The term “moderator” is used pretty loosely, and some job ads may not even include it in the title.

Here is a quick summary of what these common titles do.

Content Moderator: As a Content Moderator, you will analyze and categorize user-generated content from various sources to ensure it aligns with the platform’s guidelines and policies. You may also identify any material that goes against these policies or is inappropriate. To excel in this role, you need to possess strong reading speed, familiarize yourself with common slang, have a good memory, research skills, and enjoy repetitive tasks as you may be reviewing content for multiple clients simultaneously.

Community Moderator: A Community Moderator, also known as a Community Manager, is responsible for managing online communities for one or two clients/projects. In this role, you will reply to and take action within these communities. Community Managers may also be tasked with creating content.

Meeting Moderator: As a Meeting Moderator, you serve as the virtual host for online meetings. Your responsibilities include welcoming attendees, sharing presentations, and introducing speakers.

Trust and Safety Associate:As a Trust and Safety Associate, you play a crucial role in ensuring the platform is secure and safe for users by addressing and preventing any trust and safety concerns. The responsibilities of this role may vary, but they are similar to those of a Content Moderator and can be a great opportunity for those with moderation experience.

Policy development specialist: This role develops and implements policies and procedures related to trust and safety on online platforms. The primary purpose of a policy development specialist is to ensure that the platform’s policies and procedures effectively address trust and safety issues and to update and revise the guidelines as needed.

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We aim to assist you in finding that ideal job that allows you to work comfortably in your pajamas, regardless of whether you have prior experience or are just starting out.

Be warned, as a Content Moderator, you may be exposed to some of the most disturbing content on the internet, but your role is critical and necessary. As long as the internet exists, there will always be a demand for moderators to keep platforms safe and secure.