Generalist Video Annotators

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.