Writer

Mercor; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading AI research firm seeks a Creative Writer to support data campaigns remotely. Responsibilities include evaluating responses in areas such as Creative Writing and Companionship, with flexible hours ranging from 20 to 40 per week. Candidates must be proficient in English and possess strong creative and communication skills. This role allows for independent scheduling in a fully remote environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English (both written and spoken).
• Experience in fiction, poetry, screenwriting, or narrative development.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to ongoing data campaigns in Creative Writing, Companionship, and Presentation.
• Evaluate responses for effectiveness, naturalness, and originality.
• Provide feedback on clarity and structure of communications.

Skills

Creative Writing

Emotional Intelligence

Presentation Skills

Attention to Detail

Strong Communication Skills

Job description

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Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $50.00/hr

We are seeking Creative Writers and Evaluation Tutors to support research projects with a leading AI lab. In this role, you will contribute to ongoing data campaigns across several sub-domains: Creative Writing, Companionship, and Presentation. You will apply your judgment, critical thinking, and expertise to evaluate which responses are the most effective, natural, and compelling.

Ideal Profiles

There will be multiple ongoing campaigns, and we are looking for tutors who can meaningfully contribute to at least one of them. Candidates with strengths in one or more of the following areas will be especially well-suited:

Creative Writing

• Strong background in fiction, poetry, screenwriting, or narrative development.
• Experience producing original content such as speeches, dialogues, or literary critiques.
• Ability to assess creativity, originality, and narrative flow.

Companionship

• Capacity to recognize responses that demonstrate emotional intelligence, empathy, and helpfulness.
• Keen awareness of tone, conciseness, and natural conversational flow.
• Understanding of what makes interactions feel authentic and supportive.

Presentation

• Ability to evaluate responses for clarity, structure, and overall polish.
• Strong sense of how ideas should be articulated and communicated effectively.
• Familiarity with persuasive, professional, or educational communication styles is a plus.

General Requirements

Across all campaigns, it is important that the team members:

• Have broad range of knowledge and skills across multiple areas.
• Are highly proficient in English (both written and spoken).
• Are responsive and demonstrate strong communication skills.
• Have great attention to detail and the ability to apply consistent judgment.
• Are reliable and able to manage deadlines independently in a remote environment.
• Hours: 20–40 per week (flexible and ongoing).
• Location: Fully remote and asynchronous — work according to your own schedule.

About Mercor

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs, headquartered in San Francisco, CA. Our distinguished investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.

Apply today and redefine digital creativity alongside groundbreaking AI technologies!

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Writing/Editing

Industries

• Writing and Editing
• Artists and Writers