Tamil Music & Lyrics Specialist (Remote Contract)

mercor; Singapore; Remote; SGD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercor is seeking a Music & Lyrics Expert (Tamil) for a remote contract. The role focuses on evaluating AI-generated music and lyrics, with Tamil and English language criteria. The position runs up to 6 months with a workload of 20+ hours per week.

The ideal candidate is a songwriter/lyricist or music journalist with deep knowledge of Tamil music, capable of following detailed English instructions and using quality listening gear.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in Tamil.
• Ability to follow detailed written instructions in English.
• Experience as a songwriter, lyricist, performer, composer, or music journalist.
• Knowledge of the Tamil music scene.
• Headphones or studio monitors suitable for critical listening.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate AI-generated music across genres, focusing on Tamil and English.
• Compare AI lyrics with published songs to identify similarities.
• Rate lyrics based on quality, creativity, prompt adherence and originality.
• Assess lyrics for naturalness, including word choice, slang and regional expressions.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet flexible deadlines.

Skills

Tamil fluency

Follow English instructions

Songwriter/lyricist experience

Tamil music scene knowledge

Critical listening gear

Education

Formal training in music performance

Credited published songwriting

Job description

Mercor is seeking a Music & Lyrics Expert (Tamil) for a remote contract. The role focuses on evaluating AI-generated music and lyrics, with Tamil and English language criteria. The position runs up to 6 months with a workload of 20+ hours per week.

The ideal candidate is a songwriter/lyricist or music journalist with deep knowledge of Tamil music, capable of following detailed English instructions and using quality listening gear.