Sports Action Recognition Reviewer (AI Data Annotation)
About TrustScale TrustScale is building high-quality AI training datasets that power the next generation of artificial intelligence systems. We work with subject matter experts, analysts, linguists, and domain specialists worldwide to create accurate, scalable, and trustworthy training data. We are currently expanding our Sports AI team and are seeking individuals with strong sports knowledge to help train AI systems through video analysis and annotation. Position Overview As a Sports Action Recognition Reviewer, you will analyze sports video content and identify fine-grained player actions, tactical movements, game events, and sport-specific techniques. This role is ideal for individuals with a strong understanding of sports, including athletes, coaches, referees, analysts, sports journalists, scouts, and dedicated sports enthusiasts. The work requires attention to detail, the ability to accurately identify actions and events, and comfort working with video-based tasks.
Responsibilities
Sports Identification
- Identify the sport being played within video content
- Classify videos according to predefined sports categories
Action Recognition
- Identify player actions, techniques, and tactical movements
- Recognize sport-specific plays and game situations
- Apply predefined sports taxonomies and guidelines
Video Analysis
- Review video content and document observations
- Record accurate timestamps for identified actions
- Maintain consistency across annotation tasks
Quality Compliance
- Follow project guidelines and instructions
- Meet quality and accuracy expectations
- Participate in calibration and quality review activities when required
Priority Sports Candidates should have strong knowledge in one or more of the following sports:
- Basketball
- Soccer
- American Football
- Baseball
- Softball
- Volleyball
- Tennis
Additional sports expertise is welcome.
Required Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of at least one competitive sport
- Ability to recognize player actions and game situations
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong written English comprehension
- Reliable internet connection
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and guidelines
Preferred Qualifications
- Former or current athlete
- Coach
- Referee or umpire
- Sports analyst
- Sports journalist
- Scout
- Sports content creator
- Experience reviewing sports footage
- Experience with AI data annotation, data labeling, QA, or related work
Selection Process Due to the specialized nature of this project, selected candidates may be invited to complete one or more of the following:
- Sports expertise questionnaire
- Sports action recognition assessment
- Video annotation exercise
- Quality and accuracy evaluation
- Project-specific qualification tests
Please note that additional project details, compensation information, guidelines, and testing instructions may be provided after application submission. Due to project requirements and client expectations, not all applicants will advance to testing or project placement. Project qualification activities are expected to begin next week. Candidates who complete the selection process early will receive priority consideration for initial testing and project assignments.