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Lewis Obinchu

@lewisobinchu

Experienced data annotator and linguistic specialist optimizing AI datasets and transcription quality.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I seek roles where I can lead data annotation and quality initiatives, mentor teams, and contribute to AI and educational digitization projects with strong emphasis on accuracy and ethical data practices.

I am an accomplished Data Annotator, Transcriptionist, and Editor with over seven years of experience delivering high-quality annotated datasets, accurate transcriptions, and polished digital content for AI and educational projects. I combine linguistic training with technical annotation tools to ensure precision and consistency across large-scale data workflows.

My work spans collaborations with AI engineers, supervision of labeling workflows, and mentorship of new team members, with achievements including maintaining 99% transcription accuracy and improving workflow documentation. I have supported Text-to-Teach initiatives at TVET institutions in Nairobi and Kericho, contributing to the digitization of education and AI readiness.

With advanced study in artificial intelligence and linguistic computing, multiple industry certifications, and hands-on experience with tools like Labelbox, CVAT, Appen, and Prodigy, I bring a disciplined, ethical approach to data quality, AI dataset creation, and content development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Data Annotator & Quality Analyst

Sama Kenya Ltd

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 11 months)

Annotate and label multilingual datasets for ML models and supervise labeling workflows to maintain precision and consistency, collaborating with AI engineers to improve dataset accuracy.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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University of Nairobi

Doctor of Philosophy, Artificial Intelligence & Linguistic Computing

2023 -

Enrolled in a Doctor of Philosophy program focused on Artificial Intelligence and Linguistic Computing, conducting advanced research at the intersection of AI and language technologies.

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Moi University

Master of Science, Information Technology

2018 - 2020

Completed a Master of Science in Information Technology with coursework and projects in information systems and applied IT.

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Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Arts, Linguistics, Media and Communication

2013 - 2017

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, Media and Communication with studies in language, media studies, and communication practices.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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