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VFX Artist / Creator at Mercor

posted 5 months ago
mercor.com Contractor remote 45/hour 366 views

VFX Artist / Creator | $45/hr | Worldwide Remote

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI lab to source video content creators with experience applying visual effects to short-form videos. This is a unique opportunity to apply your VFX expertise in a highly innovative, research-driven context—your work will be instrumental to the advancement of frontier AI models.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify the most visually appealing and impactful application of various VFX in different contexts
  • Use video editing software (not AI tools) to tastefully add VFX to short-form videos
  • Follow specific instructions regarding video content and/or VFX application
  • Produce high-quality output within set time constraints
  • Apply effects including: rain, snow, fire, clouds, explosions, debris, lightning, sparks, virtual characters, subject/object/outfit/background replacement

Ideal Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in VFX
  • Degree in Visual Effects, Animation, Film/Media Production or similar preferred
  • Strong aesthetic taste for applying VFX appropriately
  • Experience applying visual effects to short-form videos for social media platforms
  • Proven ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines
  • Expertise in compositing, object removal, rotoscoping, tracking, and digital cleanups

Project Details

  • Remote and asynchronous—control your own schedule
  • Expected commitment: 20 to 50 hours per week
  • Project-based work expected to run for several weeks with possibility of extension
  • Independent contractor classification

About Mercor

Mercor is a talent marketplace connecting top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. Thousands of professionals across creativity, law, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on projects that help shape the frontier of AI.

How to apply for this role
  • Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
  • Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
  • Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.
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