Image & Video AI Tutor at Mercor

Image & Video AI Tutor | $45–100/hr | Remote (US-based, excluding WY & IL)

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research organization to engage cinematography and visual storytelling experts in training advanced AI systems. This full-time role focuses on refining AI models to interpret and generate visual content with artistic precision and narrative depth.

Role Overview

As an AI Tutor – Image and Video Specialist, you'll help develop AI systems that understand composition, lighting, editing, and visual storytelling techniques. Your expertise in film, media, or visual arts will guide the creation of curated datasets and annotation standards that capture the nuances of cinematic production.

Key Responsibilities

• Use proprietary software to label, annotate, and evaluate images, videos, and multimedia content
• Provide expert feedback on visual composition, cinematography, and editing techniques
• Collaborate with technical teams to design and improve workflows for visual data annotation
• Contribute to tasks that enhance AI understanding of cinematic structure and storytelling
• Evaluate AI-generated visual content for quality, coherence, and aesthetic integrity
• Maintain precision and adaptability while interpreting evolving project guidelines

Ideal Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Film, Media Studies, Visual Arts, or related discipline
• Demonstrated expertise in cinematography or videography with hands-on production experience
• Strong understanding of composition, lighting, editing, and narrative flow
• Familiarity with industry tools, standards, and creative processes in film and video production
• Excellent analytical, creative, and communication skills
• Commitment to advancing AI systems that excel in visual reasoning and artistic creation

Preferred Backgrounds

• Portfolio of published visual content such as short films, ads, or marketing materials
• Professional experience in film production, video editing, or content creation
• Experience critiquing or mentoring in visual media disciplines

Work Arrangement

• Remote or in-person (Palo Alto, CA); in-office requires 5 days per week
• Initial schedule: 9:00am–5:30pm PST for first two weeks of training; then 9:00am–5:30pm in your local timezone
• Personal computer must be a Chromebook, Mac (macOS 11+) or Windows 10+ device
• Reliable smartphone access required
• U.S.-based applicants must reside outside of Wyoming and Illinois

Compensation & Benefits

• $45–100 per hour, depending on experience, education, and location
• Comprehensive rewards package with benefits varying by country
• Medical coverage may be available depending on location

About Mercor

Mercor is based in San Francisco, CA and specializes in recruiting experts for top AI labs. Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.