Virginia Schwear
@virginiaschwear
Remote data annotator and entry specialist transitioning from retail with strong attention to detail.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented data annotator and data entry specialist transitioning from nearly three years in retail and restaurant roles into AI training work. I have hands-on experience labeling images and video frames, participating in crowdsourced microtasks, and volunteering on verification projects for platforms like Google and Prolific.
I bring dependable time-management, 50 wpm typing, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn and adapt in remote environments. I have completed project management and related certifications and seek to contribute to AI data quality while continuing to grow my annotation and research skills.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Annotator
Crowdsourcing
Dec 2025 - Present (1 month)
Performed image and video annotation, labeling, and verification for crowdsourced projects and participated in market research tasks to improve dataset quality.
Data Annotator
Outlier AI
Nov 2025 - Dec 2025 (1 month)
Labeled frames, objects, people and clothing in videos and conducted web research to ensure accurate annotation for machine learning datasets.
Cashier/Cook
The Chill Out Grill
Feb 2022 - Aug 2024 (2 years 6 months)
Handled register operations, prepared orders, and upheld cleanliness and food safety, serving customers efficiently across front- and back-of-house roles.
Cashier
Parmar Oil Company
Jan 2024 - May 2024 (4 months)
Operated register, verified IDs, handled tobacco and alcohol sales, restocked merchandise, and maintained store cleanliness.
Barista
Good Gauley Coffee Company
Sep 2022 - May 2023 (8 months)
Prepared coffees, smoothies and baked goods, operated register using Square POS, and participated in a volunteer ProStart program to support service operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Concord University
No Degree Earned, Education
2024 - 2024
Enrolled in online education courses but did not complete a degree and subsequently withdrew.
Glenville State College
No Degree Earned, General Studies
2022 - 2023
Activities and societies: Completed courses: Computer Skills for Education; General Psychology; Public Speaking; Critical Reading and Writing; American Government
Attended online dual-credit courses while in high school and earned college credits in general education subjects.
Richwood High School
High School Diploma, High School
2019 - 2023
Activities and societies: Volunteer with Nicholas County Career and Technical Center ProStart program
Completed secondary education at Richwood High School, graduating in May 2023.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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