**Experienced Full Stack Product Tester – In-Home Usage Testing for National and International Companies**
Are you looking for a flexible and exciting opportunity to earn extra income while working from the comfort of your own home? Do you have a curious spirit and excellent attention to detail? If so, we invite you to join blithequark's team of In-Home Usage Testers, where you'll have the chance to make a real impact on the products and services of top national and international companies.
**About blithequark**
blithequark is a leading consulting firm specializing in product testing and product development work. We design and conduct In-Home Usage Testing (IHUT) locally and nationally to provide actual user feedback in real-time to companies and market research firms. Our goal is to ensure that products are properly certified and meet the needs of consumers, ultimately driving greater market access and success.
**Why Join blithequark?**
As an In-Home Usage Tester with blithequark, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:
* Competitive hourly pay rates of $25-$45 per hour, depending on the project
* Flexible scheduling, with the option to work 15-25 hours per week
* The opportunity to work from home, around your own schedule
* The chance to learn about an exciting industry and gain valuable experience
* The possibility of keeping the products you test, a fun perk of the job!
**Main Responsibilities**
As an In-Home Usage Tester, your main duties will include:
* Properly documenting In-Home Usage Tests as instructed in the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule (screenshots, audio recordings, videos, product journal entries, etc.)
* Taking care of the product being tested and using it responsibly
* Reading and strictly following the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule provided with each product testing project (may include tasks such as unpacking, reading instructions, journal entries, online or mobile feedback, usage of product for a certain amount of time, writing reviews, taking pictures, etc.)
* Participating in private chat rooms with market research firms to discuss the product being tested
* Writing reviews as requested in the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule for each project
**Requirements**
To succeed as an In-Home Usage Tester with blithequark, you'll need:
* The ability to follow specific instructions and work independently
* Excellent attention to detail and a curious spirit
* The ability to work 15-25 hours per week and commit to a certain routine
* Access to a computer and a reliable internet connection
* Access to a digital camera or cell phone that takes pictures
* Honesty and reliability
* Good communication skills
* Be at least 18 years old
**Preferred Qualifications**
While no experience is necessary, we prefer candidates with:
* Previous experience in market research or product testing
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
* Familiarity with digital tools and technology
**What to Expect**
As an In-Home Usage Tester with blithequark, you can expect:
* To be contacted by reputable market research companies to participate in product testing projects
* To receive instructions and schedules for each project, which may include tasks such as unpacking, reading instructions, journal entries, online or mobile feedback, usage of product for a certain amount of time, writing reviews, taking pictures, etc.
* To participate in private chat rooms with market research firms to discuss the product being tested
* To receive payment for each project, via direct deposit or cheque, on a weekly basis
* To have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and products, and to gain valuable experience in the industry
**How to Apply**
If you're interested in joining blithequark's team of In-Home Usage Testers, please apply through our website. We look forward to hearing from you!