Face Video Collection Project

About the Project

We are looking for participants to take part in a short face-video data collection project for AI/ML-related development.

The activity is simple and requires you to record one short video (10–20 seconds) using a front-facing camera.

Eligibility

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be located in the required project country.
• Must be able to follow the recording instructions.
• Must have a phone, tablet, laptop or desktop with a camera that meets the required video quality.
• Your full face, head and both eyes must remain clearly visible during the recording.
• Each participant can submit only one video.

Recording Activity

During the recording:

1. Sit or stand directly in front of the camera.
2. Imagine 5–7 dots positioned within the camera frame.
3. Move your nose towards each imaginary dot, as if connecting them.
4. Pause for approximately 1 second at each dot.
5. Move your whole head naturally, along with your eyes.
6. Look naturally towards the next imaginary dot.
7. Avoid circular or exaggerated head movements.
8. Keep your complete face and head within the camera frame throughout.

Camera & Video Requirements

• Front-facing camera only
• Camera positioned approximately at eye level
• Minimum 720p resolution
• Minimum 30 FPS
• Video duration: 10–20 seconds
• Format: MP4 or MOV

Device orientation:

• Phone: Vertical
• Tablet: Vertical or horizontal
• Laptop/Desktop: Horizontal

Phones/tablets should be within 7 years of age and capable of meeting the required video quality.

Recording Environment

You may record indoors or outdoors.

The recording may use:

• Bright daylight
• Artificial light
• Low light
• Mixed lighting

Your face must remain clearly visible. Avoid excessive darkness, glare, overexposure or strong shadows.

Background

• Only one participant should appear in the video.
• Avoid having other visible faces or people in the background.
• Keep the background as clear as possible.

Appearance & Accessories

The project includes different skin-tone categories, which will be classified using the Monk Skin Tone Scale.

Approved accessories include:

• No accessory
• Headscarf
• Skullcap
• Islamic cap
• Hijab
• Turban
• Saudi headgear

Your face and eyes must remain clearly visible.

Not Allowed

The following are strictly prohibited:

• Hats or unapproved caps
• Sunglasses
• Face coverings that hide facial features
• Face filters
• Beauty filters
• AR effects
• Face-swapping effects
• AI-generated or deepfake videos
• Digitally manipulated videos
• Reused or duplicate videos

Important

Your video may be rejected if:

• The video is shorter than 10 seconds or longer than 20 seconds.
• Resolution is below 720p or frame rate is below 30 FPS.
• The face, head or eyes are partially outside the frame.
• The required head movement is not followed.
• The recording contains prohibited filters/accessories.
• The video is duplicated, reused or digitally manipulated.
• Lighting prevents the face from being clearly assessed.

Only one valid video should be submitted per participant.

Screening & Qualification Details

• Date of Birth
• Which device you will use to record? (Phone, Tablet, Laptop, Desktop)
• What is you age?
• What is your Skin tone (Light, Medium, Dark)