About the Role
What if your passion for film and visual storytelling could directly influence how AI understands the language of cinema? We're looking for Film Scene Description Specialists to watch short video clips and translate what they see into rich, structured, beat-by-beat descriptions — helping cutting-edge AI systems learn how scenes are composed, paced, and emotionally communicated.
This is a fully remote, flexible contract role open to anyone with a strong visual sensibility and a knack for clear, descriptive writing. No professional film industry experience required — just a genuine interest in how stories are told on screen.
- Organization: Alignerr
- Type: Hourly Contract
- Location: Remote
- Commitment: 10–40 hours/week
What You'll Do
- Watch short film and video clips and break each scene into structured visual beats
- Describe camera angles, movement, framing, pacing, blocking, and spatial relationships
- Capture mood, tone, and emotional intent using purely visual indicators — no dialogue references
- Produce clean, consistent scene summaries and beat-by-beat breakdowns following standardized formatting
- Re-watch clips as needed to ensure precision and accuracy
- Maintain quality and consistency across a high volume of scene descriptions
Who You Are
- Genuinely interested in film, television, or visual storytelling
- Able to articulate what you see on screen in clear, structured prose
- Strong descriptive writing skills with an eye for detail
- Comfortable working methodically and independently on task-based assignments
- Self-motivated and consistent when working at volume
- No professional filmmaking or cinematography background required
Nice to Have
- Background in film studies, screenwriting, photography, or media production
- Experience with shot composition, editing theory, or visual narrative
- Familiarity with film terminology (e.g., mise-en-scène, coverage, eyeline)
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 shapes how technology perceives and interprets visual media
- Potential for ongoing work and contract extension as new projects launch