Job Description

Role Overview Mercor is seeking experienced visual storytelling experts — including storyboard artists, cinematographers, animators, editors, and motion designers — to collaborate on creative projects with leading AI research groups. These engagements focus on shaping narrative-driven visual content with cinematic pacing and authenticity. This is a unique opportunity to apply your creative expertise toward developing frontier AI systems that understand and generate compelling visual stories. Key Responsibilities Develop storyboards, visual concepts, and narrative structures for AI training data. Caption video content with an emphasis on capturing storytelling elements, visual detail, and camera techniques. Evaluate AI-generated visual narratives and provide feedback for improvement. Ensure authenticity, coherence, and cinematic quality. Ideal Qualifications 3+ years of professional experience in film, animation, motion design, or related creative fields. Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in storytelling, pacing, and cinematic techniques. Ability to distill abstract ideas into clear, engaging visual narratives. Excellent attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills. More About the Opportunity Remote and asynchronous — flexible scheduling on your own terms. Expected commitment: 30-40 hours/week. Project-based engagements, typically ranging from 2–3 months with potential extensions. Compensation & Contract Terms $45-$65/hour depending on experience and geography. Payments issued weekly via Stripe Connect. Independent contractor engagement. Application Process Complete a short interview to discuss your creative background and areas of expertise. Selected applicants may be asked to complete a brief sample task. About Mercor Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.