Literary Editor - Remote Contract Role with High Hourly Pay

About Mercor

Mercor is a San Francisco-based company that bridges top creative and technical professionals with leading AI research organizations. Supported by high-profile investors, Mercor advances AI capabilities in narrative content.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Writing Expert to review and enhance AI-generated literary content including articles, essays, novels, and short stories. This contract position is fully remote and offers competitive hourly compensation ranging from $75 to $150.

Key Responsibilities

• Critically assess AI-produced literary content for quality, structure, and depth.
• Provide comprehensive editorial guidance to improve narrative coherence and originality.
• Partner with AI research teams to refine narrative generation techniques.
• Manage tasks independently, working asynchronously with flexibility to meet delivery deadlines.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years engaged in creative writing, inclusive of journalism, essay writing, novels, and short fiction.
• Extensive publication record, including books, professional bylines, or recognized short stories.
• Experience having work published in notable literary journals, anthologies, or productions.
• Award-winning credentials through respected literary prizes or fellowships.
• Mastery of storytelling elements such as narrative structure, voice, character development, and dialogue.
• Exceptional editorial skills focusing on style, clarity, and thematic complexity.

Application Process

• Submit resume.
• Complete an AI-driven interview based on the resume.
• Complete the application form.

Additional Information

• Detailed interview and platform information is available from the company (contact directly for support).
• Applications are reviewed daily—prompt completion of interview and application components is necessary for consideration.