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Lynda Johns

Lynda Johns

AI Expert Trainer
Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

AI Training Specialist with over 2.5 years of experience training, evaluating, and refining large language models using RLHF, SFT, Evals, and adversarial testing methods. Recognized as an English expert and trusted contributor to special projects and high-priority teams, consistently maintaining top-tier quality under strict deadlines.

Alongside my AI work, I bring a rich background as a classically trained flutist and respected performer, with extensive experience in solo, chamber, and orchestral settings. Known for being reliable, collaborative, and adaptable, I leverage my creativity and discipline from music to enhance my contributions in fast-paced, technical environments.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

AI Training Specialist

Outlier AI (formerly Remotasks)
Remote, PA
05.2023 - Current
  • Train and evaluate AI models using RLHF, SFT, Evals, and adversarial methods.
  • Recognized as an English expert, contributing to special projects and priority teams.
  • Serve at attempter, reviewer, and super reviewer levels, ensuring quality and accuracy.
  • Improve model outputs by refining prompts, addressing edge cases, and optimizing responses.

Private Music Instructor

Self-employed
Pittsburgh, PA
09.1995 - Current
  • Created focused lesson plans to accelerate learning and growth.
  • Strongly focused on positive encouragement and natural enjoyment of the instrument and musical tastes to instill a lifelong foundation.
  • Fostered enthusiasm for music and good practicing habits by creating comfortable and fun environment during lesson
  • Coordinated small, intimate performances to give students opportunities to perform and develop stage presence and etiquette.

Freelance Musician

Self-employed
Pittsburgh, PA
05.1984 - Current
  • Performed as a soloist at private functions and churches.
  • Served in bands and pit orchestras for ballet, opera, and local theater productions.
  • Worked closely with accompanists and other musicians to develop strong collaborative relationships.
  • Collaborated with event holders to develop varied and appropriate program music.
  • Very strong sight-reading ability.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance

Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
05.1989

Front End Web Development

Codecademy
Online

Front End Web Development

Free Code Camp
Online

Skills

AI Training & Evaluation

  • Reinforcement Learning with Human Feedback (RLHF)
  • Supervised Fine-Tuning (SFT)
  • AI Model Evaluation (Evals)
  • Adversarial Testing and Prompt Optimization
  • Data Annotation & Quality Assurance
  • Edge Case Identification

Music & Performance

  • Classical Solo, Chamber, & Orchestral Performance
  • Recital Programming & Stage Presence
  • Exceptional Sight-Reading Skills
  • Collaborative Ensemble Work
  • Performance Direction & Coaching

Web Development

  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Redux
  • Responsive Design & UX Principles
  • Git, GitHub, Visual Studio Code
  • Bootstrap, jQuery, AngularJS

Strengths

  • Creative Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability Across Disciplines
  • Collaboration in High-Stakes Environments
  • Analytical Thinking & Precision
  • Lifelong Learning Mindset

Websites

Languages

German
Limited
Welsh (Cymraeg)
Limited

Timeline

AI Training Specialist

Outlier AI (formerly Remotasks)
05.2023 - Current

Private Music Instructor

Self-employed
09.1995 - Current

Freelance Musician

Self-employed
05.1984 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance

Duquesne University

Front End Web Development

Codecademy

Front End Web Development

Free Code Camp

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