Writer (Short Story Writer) | $150/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Short Story Writer for a 6–8 week contract to create and refine content for AI model training. Candidates must have a strong background in writing and publishing short stories, along with excellent editorial skills. This position offers remote work with a commitment of 10–20 hours per week with competitive rates of $100–$150 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in writing and publishing short stories.
• Portfolio of published work in literary journals or digital platforms.
• Strong understanding of narrative pacing and voice.

Responsibilities

• Develop original short story content for AI model training.
• Critically assess AI-generated stories for creativity and coherence.
• Provide editing and feedback to enhance AI output.

Skills

Professional writing experience

Strong portfolio

Understanding of narrative structure

Excellent critique skills

Education

Degree in creative writing, literature, or related field

Job description

Overview

Writer (Short Story Writer) | $150/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles connects top candidates with partners working on advanced AI research. This position is a 6–8 week hourly contract with potential extension, fully remote and asynchronous.

Details

Position: Short Story Writer

Type: Hourly Contract

Compensation: $100–$150/hour

Location: Remote

Duration: 6–8 weeks (with potential extension)

Commitment: 10–20 hours/week, fully remote and asynchronous

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and refine original short story content to train AI models.
• Critically assess AI-generated stories for creativity, pacing, and coherence.
• Apply strong knowledge of narrative structure, character development, and style.
• Provide editing, critique, and constructive feedback to enhance AI content output.
• Collaborate asynchronously with AI researchers to align literary artistry with technical development.

Requirements

• Strong professional experience writing and publishing short stories.
• Strong portfolio of published work in literary journals, anthologies, or digital platforms.
• Deep understanding of narrative structure, pacing, and voice.
• Excellent critique and editorial skills.
• Background or advanced degree in creative writing, literature, or related field is a plus.

Company

Crossing Hurdles is a recruitment firm. We refer top candidates to our partners working with the world’s leading AI research labs to help build and train cutting-edge AI models.