Photography Experts
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Role Description
Mercor is partnering with a leading AI lab to source experienced photographers for a short-term creative project. This is a unique opportunity for visual creatives to apply their expertise in a highly innovative, research-driven context. Candidates with recent photography experience, strong written communication skills, and interest in experimental visual formats are especially encouraged to express interest.
- Capture and deliver original, high-resolution photographs aligned with provided guidelines
- Adjust lighting, composition, and framing for consistency across image sets
- Work with flexible style prompts that may include creative or atypical visual instructions
- Upload and tag image files using a standardized format
- Write clear and concise annotations describing the visual content, context, and style of each image
Qualifications
- Demonstrated track record of photography in commercial, editorial, or creative contexts
- Proven written communication skills for describing visual content
- Able to work independently and creatively interpret flexible briefs
- Comfort with digital submission tools and remote collaboration
Requirements
- Remote and asynchronous — control your own schedule
- Expected commitment: project-based, ~20 hours/week
- May be extended based on output quality and interest
Benefits
- ~$45/hour (effective rate, based on task completion and quality review)
- You’ll be classified as an independent contractor
Company Description
- 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