Fiction Writer

Mercor; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading talent marketplace is seeking experienced Fiction Writers for a creative content training project. The role is ideal for literary professionals interested in engaging with AI through storytelling. Responsibilities include contributing expertise and working remotely on a flexible schedule, with a pay rate of $50/hr. Ideal candidates should have 2+ years of experience and a portfolio of published work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional writing experience in fiction or poetry.
• A portfolio of published work in literary journals, anthologies, or published books.
• Strong understanding of narrative voice, plot development, and stylistic techniques.
• Attention to detail, with the ability to classify content based on complex literary criteria.

Responsibilities

• Contribute expertise in storytelling for AI learning.
• Work remotely and asynchronously.
• Commit to 20–30 hours/week with flexible workflow.

Skills

Professional writing experience

Portfolio of published work

Understanding of narrative voice

Attention to detail

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Base pay range

$50.00/hr - $50.00/hr

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Mercor is partnering with a major AI research group to engage experienced fiction writers—including novelists, short story authors, and poets—for a creative content training project. Freelancers will contribute their expertise in storytelling, genre conventions, and language nuance to guide AI learning. This is a short-term, part-time engagement ideal for literary professionals seeking flexible project-based work.

Ideal Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional writing experience in fiction or poetry
• A portfolio of published work in literary journals, anthologies, or published books
• Strong understanding of narrative voice, plot development, and stylistic techniques
• Attention to detail, with the ability to classify content based on complex literary criteria

More About the Opportunity

• Remote and asynchronous — work from anywhere on your own schedule
• Expected commitment: 20–30 hours/week
• Flexible workflow with ongoing support and documentation

Compensation & Contract Terms

• Pay is $50/hr
• You’ll be classified as an independent contractor
• Paid weekly via Stripe Connect for services rendered

About Mercor

• Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations.
• Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
• Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Software Development, Writing and Editing, and Artists and Writers

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