting-edge AI projects alongside leading research labs.
  • Fully remote and flexible — work when and where it suits you.
  • Freelance autonomy with the structure of meaningful, task-based work.
  • Contribute to AI development that directly shapes how technology perceives and understands the world.
  • Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch.

Responsibilities

  • Write detailed, accurate descriptions of a wide variety of images — including photographs, illustrations, diagrams, charts, and more.
  • Identify and describe key visual elements such as objects, scenes, actions, spatial relationships, and context.
  • Follow structured guidelines to ensure consistent format and appropriate level of detail.
  • Label and annotate visual content to support AI training workflows.
  • Maintain high accuracy and quality standards across large batches of images.
  • Work independently on task-based assignments at your own pace.

Required skills

  • Strong observational skills — you notice things others overlook.
  • Clear, descriptive writing ability with attention to precise language.
  • Detail-oriented and consistent, even across repetitive or high-volume tasks.
  • Self-motivated and reliable when working independently.
  • Comfortable working through diverse image types and subject matter.

Preferred skills

  • Background in writing, editing, journalism, or communications.
  • Experience with visual content, graphic design, or photography as a hobbyist or professional.
  • Familiarity with annotation tools or AI data platforms.

Experience and education

  • No prior AI, photography, or art experience required.

Schedule details

10–40 hours per week.

Eligibility

Work arrangement: Fully remote

Eligible countries: Türkiye

Compensation details

$40–$120 per hour.

More about the hiring companyAlignerr
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