I’m Samuel Okello, a detail-oriented Data Annotation Specialist and Data Analyst who supports AI and machine learning projects by producing accurate image, video, and text labels. I’ve worked on dataset preparation tasks such as object bounding-box annotation, frame-by-frame video labeling, text categorization, image mapping, and thorough quality assurance to ensure consistency across large datasets. I also bring strong analytical and documentation habits from my background in agribusiness and my experience working on research and production tasks. I enjoy following annotation guidelines closely, spotting and correcting errors quickly, and delivering reliable results while meeting project deadlines—whether working independently or with a team, including remote collaboration.…

Samuel Okello

I’m Samuel Okello, a detail-oriented Data Annotation Specialist and Data Analyst who supports AI and machine learning projects by producing accurate image, video, and text labels. I’ve worked on dataset preparation tasks such as object bounding-box annotation, frame-by-frame video labeling, text categorization, image mapping, and thorough quality assurance to ensure consistency across large datasets. I also bring strong analytical and documentation habits from my background in agribusiness and my experience working on research and production tasks. I enjoy following annotation guidelines closely, spotting and correcting errors quickly, and delivering reliable results while meeting project deadlines—whether working independently or with a team, including remote collaboration.…

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I’m Samuel Okello, a detail-oriented Data Annotation Specialist and Data Analyst who supports AI and machine learning projects by producing accurate image, video, and text labels. I’ve worked on dataset preparation tasks such as object bounding-box annotation, frame-by-frame video labeling, text categorization, image mapping, and thorough quality assurance to ensure consistency across large datasets.

I also bring strong analytical and documentation habits from my background in agribusiness and my experience working on research and production tasks. I enjoy following annotation guidelines closely, spotting and correcting errors quickly, and delivering reliable results while meeting project deadlines—whether working independently or with a team, including remote collaboration.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Greenhouse Farm Worker at AB Hulta Handelsträdgård -viken Höganäs
May 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
Worked in a controlled greenhouse environment supporting cucumber production. Performed daily crop care including planting, spacing, weeding, pruning/trimming, training, harvesting, sorting, and packing while maintaining product quality and meeting production targets. Monitored irrigation and crop conditions and supported pest and disease control activities per workplace procedures. Maintained greenhouse hygiene and followed health, safety, and quality requirements during long working periods.
Data Analyst Associate (AI Projects) at Sama Uganda
April 1, 2021 - January 31, 2023
Supported AI projects through data annotation and labelling for image, video, and text. Categorized text data, performed object labeling and mapping according to project guidelines, including image mapping and bounding-box style annotations. Conducted quality checks and corrected data to maintain accuracy and consistency across large datasets, helping teams meet productivity, quality, and deadline targets. Worked across projects involving agriculture, biotechnology, and transportation while maintaining careful attention to detail.
Graduate Trainee at Ngetta Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute (NARO)
May 1, 2017 - July 31, 2017
Assisted agricultural research and development activities at Ngetta ZARDI. Supported field trials and research data collection, helped document field information, and contributed to farmer training and community outreach on improved farming practices. Worked with researchers to support testing and promotion of practical crop production and management techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Management at Nkumba University
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) at St Michael International School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) at St Joseph’s College Layibi
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Ugandan Driving license - Class B
January 11, 2030 - October 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Professional Services, Education, Agriculture & Mining