AI Trainer – Freelance Data Annotator

Toloka

General Freelance
Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, New Zealand, Vietnam, South Korea
Up to $18/hr
March 22, 2026

Job Description

About the Role

Toloka is recruiting Freelance AI Trainers (Data Annotators) across Asia-Pacific to support AI training projects involving text, image, and video data.

This is a remote, project-based opportunity where you’ll evaluate and label data to improve AI system performance.

Responsibilities

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  • Review and analyze data (text, images, videos)
  • Label and categorize content based on structured guidelines
  • Evaluate and compare AI-generated responses
  • Identify and flag:
  • Incorrect or misleading information
  • Sensitive or inappropriate content
  • Ambiguous or unclear outputs
  • Maintain consistency and accuracy across tasks

Important Note

  • Work is project-based (not guaranteed steady work)
  • Tasks depend on project availability
  • Contributors may be assigned to multiple projects based on performance

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
  • Minimum 1 year of professional experience
  • Advanced English proficiency (C1 or higher)
  • Strong:
  • Logical reasoning
  • Fact-checking ability
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to follow complex guidelines accurately
  • Good written communication skills
  • Interest in AI and emerging technologies

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Compensation

  • Up to $18/hour equivalent
  • Rates vary depending on:
  • Task complexity
  • Project type
  • Output quality

Role Details

  • Remote (APAC-based candidates only)
  • Flexible, part-time schedule
  • Work availability depends on active projects

Why Join Toloka

  • Flexible remote work
  • Higher earning potential compared to similar entry-level AI roles
  • Gain hands-on experience in AI training and evaluation
  • Build skills in annotation, QA, and AI workflows
  • Contribute to globally used AI systems

About Toloka

Toloka is a global platform that connects contributors with AI training tasks such as data annotation, evaluation, and content moderation. It enables individuals worldwide to help build and improve advanced AI systems.

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Job Summary

Company Toloka
Location Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, New Zealand, Vietnam, South Korea
Type Freelance
Category General
Salary Up to $18/hr

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Does Toloka offer remote work?
Yes, Toloka offers remote work opportunities. Most tasks and positions can be completed from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and a computer or smartphone. Specific location requirements may vary by project or role, so check individual listings for details.
How does Toloka pay its workers?
Payment methods and schedules vary. Common payment options include PayPal, bank transfers, Payoneer, and other digital payment platforms. Visit Toloka's official website or check their payment/FAQ section for specific details about payment methods, minimum thresholds, and payout schedules.
What skills do I need to work with Toloka?
Required skills vary by role and project. Generally, you'll need a reliable internet connection, basic computer literacy, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. Some positions may require specialized expertise, language proficiency, or technical qualifications. Check individual job listings for specific requirements.
What types of tasks are available on Toloka?
Toloka offers a wide variety of microtasks focused on training AI models. Common tasks include image annotation and labeling, text classification, audio transcription, video labeling, semantic segmentation, bounding box annotation, search relevance evaluation, content quality assessment, named entity recognition, sentiment analysis, and rating AI-generated responses. The platform also supports multi-turn evaluations and comparative assessments for LLM training.
How much can I earn on Toloka?
Earnings on Toloka vary by task type, your location, and the speed and accuracy of your work. Individual microtasks typically pay $0.01–$0.10 each, with hourly equivalents of $2–$8. Specialized tasks can pay up to $18/hr. Casual users might earn $10–$30/month, consistent users $50–$100/month, and highly active users $150–$300/month. Full-time internal roles offer salaries of $41K–$81K annually. Toloka microtasks are best viewed as supplemental income.
Who owns Toloka and what is its corporate structure?
Toloka AI operates as a subsidiary of Nebius Group NV (formerly a part of Yandex's international segment). Founded in 2014 by Olga Megorskaya, the company sold its Russian operations in 2024 to focus on global generative AI markets. In May 2025, it raised $72 million led by Bezos Expeditions. The company has offices in Amsterdam and Lucerne, with a distributed team across 100+ countries.