Welo Bahava
@welobahava
Freelance AI data annotator and researcher, skilled in model training, quality control, and content creation.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a hardworking, self-disciplined professional focused on AI data annotation, model training, and applied AI research. Since 2021, I’ve contributed to remote annotation work by labeling images, text, and audio datasets, supporting content moderation, and conducting quality assurance to deliver accurate results under deadlines.
Alongside AI work, I produce research-backed writing and content for clients, handling editing, proofreading, and timely delivery. I hold a Bachelor’s in Medical Laboratory Science and am currently pursuing a Master’s in Artificial Intelligence, where I’m building expertise in machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, data analytics, and AI ethics—especially for AI-assisted biomedical and data annotation systems.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Data Annotator & AI Training
Remote (LXT, Toloka, Remotasks, Appen)
Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 6 months)
Labeled images, text, and audio datasets for AI model training with high accuracy. Performed content moderation, categorization, and quality assurance while collaborating with international teams.
Freelance Writer & Content Creator
Remote
Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 6 months)
Produced articles and academic/creative content for clients, including research and editorial work. Delivered projects on time with consistent positive feedback.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Nairobi
Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence
2024 -
Activities and societies: Coursework: Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Data Analytics, AI Ethics. Planned research: AI-assisted biomedical and data annotation systems.
Pursuing a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence with a focus on AI model training, data annotation, machine learning, and applied AI research.
University of Nairobi
Bachelor of Business Information Technology Science, Business Information Technology Science
2020 - 2023
Activities and societies: Focus: Data Science, Computer skills, Data writing. Achievements: High academic performance; active in research projects.
Completed a Bachelor’s degree at the University of Nairobi focused on data science and core computer skills including data writing.
Emobilis Institute
Certificate in Mobile IT & Software Development, Mobile IT & Software Development
2022 -
Earned a certificate in Mobile IT & Software Development.
Cardinal Otunga School
Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2019 - 2022
Activities and societies: Advanced subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Business.
Completed secondary education with advanced coursework across science and mathematics subjects.
Daraja Mbili School
Primary Education, Primary Education
2010 -
Completed primary education at Daraja Mbili School.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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