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How much do full time video annotation jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time video annotation in the United States is $59,788.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced in a full-time video annotation role, and how can they be addressed?

A common challenge in full-time video annotation is maintaining high accuracy and consistency while labeling large volumes of video data, which can be repetitive and mentally demanding. Annotators must stay focused to avoid errors, especially when distinguishing subtle differences between objects or actions across frames. To address these challenges, it's helpful to take regular short breaks, collaborate with teammates on ambiguous cases, and make use of detailed annotation guidelines provided by the employer. Many companies also offer feedback sessions and quality assurance checks to help annotators improve their work and learn best practices.

What is a Full Time Video Annotation job?

A Full Time Video Annotation job involves watching video footage and labeling or tagging specific objects, actions, or events within the video. This work is essential for training artificial intelligence and machine learning models, especially in areas like self-driving cars, security, and content moderation. Full-time annotators are expected to maintain high accuracy and consistency while working with large volumes of data. The job may require familiarity with specialized annotation tools, attention to detail, and sometimes, a basic understanding of the domain featured in the videos.

What is the difference between Full Time Video Annotation vs Data Labeling Specialist?

AspectFull Time Video AnnotationData Labeling Specialist
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; training in annotation toolsHigh school diploma or equivalent; training in labeling techniques
Work EnvironmentRemote or office-based, using annotation softwareRemote or office-based, using labeling platforms
Industry UsageAutonomous vehicles, AI training, surveillanceMachine learning, AI datasets, computer vision

Full Time Video Annotation involves detailed labeling of video data for AI training, often requiring specific software skills. Data Labeling Specialists focus on annotating various data types, including images and text. Both roles are essential in AI development, but Full Time Video Annotation emphasizes video-specific tasks and tools.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Full Time Video Annotation Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Full Time Video Annotation Specialist, you need strong attention to detail, familiarity with video formats, and basic computer literacy, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience using annotation tools like CVAT, Labelbox, or VGG Image Annotator is typically required, and knowledge of data labeling standards is a plus. Excellent time management, communication skills, and the ability to focus for extended periods make someone stand out in this position. These skills and qualities are vital for producing accurate, high-quality datasets that power machine learning and AI applications.
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Infographic showing various Full Time Video Annotation job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Locum Tenens, 18% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 18% Contract, 32% Nights, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 34% Physical, and 66% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,788 per year, or $28.7 per hour.
Survey Watch Stander / Video Annotator - Level I (Mesophotic Deep Benthic Communities Survey)

Survey Watch Stander / Video Annotator - Level I (Mesophotic Deep Benthic Communities Survey)

Think Tank, Inc.

Panama City, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

*US Citizenship Required

*Position is Subject to Contract Award

Position Overview

SEFSC-PEMD personnel are critical collaborators in restoration work in response to the 2010 DWH oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. This aspect of the project involves surveying mesophotic and deep benthic reef communities (50 - 1800 m in depth). The survey utilizes a variety of survey platforms (e.g. ROV, AUV) to detect, classify and enumerate assemblages of corals, sponges, octocorals, crustaceans, mollusks, fishes and other fauna. Tasks should include: Survey Watch Stander for Mesophotic Deep Benthic Communities (MDBC) surveys conducted on NOAA Ships and Small Research Vessels and participate on other PEMD resource surveys, as requested.

Position Title

Survey Watch Stander and Video Annotation (Level I)

Labor Category

Technical Support Services – Level I

Location

Panama City, FL

Start Date

TBD – Upon Award

Schedule

Full-Time, 40 hrs/week (extended hours during surveys)

Security

Low Risk – Public Trust Background Investigation Required

Travel

Domestic and international travel may be required for at-sea surveys, project-related workshops, and working group meetings; authorized by COR

Key Responsibilities

a) Survey Duties

Tasks shall include but is not limited to:

