- Experience
- 2+ yrs
- Salary
- USD 120 – USD 120 / day
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 3 weeks ago
- Work mode
- Work from home
- Eligibility
- Open to experienced professional photographers or videographers who have a strong portfolio, proper camera equipment, and the ability to deliver high-quality work remotely under deadlines.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Job description
About the role
This opportunity is with Mercor, a company that connects top-tier creative and technical professionals with AI research teams. The organization is based in San Francisco and is backed by investors such as Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Role overview
The company is looking for a professional photographer or videographer to produce high-quality visual content for a remote contract assignment.
Responsibilities
- Capture 10 source images featuring people, objects, or backgrounds.
- Produce one final image and one final video that combine all of the provided inputs in a single frame.
- Follow the supplied instructions closely and ensure the output meets quality expectations.
- Manage work on your own and deliver efficiently in a fast-moving setting.
- Keep the output polished while using a practical, straightforward approach.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in professional photography.
- A strong portfolio showing high-quality photo and video storytelling.
- Access to professional camera gear such as a DSLR or similar equipment; phone-only setups are not acceptable.
- Working knowledge of standard editing tools such as Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or CapCut.
- Ability to work independently, stay efficient, and meet tight deadlines.
- Comfort in dynamic environments and confidence in solving creative problems.
Preferred profile
- Self-driven creator who enjoys making visual content.
- Able to move quickly and still maintain strong quality.
- Interested in trying new ideas and producing original visual work.
Application process
- The application process is estimated to take 20 to 30 minutes in total.
- It includes a 20-minute interview and a 5-minute form.
- Shortlisted candidates will complete a paid work trial valued at $120.
- Candidates who succeed in the trial may be onboarded for additional project work.
Compensation and payment terms
- One completed task pays $120.
- The task is expected to take around 2 hours, which works out to an effective rate of about $60 per hour.
- Payment is task-based rather than hourly.
Resources and support
Information about the interview process and platform details is available through the company’s internal documentation. Support can be obtained by contacting the company’s support team by email.
Additional notes
The team reviews applications every day. Candidates are expected to complete the AI interview and all application steps to be considered for this role.