Office-based Video Data Contributor (Part-time)
WorkstreamSan Francisco/Menlo ParkPosted 26 March 2026
Job Description
Workstream is a mission-driven company building the all-in-one HR, payroll, and hiring platform for managing the hourly workforce. There are 2.7 billion hourly workers, making up 80% of the global workforce, but this market has been heavily underserved by technology and deserves better. Workstream has been purpose-built for the hourly workforce from day one so that these businesses and their employees can thrive.
Our customers include leading brands from multiple sectors, including Burger King, Carl's Jr./Hardee's, IHOP, KFC, and Culvers. We are a high growth series B company and quickly expanding our product portfolio to deliver on our vision. We are backed by legendary VCs and industry experts like Founders Fund, BOND, and Coatue.
Help Shape the Future of Robotics, Earn Income
We’re looking for paid participants to record everyday activities in our Menlo Park lab using a multi-camera setup (head, chest, and wrist-mounted cameras). Your recordings will help train robots to better understand and interact with the real world.
No technical experience required, just your time, attention to detail and willingness to follow simple instructions.
This is a part-time, office-based role requiring presence to record on a consistent schedule for up to 3 days a week at our Menlo office.
What to Expect
A typical arrangement is 3x a week in-office, filming for 3-6 hours
Each session involves recording structured, guided tasks
No robotics or technical background needed
Project runs month-to-month based on performance and availability
Simple setup: just arrive, record and get paid
Shift Schedule
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Day In the Life
You’ll record yourself performing common, everyday tasks such as:
Picking up, placing, stacking, and organizing objects
Sorting items by size, color, or category
Using simple tools (e.g., scissors, screwdriver, utensils)
Cleaning, wiping, or tidying surfaces
Folding laundry or arranging items
Reaching for and placing objects at different distances
Sample footage https://drive.google.com/file/d/1p2qpCFdPFIw8o1qx0cgLnp9rn4O-QL-S/view?usp=sharing
Your goal is to capture 20 hours of high-quality video per week in our office.
Compensation
$20.00 per hour.
1099 independent contractor role (no benefits or equity)
Who You Are
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area and able to travel to Menlo Park
Authorized to work in the US (citizen or Green Card holder), or a student VISA (CPT).
Detail-oriented and able to follow instructions carefully
Comfortable performing light physical tasks (standing, reaching, handling objects)
Able to move naturally and deliberately during recordings
Reliable and punctual for scheduled sessions
Willing to complete a background check
Who Can Apply
We welcome people from all backgrounds. If you’re reliable, comfortable on camera, and looking for flexible, hands-on work, we encourage you to apply—even if you’re not sure you meet every requirement.
Know More About Workstream
https://www.workstream.us/blog/funding-series-b
https://techcrunch.com/2021/08/26/workstreams-text-based-recruitment-tool-gets-a-48m-bet-from-bond-and-beyond/
https://techbuzz.news/buzzworthy-august-27-2021/
Additional Information
Workstream provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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