Freelance Content Strategist and Journalist

About the role 

Uber AI Solutions is inviting experienced domain professionals, specifically content creators and critics from local, regional, and municipal fields, to collaborate on a new client project at the frontier of GenAI.

This is a freelance, paid, project-based opportunity designed for experienced professionals who want to apply their deep expertise in one or more areas of local history, culture, or civic knowledge to advance Generative AI systems.

What you’ll work on

Your expertise will help train and evaluate the next generation of Generative AI systems.

• Collaborate with Generative AI researchers and engineers to translate high-level goals into detailed data collection and evaluation workflows.
• Execute and refine workflows independently, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery.
• Conduct in-depth research to gather credible and up-to-date domain knowledge specific to your locality or region.
• Create original, high-quality content and complex research problems that challenge current AI model capabilities regarding local nuance.
• Fact-check and verify all content for precision and reliability, reducing the risk of misinformation, especially related to local facts.
• Provide expert feedback to enhance the performance, accuracy, and trustworthiness of Generative AI systems.

Project details

• Duration: Tasks for this project are expected to be available for 3 months (with potential extensions).
• Location: Remote (You must be based in the United States)
• Type: Freelance/Independent contractor
• Payout structure: Task-based pay model. Competitive rates per completed task, determined by the complexity and required experience.
• Schedule Flexibility: Hours are flexible and based on the applicant's availability. Tasks are generally expected to be worked on during Mon-Fri business hours.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking individuals with deep, professional-level knowledge of a specific local region or city.

Local Domain Expertise

• Current or former Professionals:
  • Local Historians
  • Members of a Civic or Historical Society
  • Local Food Critics
  • Regional Journalists
  • Local Digest Writers
  • Urban Planners
  • Local Government Analysts
  • Real Estate Appraisers/Consultants (focused on regional market data)
  • Museum Curators (specializing in regional collections)
  • Community Organizers/Advocates (with deep knowledge of municipal issues)
     
• Deep professional expertise is required in one or more of the following:
  • Local History and Geography
  • Local Governance and Civics
  • Regional Culture and Events
  • Local Dining and Economy
     
• Mandatory Knowledge: Must possess knowledge of local customs, history, or specific regional details. General awareness is not enough; applicants must be experienced content creators, Critics, or Professionals, not general residents.

Core Professional Skills

• Proven ability to conduct deep research, identify credible local sources, and fact-check meticulously. 
• Expertise in content development, including designing original problems and evaluations in your field of specialization. 
• Excellent writing proficiency, with a focus on precision, originality, and clarity. 
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and present complex information clearly.

AI Familiarity (A Plus)

Familiarity with Generative AI concepts, prompt engineering, and data preparation is a plus. Awareness of ethical Generative AI practices, including bias detection and responsible data usage.

Why this matters

By shaping the data and benchmarks these models rely on, you'll help ensure that Generative AI is accurate, reliable, and aligned with the standards of your professional field. This is a unique opportunity to apply your domain knowledge at the cutting edge of technology.