Outdoor Data Collector

POI Data Collector

Employment Type: Freelance Contractor

Project Period: Starting June 2026. Potential for long-term (1-3 year) collaboration based on performance.

Compensation: Piece-rate (Payment based on the number of successfully completed and verified POI collection tasks).

Context & Definitions

• POI (Point of Interest): A POI is a specific physical location that people may find useful or interesting. For this role, POIs specifically refer to the retail stores, businesses, and high-traffic commercial locations you will be visiting.

Job Responsibilities

• Standardized Field Operations: Follow the collection App’s map and guidance to arrive at designated high-value POIs to record data.
• Storefront Visual Documentation: Capture clear photos or videos of the store’s exterior for manual quality checks and identity verification.
• Indoor Signal Fingerprinting: Enter the store to record Wi‑Fi signal "fingerprints". (Note: No Wi‑Fi connection or passwords required).
• Data Submission & Reporting: Real‑time submission of collected data packets, ensuring all fields are accurate and complete. Report any anomalies, such as stores that are permanently closed or non‑existent.

Candidate Persona

We are looking for proactive candidates who are familiar with their local environment and proficient in operating smart devices:

Physical Fitness & Work Adaptability

• Able to perform outdoor walking or mobile data collection per day; physically fit for all‑weather field operations (Excluding extreme weather).
• Must be comfortable working independently in various outdoor and indoor commercial environments, as this is not an office‑based role.

Local Geographic Expertise

• Extensive familiarity with your city or major local business districts.
• Proficiency in using public transportation or providing your own means of transport (e.g., bicycle, motorcycle, or car) to navigate between collection points efficiently.

Technical Literacy & Device Management

• Possess basic proficiency in smartphone system operations and configuration.
• Able to follow SOPs to manage App permissions and adjust system‑level settings.
• Hardware: The company will provide the necessary data collection equipment (typically an smartphone).

Communication & Legal Compliance Awareness

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to professionally handle inquiries from store staff or security personnel.
• Strict Compliance Consciousness: Fully understand and adhere to local privacy laws (e.g., GDPR). Ensure that captured images do not include sensitive information such as recognizable faces or vehicle license plates.
• Strong commitment to work objectives and data quality.