Mercor

Professional Photographer / Videographer

Mercor

Remote · Contract

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Experience
2+ yrs
Salary
USD 60 – USD 60 / hour
Openings
1
Posted
3 weeks ago
Work mode
Work from home
Eligibility
Professionals with at least 2 years of photography experience, a strong photo/video portfolio, and access to professional camera gear may apply. Candidates should be comfortable with remote contract work, independent execution, and fast turnaround expectations.
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Job description

About the role

This opportunity is with a company that connects top creative and technical professionals with AI research teams. The organization is based in San Francisco and is backed by Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position details

The opening is for a Professional Photographer / Videographer. The work is remote and the engagement is structured as a contract role.

Key responsibilities

  • Capture 10 source images featuring people, objects, or backgrounds.
  • Produce one final image and one final video that combine all provided inputs within a single frame.
  • Make sure all outputs meet the given quality standards and follow the supplied instructions.
  • Handle tasks independently and keep pace in a fast-moving workflow.
  • Deliver clean, professional results without adding unnecessary complexity.

What we are looking for

Candidates should bring at least 2 years of professional photography experience and a portfolio that shows strong visual storytelling across photo and video work. You must have access to professional-grade camera gear, such as a DSLR or comparable equipment; phone-only setups are not acceptable. Familiarity with standard editing tools like Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or CapCut is required. The role also calls for someone who can work on their own, stay efficient, and meet tight deadlines. A flexible, resourceful mindset is important, along with the ability to adapt quickly in dynamic settings.

Preferred qualities

Ideal candidates are self-driven creators who enjoy making content, can move quickly without sacrificing quality, and are eager to test ideas, innovate, and bring fresh visual approaches.

Application process

The application flow is estimated to take 20 to 30 minutes in total. It includes a 20-minute interview, a 5-minute form, and a paid work trial for selected candidates. The work trial is compensated at $120. Candidates who succeed in the trial may be brought onto the project and considered for additional assignments.

Compensation and payment terms

Each completed task pays $120. The expected time per task is about 2 hours, which works out to an effective rate of roughly $60 per hour. However, payment is made per task completed rather than by the hour.

Support information

Applicants can access process details and platform guidance through the provided documentation, and support is available through the listed help contact.

Additional note

The hiring team reviews applications every day. Candidates must finish the AI interview and the rest of the application steps to be considered.

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