Audio Tutor (Full Time)

Audio • Hourly Contract • Remote • $45-$100/hour

Mercor is partnering with an AI research group to onboard audio professionals who can elevate voice and sound modeling through expert annotations and task design.

As an AI Tutor - Audio Specialist, you will refine large-scale AI models by crafting multimodal datasets, evaluating outputs, and guiding sound-focused workflows in collaboration with engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Use proprietary software to label, annotate, and evaluate audio clips, voice recordings, and other sound-based data.
• Deliver curated, high-quality datasets that ensure clarity, professionalism, and accurate sonic representation.
• Collaborate with AI researchers and engineers to train models on advanced voice and sound processing capabilities.
• Develop tasks and test sets that improve AI performance in voice modulation, noise reduction, and immersive sound design.
• Support the enhancement of annotation tools and workflows to improve project efficiency and consistency.

Ideal Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in audio engineering, music production, communications, or a related field.
• Strong, professional vocal presence suitable for voice recordings and demonstrations.
• Proven experience in audio post-production, sound design, podcasting, or music arrangement with a deep understanding of acoustics, mixing, and signal processing.
• Proficiency with audio enhancement tools, including waveform analysis, equalization, and format optimization.
• Solid understanding of industry standards, best practices, and equipment used in professional sound editing.
• Excellent communication, technical, and detail-oriented skills with a commitment to supporting sophisticated audio capabilities in AI.

Preferred Qualifications

• Portfolio of professional audio work such as edited tracks, hosted podcasts, or produced compositions available online.
• Experience in broadcasting, studio recording, sound design, or roles involving audio critique and optimization.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Location options include remote or in-office in Palo Alto, CA (5 days per week).
• Schedule is 9:00am to 5:30pm PST for the first two weeks, then 9:00am to 5:30pm in your local timezone.
• Requires a Chromebook, Mac (macOS 11+), or Windows 10+ device and reliable smartphone access.
• U.S. applicants must reside outside Wyoming and Illinois.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.

Compensation & Terms

• $45-$100/hour depending on experience, expertise, and location.
• International pay rates are available upon request.
• Payments are issued regularly for services rendered as part of a broader rewards structure that varies by country.

Application Process

• Submit your resume or portfolio to get started.
• Complete a 15-minute screening interview.
• Participate in a technical deep dive covering audio experience and annotation work if selected.
• Work through a take-home audio challenge focused on sound quality or editing precision followed by a team meet and greet.
• The interview process is designed to be completed within one week.

About Mercor & JobHub

Mercor partners with JobHub by NeonLabs to connect top global talent with leading AI labs and research organizations. Through this collaboration, specialists across disciplines can contribute to frontier AI development with structured support.

Mercor is backed by investors including Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. JobHub by NeonLabs recruits on Mercor's behalf and welcomes all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics, providing reasonable accommodations upon request.

Mercor partners with JobHub by NeonLabs to connect top global talent with leading AI labs and research organizations. Through this collaboration, specialists across disciplines can contribute to frontier AI development with structured support.

Mercor is backed by investors including Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. JobHub by NeonLabs recruits on Mercor's behalf and welcomes all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics, providing reasonable accommodations upon request.