Kyle Mendez (the Vault Dweller)

Key Skills

Software

Telus

Other

Top Subject Matter

Digital Media

AI Training

Large Language Models

Top Data Types

Image

Text

Audio

Top Task Types

Classification

Evaluation/Rating

Object Detection

Text Generation

Bounding Box

Transcription

Fine-tuning

Freelancer Overview

AI Data Annotation Specialist (TELUS Digital AI). Brings 7+ years of professional experience across complex professional workflows, research, and quality-focused execution. Core strengths include Telus, Internal, and Proprietary Tooling. Education includes Bachelor of Arts, California State University, Northridge (2025). AI-training focus includes data types such as Image and Text and labeling workflows including Classification, Evaluation, and Rating.

Labeling Experience

AI Data Annotation Specialist (TELUS Digital AI)

TelusImageClassification

As an AI Data Annotation Specialist at TELUS Digital AI, I labeled and annotated videos and images to support AI training efforts. I ensured data quality by following specific guidelines and maintained consistency across labeling tasks. This role strengthened my attention to detail and understanding of training data requirements. • Annotated a wide range of images and videos according to project specifications. • Monitored label accuracy and flagged ambiguous cases for review. • Collaborated with team members on labeling workflow improvements. • Utilized TELUS proprietary or internal tools for annotation tasks.

As an AI Data Annotation Specialist at TELUS Digital AI, I labeled and annotated videos and images to support AI training efforts. I ensured data quality by following specific guidelines and maintained consistency across labeling tasks. This role strengthened my attention to detail and understanding of training data requirements. • Annotated a wide range of images and videos according to project specifications. • Monitored label accuracy and flagged ambiguous cases for review. • Collaborated with team members on labeling workflow improvements. • Utilized TELUS proprietary or internal tools for annotation tasks.

2025 - Present

Handshake AI Generalist

Text

As a Handshake AI Generalist, I analyzed LLM outputs for scientific accuracy, clarity, and depth in specialized domains. I conducted expert reviews and contributed to developing higher quality AI-generated responses. My work included independent research to support prompt development and evaluation tasks. • Evaluated diverse LLM outputs and provided structured feedback. • Assisted in refining AI understanding in complex subject matters. • Supported improvements in prompt engineering for LLM applications. • Used internal/proprietary tooling for review and feedback processes.

As a Handshake AI Generalist, I analyzed LLM outputs for scientific accuracy, clarity, and depth in specialized domains. I conducted expert reviews and contributed to developing higher quality AI-generated responses. My work included independent research to support prompt development and evaluation tasks. • Evaluated diverse LLM outputs and provided structured feedback. • Assisted in refining AI understanding in complex subject matters. • Supported improvements in prompt engineering for LLM applications. • Used internal/proprietary tooling for review and feedback processes.

2023 - Present

Education

Work History