  • Knowledgeable in data collection MDBC SOPs, and execution of at-sea mapping and ground truthing missions as Field Party Chief or Watch Leader.
  • Pre- and post-survey inventory and maintenance of equipment and gear.
  • Conducting data collection, biological and/or environmental sampling and logging and processing data and/or samples under field conditions, as required and according to prescribed MDBC SOP.
  • Complete incident reporting procedures as necessary in accordance with applicable NOAA Small Boat Program requirements (small boat operations only)

b) Laboratory Duties

Video Annotation roles require subject matter expertise on biota associated with Mesophotic/Deep Reefs of the Gulf of America. Primary duties focus on video annotation to derive habitat and fish detection and enumeration. Collected video data is annotated using a semi-automated multi-stage process including 1) automated processing using C-Vision tools, 2) human-in-the-loop review and correction, 3) data review and QA/QC, 4) data output/ingest into GCRF Oracle databases, 4) updating GitHUB data for updates and project management.

  • Subject matter expert for identifying marine fishes in all life stages from mesophotic and deep reef habitats of the Gulf of America.
  • Video annotation, review, and data QA/QC of ROV-based footage.
  • Management of review and tracking sheets.
  • Updating project management tools for status updates.
  • Updating annotation tracking sheets.

c) Data Management Support

Video Annotation duties involve basic duties including data entry, QA/QC, and validation. In the near future these will also include determining and setting standards for automated data outputs to ensure interoperability and democratization of datasets.

  • Utilize inventory of existing bathymetric information in U.S. EEZ of Gulf of Mexico between 50 and 1800 m into MDBC database. Task to be coordinated with NCEI and NCCOS-Biogeography Branch.
  • Inputs and corrects data in MDBC database, associated data entry applications and MDBC survey SOP (including metadata).
  • Input updates into video annotation projects management tools.

d) Analytical Support

Video Annotation roles include basic duties of data preparation and validation prior to analysis, assisting in drafting reports and manuscripts, and review.

  • Maintain knowledge of relevant scientific literature, provide support for data analyses and develop data summaries.
  • Maintain updates in analysis projects using project management tool.
  • Develop basic data reports, and presentations. Assist in preparing graphs and visuals from survey outcomes.

e) Outreach and Education

Participate in public outreach and education efforts. Examples of outreach and education activities include marine science education at local schools, participating as judges for local science fairs, conducting and participating in outreach and education tours of the SEFSC facilities and NOAA ships (in conjunction with federal employees), manning of outreach booths at local fairs and festivals.

Minimum Qualifications (Required)

  • MS Degree in Marine Science or a related field of study or BS Degree in Marine Science or a related field of study plus 1 (1) years of relevant experience.
  • Computer literate and experienced with common word processing, database, statistical, and graphics programs. Capable of writing reports at the college level and making oral presentations.
  • Experience as data collector on at sea surveys. Knowledge and skills in using software that handles data streams for hydrological, and biological data.
  • Proficient in the use of fish, invertebrate, and protected species identification books and keys. Knowledge and identification of reef taxa from the Gulf of America.
  • Expert knowledge of major structure forming invertebrates found in mesophotic and deep benthic communities of the Gulf of America.
  • Knowledge of procedures when encountering endangered or threatened species.
  • Sea going contractors who participate on research cruises on Office of Marine and Aviation Operations' NOAA ships will be required to annually/biennially (age dependent) submit a NOAA Health Services Questionnaire (NOAA Form 57- 10-01) and Tuberculosis Screening Form (NOAA Form NF 57-10-02) to OMAO health services to determine fitness for sea duty. Sea going contractors must have a current tetanus vaccine (once every 10 years).

Required Training

Training Requirement

Due Date

NOAA IT security (required for all contractors)

Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start

NOAA Safety training (required for all contractors working at a Government facility)

Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start

Records Management 101 (required for all contractors)

Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Active Threats to the Workplace Awareness Seminar

Certificates due within 3 business days of contract/task order start

Sexual Assault/Sexual Harassment Prevention and Response Training IAW NAM 1330-52.222-70(b)(6)

Certificates due no later than 5 business days after contract/task order start