Video Editor / Filmmaker (Remote | $60 – $100/hr)
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Film and Video Editors
Hourly Contract | Remote | $60 –$100 per hour
1. About the Role
Mercor is recruiting Film and Video Editors as independent contractors for a research partnership with one of the world’s top AI companies.
In this role, you’ll leverage your professional experience in film editing, storytelling, and post‑production to design and evaluate questions that help train AI systems to understand creative and technical workflows in video production.
This is a flexible, remote opportunity ideal for experienced editors interested in contributing to the next generation of AI and creative technology.
2. Key Responsibilities
• Apply your film and video editing expertise to design realistic, domain‑specific evaluation tasks.
• Ensure AI‑generated responses reflect authentic editing processes, techniques, and workflows.
• Review and refine prompts and rubrics related to cinematic composition, cutting styles, and narrative flow.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet project goals.
3. Ideal Qualifications
• 4+ years of full‑time professional experience as a Film and Video Editor.
• Based in the United States, United Kingdom, or Canada.
• Strong written communication and analytical skills.
• Deep understanding of film structure, visual storytelling, and editing principles.
• Ability to work independently with precision and creativity.
• Remote and asynchronous — work on your own schedule.
• Minimum commitment: 15 hours per week (workload may vary).
• Project expected to continue through end of 2025, with possible extension.
• Requires a desktop or laptop computer (Chromebooks not supported).
5. Compensation & Contract Terms
• Rate: $60–$100 per hour (depending on experience and location).
• Payments: Weekly through Stripe Connect, based on hours logged.
⚡ PS: Mercor reviews applications daily. Please complete your interview and onboarding steps to be considered for this opportunity. ⚡
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Part‑time
Job function
Writing/Editing
Writing and Editing and Movies, Videos, and Sound
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