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Mercor is hiring : Sound Designer in San Jose

Mercor is hiring : Sound Designer in San Jose

MediabistroSan Jose, CA, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Sound Designer role at Mercor .

This range is provided by Mercor. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$20.00 / hr - $20.00 / hr

Company Introduction

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .

Role Overview

  • Position : Audio and Sound Specialist – Project-Based Contract, Remote
  • Flexible weekly commitment (typically 30–40 hours / week).
  • Collaborate with AI labs to create immersive soundscapes and synchronize audio-visual content. Shape AI systems' understanding of sound with emotion and storytelling.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and describe soundscapes of audio–visual content.
  • Create and edit Foley effects for realistic audio tracks.
  • Engineer sound for clarity and immersion.
  • Evaluate AI-generated sound outputs and suggest refinements.
  • Requirements / Qualifications

    Must-Have Qualifications

  • 3+ years of professional experience in sound design, audio engineering, or related fields.
  • Proven track record in film, gaming, music production, or immersive media projects.
  • Proficiency with industry-standard audio tools (e.g., Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton, Reaper).
  • Strong creative judgment and attention to sonic detail.
  • Ability to deliver polished outputs independently and remotely.
  • Engagement Details

  • $45-$65 / hour depending on experience and geography.
  • Paid weekly via Stripe Connect.
  • Engagement structured as independent contracting.
  • Remote and asynchronous — set your own schedule.
  • Application Process

  • Submit your resume or portfolio highlighting relevant audio work.
  • Complete a brief interview to share your expertise and preferred areas of focus.
  • Resources & Support

  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check : https : / / talent.docs.mercor.com / welcome / welcome
  • For any help or support, reach out to : support@mercor.com
  • PS : Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

    Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

  • Contract
  • Job function

  • Art / Creative, Design, and Engineering
  • Industries : Software Development
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