Visual Creative Expert

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

micro1 is engaging Visual Creative Experts to contribute to a dynamic customer project focused on curation and evaluation of aesthetic visual content. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters. This is a unique opportunity for visually discerning individuals to influence AI models by selecting and critiquing images for their artistic quality, originality, and visual impact.

Scope of Work

• Review curated collections of filtered aesthetic images and assess each for superior visual quality and creative value.
• Apply advanced judgment to select images demonstrating exceptional composition, lighting, color, styling, originality, and technical execution.
• Document and articulate the reasoning behind your selections and critiques using clear written feedback.
• Collaborate with project trainers and other visual specialists to calibrate and align on quality standards.
• Maintain consistency and high standards when evaluating diverse visual genres and formats.
• Stay responsive to evolving guidelines and project requirements as the visual data selection process adapts.
• Contribute to the development of robust, diverse datasets that reflect refined aesthetic sensibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in evaluating or creating visual work — such as photography, art direction, graphic/brand design, illustration, or curation.
• Acute visual discernment and an ability to recognize and articulate high-quality composition, lighting, color, and originality.
• Solid portfolio or track record of visual projects with clear evidence of taste and artistic rigor.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on providing constructive and detailed feedback.
• Previous experience in roles requiring critical evaluation or selection of images or visual content.
• Up-to-date awareness of visual trends, cultural references, and emerging aesthetics in design or photography.
• Self-motivated and able to consistently meet project deliverables in a remote engagement setting.