Role Description
LILT is seeking skilled writers to contribute original, human-authored text samples across a range of subject domains. This work supports our language data and AI evaluation initiatives, helping ensure high-quality, authentic writing is available to benchmark and improve language technology.
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Write an original, human-authored text in your domain(s) of expertise (e.g., law, business, biography, religion, philosophy, poetry).
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Follow a provided prompt as the starting point for your piece, once your domain of expertise has been identified.
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Ensure all content is entirely original β no use of AI tools, translation tools, or copied material from any source.
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Attest in writing to the originality of your submission.
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Agree not to publish the content anywhere else, in accordance with the project's confidentiality terms.
Qualifications
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Native-level fluency and strong writing skills in the target language.
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Demonstrable subject-matter expertise in one or more domains (e.g., law, business, biography, religion, philosophy, poetry - other domains may apply).
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Prior writing experience preferred (professional, academic, or published work).
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Strong command of style, tone, and structure appropriate to the chosen domain.
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Comfortable working independently from a prompt with minimal creative guidance.
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Strict adherence to originality and confidentiality requirements.
Requirements
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Not ideal as a full-time job or primary income source.
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Work availability fluctuates with project demand, making this better suited as a supplemental income stream.
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As a 1099 contractor, you won't receive benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, or retirement contributions, and hours are not guaranteed.
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Requires reliable availability and commitment.
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Once you accept a task, we expect quality work and on-time delivery. Most tasks require a minimum of 2 hours per day or 10 hours per week.
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If your schedule is unpredictable, this may not be the right fit.
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Geographic restrictions may apply.
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We cannot engage contractors in regions subject to international embargo or sanctions.
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As a 1099 contractor, you are solely responsible for your own tax obligations.
Benefits
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Your schedule, your rules.
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As an independent contractor, work when you want, as much or as little as you want. No fixed hours, no check-ins, no micromanaging.
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Get paid quickly and fairly.
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We respect your time and your expertise. Competitive rates, prompt payments, no chasing invoices.
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Work on projects that actually matter.
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Contribute to cutting-edge AI and language technology that is shaping how humans and machines communicate.
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Be part of something bigger.
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Join a global community of linguists, subject matter experts, and language professionals who are advancing human knowledge together.
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Grow without limits.
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Access to diverse, innovative projects that expand your portfolio and sharpen your skills across industries and domains.
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Have fun doing what you love.
How to join our expert community
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Submit your application including an updated copy of your CV in English.
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Complete a GenAI assessment to evaluate your skills.
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Finalize onboarding and profile set-up in our system, and become eligible for Applied AI projects.