Digital Artist - AI Trainer

September 15, 2026

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Opportunity Overview Handshake is looking for skilled GIMP users to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional job. You'll draw on your hands-on experience with digital art creation, graphic design, or image compositing to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI better understand visual tasks and 2D art workflows. This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity you can take on alongside anything else you have going on. Who This Is For This is a good fit if you're an experienced GIMP user who has worked in or around roles like: - Digital Artist or Graphic Designer - Visual Communications Specialist or Print Production Artist - Photo Editor or Web Designer You should have solid experience with one or more of the following: - Digital art creation, graphic design, or image compositing using GIMP - Designing assets for print, web, or multimedia production - Annotating or labeling digital image and graphic assets - Reviewing digital artwork for quality, accuracy, or visual consistency What You'll Do You'll use your experience with GIMP to create tool-related questions and review AI-generated responses for accuracy and relevance to real-world digital art creation and graphic design workflows. No prior AI or technical experience is required. Qualifications We're looking for people who have: - At least 1 year of hands-on experience with GIMP, whether through professional work or freelance projects - A working knowledge of 2D art creation, graphic design concepts, and digital image workflows - Strong written communication skills and attention to detail - The ability to work independently and follow written guidelines Work Model and Project Details - Status: Independent contractor (not a full-time employee role) - Location: Fully remote; work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and access to a desktop or laptop computer - Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous, with no minimum hour requirement. Many contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when assigned to an active project - Duration: The Handshake AI program runs year-round, with projects opening periodically across different areas of expertise. Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available Application Process - Create a Handshake account - Upload your resume and submit your portfolio - Verify your identity - Get matched and onboarded into relevant projects - Start working and earning Work Authorization Must be currently residing in the United States. F-1 students who are eligible for CPT or OPT may be eligible for projects on Handshake AI. Work with your Designated School Official to determine your eligibility. If your school requires a CPT course, Handshake AI may not meet your school's requirements. STEM OPT is not supported. See our Help Center article for more information on what types of work authorizations are supported on Handshake AI.

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