Generalist Video Annotators

Generalist Video Annotators

Role Overview

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI lab to evaluate and enhance how language models interpret video content. We’re seeking sharp, detail-oriented contributors to annotate short videos by answering structured questions. This is a fast-moving opportunity ideal for candidates with strong academic backgrounds and fluent English skills. Contributors will work independently and remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Watch videos and annotate them based on a set of instructions provided by the client.
• Evaluate videos by answering structured questions with accuracy and consistency.
• Flag ambiguous or low-quality video content when applicable.

Ideal Qualifications

• Current/ former undergraduate or graduate from a top 50 U.S. institution (with no more than 10 years of experience).
• Strong written English proficiency and reading comprehension.
• High attention to detail and ability to follow structured annotation guidelines.
• General familiarity with online video formats (e.g., explainers, social media clips).
• Comfortable working independently on repetitive or structured tasks.

More About the Opportunity

• Remote and asynchronous—set your own hours.
• Expected commitment: flexible, 20 hours/week (up to 40 hours/ week).
• Short-term project with potential for follow-on work.

Compensation & Contract Terms

• $45/hour.
• You’ll be classified as an independent contractor.
• Payments issued weekly via Stripe Connect.

Application Process

• Submit your resume to get started.
• Complete a short AI interview and form.

About Mercor

• 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 law, creatives, engineering, and research partner with Mercor on frontier AI projects.

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.