Evaluate the aesthetic quality, readability, spatial accuracy, and relevance of personalized map designs and location recommendations. Review viewport framing, icons, labels, and content against project guidelines, tag specific issues, follow instructions, and complete tasks using a desktop and active Gmail/Google Maps account.
Contract type: Freelance
Hourly rate: $20.30
Language: English (US)
Estimated volume: 8 - 10 hours
Start date: The project runs on a weekly basis. Eligible candidates will be added to a pool of certified raters and contacted at least 48 hours before kickoff.
We are looking for qualified raters to support a project focused on evaluating personalized search and location recommendations. This role involves rating the relevance and usefulness of suggested places based on personalized results and defined project guidelines.
If you're someone who:
- Has an eye for artistic detail and intuitive design
- Thinks critically about spatial accuracy, relevance, and context
- Cares about delivering polished and helpful digital experiences
This project is built for you.
What you will do:
- Evaluate the aesthetic quality, readability, and overall polish of digital map designs.
- Assess user-focused elements like viewport framing, geospatial accuracy, and content relevance.
- Review personalized location recommendations to ensure relevance and helpfulness.
- Follow strict project instructions and complete tasks accurately, including tagging specific issues (e.g., “Icons not properly masked,” “Labels too small”).
Requirements:
- To be located and have the right to work in the United States.
- An existing, actively used Gmail account with prior usage history on Google Maps.
- Participation is limited to maximum three project rounds. Please note that the task request will be dynamic and we will be providing you with a heads-up as soon as possible once there is a project round available for you.
- This project requires opt-in, consent-based access to limited elements of your activity history. A consent form will be provided for you to review and sign before participation.
- A desktop or laptop computer is required to complete the application and onboarding process. Mobile devices are not supported.
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