Journalism Specialist at Mercor

Journalism Specialist | $80–125/hr | Remote Worldwide

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI lab on an innovative research initiative to enhance AI systems' ability to generate, assess, and fact-check content according to established journalistic standards. We're seeking experienced journalism professionals to apply their editorial expertise in training and evaluating language models across diverse media formats.

Role Overview

As a Journalism Specialist, you'll play a critical role in bridging traditional journalism practices with cutting-edge AI development. This position requires 10+ hours per week and offers the flexibility of remote work while contributing to meaningful advancements in AI-generated content quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and edit AI-generated news articles and media content for accuracy, tone, and clarity
• Design and validate journalism-related prompts, scenarios, and evaluation rubrics
• Fact-check written content using rigorous journalistic standards
• Provide structured, actionable feedback on the quality and credibility of AI outputs
• Collaborate with AI researchers to simulate and refine editorial workflows

Ideal Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in a newsroom, media organization, or as a freelance journalist
• Strong editorial judgment with meticulous attention to factual accuracy
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Familiarity with various journalistic formats including investigative reporting, opinion pieces, and breaking news
• Degree in journalism, communications, or related field preferred

Application Process

Submit your resume to get started. You'll then complete a brief form to help us understand your expertise better. We'll follow up within a few days with next steps.