**Mercor is hiring experienced music producers and audio engineers to evaluate generative music AI models, in partnership with a leading AI lab.** You will assess AI-generated music across a wide range of genres and rate it against detailed quality standards, working in Japanese and English. **Key Responsibilities**
About the role
Mercor is hiring experienced music producers and audio engineers to evaluate generative music AI models, in partnership with a leading AI lab.
You will assess AI-generated music across a wide range of genres and rate it against detailed quality standards, working in Japanese and English.
Key Responsibilities
- Compare AI-generated songs head-to-head on musicality, creativity, prompt adherence, vocal quality, and production/mix quality
- Label songs by genre, structure, instruments, vocals, and other musical characteristics
- Review AI-generated lyrics and vocals against reference material for quality and accuracy
Requirements
- Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese, and the ability to follow detailed written instructions in English
- 2+ years of experience as a music producer, audio engineer, or mixing engineer
- Headphones or studio monitors suitable for critical listening
Nice to have
- Formal training in music performance, theory, or composition
- Credited or commercially released production, engineering, or mixing work
- Broad familiarity with contemporary Japanese genres, sub-genres, and artists
Project Timeline
- Start date: immediate
- Duration: up to 6 months
- Commitment: flexible. Most experts work around 20 hours per week; there is no cap
- Compensation: this role is currently paid hourly. The pay structure may move to per-task during the project; if it does, your effective hourly rate will stay the same.
Application & Onboarding
- Upload your resume and complete the application steps, including the Bilingual Competency Interview in Japanese
- Receive next steps and onboarding details within a few days
Apply today and put your musical expertise to work.
We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.
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