Opportunity Overview

Handshake is looking for skilled Shotcut, OpenShot, and/or Lightworks users to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional job. You'll draw on your hands-on experience with video editing, color correction, or advanced post-production to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI better understand video tasks and editing workflows.

This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity you can take on alongside anything else you have going on.

Who This Is For

This is a good fit if you're an experienced Shotcut, OpenShot, and/or Lightworks user who has worked in or around roles like:

• Freelance Video Editor or Post-Production Editor

• Documentary Filmmaker or YouTube Creator

• Film Editor or Broadcasting Specialist

You should have solid experience with one or more of the following:

• Advanced video editing, timeline workflows, or filter effects using Shotcut, OpenShot, and/or Lightworks

• Color correction, audio sync, or post-production finishing

• Annotating or labeling video assets

• Reviewing video content for quality, accuracy, or production consistency

What You'll Do

You'll use your experience with Shotcut, OpenShot, and/or Lightworks to create tool-related questions and review AI-generated responses for accuracy and relevance to real-world video editing and post-production workflows.

No prior AI or technical experience is required.

Qualifications

We're looking for people who have:

• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with Shotcut, OpenShot, and/or Lightworks, whether through professional work or freelance projects. Experience with OpenShot is a plus

• A working knowledge of video editing concepts and post-production workflows

• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail

• The ability to work independently and follow written guidelines

Application Process

• Create a Handshake account

• Upload your resume and submit your portfolio

• Verify your identity

• Get matched and onboarded into relevant projects

• Start working and earning

Work Model and Project Details

• Status: Independent contractor (not a full-time employee role)

• Location: Fully remote; work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and access to a desktop or laptop computer

• Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous, with no minimum hour requirement. Many contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when assigned to an active project

• Duration: The Handshake AI program runs year-round, with projects opening periodically across different areas of expertise. Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available

Work Authorization

Must be currently residing in the United States.
F-1 students who are eligible for CPT or OPT may be eligible for projects on Handshake AI. Work with your Designated School Official to determine your eligibility. If your school requires a CPT course, Handshake AI may not meet your school's requirements. STEM OPT is not supported. See our Help Center article for more information on what types of work authorizations are supported on Handshake AI.