HireArt

HireArt is a full-stack contract workforce platform founded in 2012 by Nicholas Sedlet, Dain Lewis, and Elli Sharef, headquartered in New York City. A Y Combinator (W12) alumnus, HireArt reinvents flexible employment by connecting workers and businesses through software-driven sourcing, employment, and management of contract workforces. The platform offers employer of record (EOR) services, direct sourcing, vendor management, compliance, and payroll. HireArt specializes in connecting companies with qualified AI trainers and data annotation specialists for data labeling, model training, and AI R&D tasks. The platform streamlines hiring through rigorous pre-screening with online assessments and video interviews that simulate real job tasks, providing employers with high-quality candidates. Roles are typically contract-based with flexible scheduling, and many positions support remote work across the United States.

For Data Annotation Specialist roles, a bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience is typically required, along with one year of prior data annotation experience for some positions. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality are consistently emphasized. Candidates should be quick learners comfortable working with visual and spatial software in 2D and 3D environments (QGIS, ArcGIS, or similar). Clear communication skills are essential for collaborating with machine learning engineers. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, following specification documents and training materials, is important. Many remote positions are open to US-based candidates, with some excluding specific states. A reliable computer, internet connection, and quiet workspace are required. For language-specific projects, native-level fluency in the target language plus effective English communication is needed. Minimum weekly hour commitments (often 20 hours) apply to most contract roles. Proficiency with tools like Jira, Confluence, or MS Office/Google Suites may be preferred for certain positions.