Mercor is hiring: Audio Engineer - Fully Remote in ChicagoMediabistro • Chicago, IL, United States

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Mercor is hiring : Audio Engineer - Fully Remote in Chicago

Mediabistro • Chicago, IL, United States

23 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Remote

Job description

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

$45.00 / hr - $65.00 / 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, Music, and Sound Specialist – Project-Based Contract, Remote

Commitment : 30–40 hours / week

Mission : Collaborate with AI labs to create immersive soundscapes and seamless audio-visual synchronization. Shape how AI systems understand, generate, and align 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 and refine AI-generated sound outputs

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

Remote and asynchronous – set your own schedule

Compensation : $45-$65 / hour depending on experience and geography

Paid weekly via Stripe Connect

Contract Type : Independent contracting

Project-based contract with potential for ongoing collaborations

Application Process

Submit your resume or portfolio highlighting relevant audio work

Complete a brief interview to share your expertise and preferred areas of focus

Apply through Mercor to shape frontier AI research.

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