Paid Video Contributor - Business Setting
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 27, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 5, 2026. Workstream scores B on the Alion truth index.
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.
In addition to our core business, Workstream is home to a small, fast-moving Robotics team focused on advancing the next generation of artificial intelligence and robotics. We partner with a leading AI and robotics company to produce high-quality, large-scale egocentric (first-person) video datasets that help train advanced AI models.
What We Offer
This is a project-based independent contractor opportunity designed to provide supplemental income.
- Earn USD $3.50 for every hour of approved video footage submitted.
- Compensation is based on approved video submissions, not hours worked.
- Videos are reviewed to ensure they meet Workstream's quality and project requirements before payment is approved.
- Payment schedules and submission guidelines will be shared during onboarding.
Note: This opportunity is intended to complement your existing job or business. Contractors record authentic workplace activities as part of their normal work-not staged demonstrations-and are compensated only for footage accepted by Workstream.
About The Role
Workstream is collecting first-person video demonstrations of real-world physical tasks performed in commercial and workplace environments. These videos help develop and improve next-generation robotics, artificial intelligence (AI), computer vision, and automation technologies.
This is a project-based, independent contractor opportunity designed to provide supplemental income. Contractors record approved workplace activities using camera equipment provided by Workstream. Compensation is based on approved video submissions rather than hours worked.
As a Paid Video Contributor, you'll record first-person videos while performing your regular work in an approved commercial or business environment. These recordings help train and improve robotics and AI technologies by capturing authentic workplace activities.
What You'll Do
- Record first-person videos while performing your normal work tasks (no computer, screen-based, repetitive work).
- Use the camera equipment provided by Workstream.
- Follow recording, safety, and privacy guidelines.
- Obtain approval from Workstream and permission from your workplace before recording.
- Upload videos through Workstream's platform.
- Maintain recording equipment and apply feedback to improve future submissions.
- Meet the minimum target of 20 hours per week.
Examples of Tasks
You may record activities such as:
- Operating tools or equipment
- Organizing or restocking inventory
- Picking, packing, assembling, or preparing items
- Cleaning work areas or equipment
- Moving or storing materials
- Maintenance, repair, fabrication, or construction work
- Warehouse, retail backroom, or commercial kitchen tasks
- Other approved physical workplace activities
You may NOT record activities such as:
- Operating vehicles, working at a computer, scrolling your phone, tasks in the dark, task in which your hands get obscured by objects etc., idle activities, overly repetitive tasks.
Approved Recording Locations
Recording is permitted only in approved commercial environments, including warehouses, workshops, retail stores, restaurants, commercial kitchens, construction sites, manufacturing facilities, offices with physical operations, and other business locations. Residential homes are not permitted unless specifically approved by Workstream.
What We're Looking For
- At least 18 years old
- Currently working in or have access to an approved commercial workplace
- Able to obtain permission from your workplace to record
- Comfortable wearing a head-mounted camera
- Able to follow instructions and quality standards
- Reliable internet for uploading videos
- Detail-oriented and responsive to feedback
Onboarding & Documentation Requirements
If you qualify to take part in the project, you will be required to complete onboarding verification before filming begins. This includes providing:
- A copy of a valid government-issued ID (required to secure and issue the camera equipment provided by Workstream)
- Signed consent and release forms to record in accordance with privacy and compliance guidelines.
Recording Requirements
Videos must:
- Show a clear first-person perspective
- Clearly capture your hands, tools, and work activities
- Be stable, well-lit, and complete
- Reflect natural, safe, and authorized work activities
- Meet Workstream's quality and submission requirements
Important: All recording locations must be approved by Workstream, and workplace permission must be obtained before any recording begins. Only record tasks you are trained and authorized to perform.
Why Join This Project?
By participating, you'll help build real-world datasets that contribute to the development of advanced robotics and AI technologies used worldwide. Your everyday work activities can directly support the next generation of intelligent automation while providing an opportunity to earn additional income through approved video submissions.
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.
We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.