Work Location: Australia, Remote Required availability: estimated 20 hours/week Engagement Model: Independent Contractor Project duration: estimated two weeks Start date: Immediate Language: English, Australia We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Online Content Researcher (Film and TV) to join our team.
The ideal candidate has a deep love for movies and television, a knowledge of the film industry, and a demonstrated skill for research.
Role Summary: As an Online Content Researcher (Film and TV) you will be researching, analyzing, and categorizing film and television content to build an enriched metadata database that enhances user discovery and recommendations.
You will be responsible for identifying and cataloging core attributes of films and TV shows, including cast & crew, locations, genres, themes, tones, and other key metadata points.
This role requires precision, creativity, and a strong understanding of the nuances that make each piece of content unique.
Key Responsibilities : Conduct in-depth research on film and TV titles across various genres, regions, and formats to collect and verify metadata Identify and categorize content by key attributes, such as genre, tone, themes, target audience, and plot summary Maintain a consistent and standardized approach to data entry and metadata tagging to ensure accuracy and uniformity across all entries Use industry databases, search engines, and niche resources to gather information on classic, contemporary, and independent titles Review and assess the accuracy of data collected, in adherence to provided guidelines Role requirements: Idiomatic fluency in English (Australia) Strong research skills with the ability to quickly locate reliable information on a wide range of film and TV topics Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and content analysis Excellent written communication skills Proficiency in using global and regional entertainment databases or specialized research tools Strong understanding of local entertainment industries Ability to work independently within tight deadlines Preferred Skills & Qualifications : Bachelor's degree in film studies, Media Studies, Library Science, Journalism, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Experience in metadata research, content curation, or film-related research Experience with data tagging, categorization, or taxonomy in a digital media setting Knowledge of the film and TV industry, including major genres, influential filmmakers, and historical context Knowledge of film and TV analytics, viewer behavior, or recommendation systems Familiarity with content management systems, metadata standards, and data organization principles Familiarity with international cinema and television DataForce by TransPerfect is part of the TransPerfect family of companies, the world's largest provider of language and technology solutions for global business, with offices in more than 100 cities worldwide.
We offer high-quality data for Human-Machine Interaction to some of the most prestigious technology companies in the world.
Our department focuses on gathering, enriching, and processing data for Machine Learning in different AI domains.
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