Creative Writing Expert - Published Author

Mercor

Montreal

On-site

CAD 103,320 - 206,640

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A creative talent agency is looking for a Creative Writer to review and enhance AI-generated content across various formats, including plays and novels. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of creative writing experience and a portfolio of published works, including literary achievements. This role offers flexible participation with a compensation range of $75–$150/hour, making it ideal for seasoned writers aiming to contribute their expertise in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in creative writing including playwriting, novel writing, and short fiction.
  • Substantial body of published work in recognized outlets.
  • Work featured in prestigious literary publications, journals, anthologies, or professional productions.
  • Recipient of recognized literary awards or honors in writing disciplines.
  • Exceptional command of narrative craft including structure, voice, dialogue, and character development.

Responsibilities

  • Review and refine AI-generated content across plays, novels, and short stories.
  • Evaluate outputs for literary quality, structure, tone, and thematic depth.
  • Provide detailed editorial feedback to improve coherence and originality.
  • Work independently and asynchronously to enhance narrative content quality.

Skills

Creative writing
Critique and refinement of written work
Narrative craft
Literary quality evaluation

Job description

About The Job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Position

Creative Writer

Type

Contract

Compensation

$75–$150/hour

Commitment

Flexible participation

Role Responsibilities
  • Review and refine AI-generated content across plays, novels, and short stories.
  • Evaluate outputs for literary quality, structure, tone, and thematic depth.
  • Provide detailed editorial feedback to improve coherence and originality.
  • Work independently and asynchronously to enhance narrative content quality.
Qualifications
Must-Have
  • 10+ years of experience in creative writing, including playwriting, novel writing, and/or short fiction.
  • A substantial body of published work (e.g., novels, staged plays, or multiple short stories in recognized outlets).
  • Work featured in prestigious literary publications, journals, anthologies, or professional productions.
  • Recipient of recognized literary awards, fellowships, or honors across any of the three disciplines.
  • Exceptional command of narrative craft, including structure, voice, dialogue, and character development across formats.
  • Strong ability to critique and refine written work with attention to style, coherence, and thematic depth.
Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)
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Resources & Support
  • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
  • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

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