Songwriter

Crossing Hurdles; United States; Remote; USD 137,760 - 206,640; Part time

Job summary

A creative agency is looking for a skilled Songwriter to write and refine song lyrics for AI training. This fully remote position requires mid-senior level expertise in songwriting and lyric-writing. Ideal candidates should have proven success in the music industry and be able to evaluate AI-generated content. The role offers flexible hours at a pay rate of $100–$150 per hour over a 6–8 week contract.

Qualifications

• Strong professional songwriting and lyric-writing experience.
• Credited contributions to widely released, charting, or commercially successful songs.
• Strong command of song structure, lyrical devices, and genre-specific writing.
• Excellent written communication and creative critique skills.

Responsibilities

• Write, review, and refine song lyrics and compositions to train AI models.
• Evaluate AI-generated lyrics for creativity and authenticity.
• Apply knowledge of song structure and storytelling in music.
• Provide feedback on lyrical and musical elements.
• Work asynchronously with AI research teams.

Skills

Professional songwriting experience

Lyric-writing experience

Strong command of song structure

Excellent written communication

Creative critique skills

Job description

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This range is provided by Crossing Hurdles. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$100.00/hr - $150.00/hr

Position: Songwriter

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

• Write, review, and refine song lyrics and compositions to train AI models.
• Evaluate AI-generated lyrics for creativity, authenticity, and adherence to genre conventions.
• Apply deep knowledge of song structure, melody-lyric integration, and storytelling in music.
• Provide constructive feedback on lyrical and musical elements.
• Work asynchronously with AI research teams to align artistic creativity with technical objectives.

Requirements

• Strong professional songwriting and lyric-writing experience.
• Credited contributions to widely released, charting, or commercially successful songs.
• Strong command of song structure, lyrical devices, and genre-specific writing.
• Excellent written communication and creative critique skills.

P.S.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Writing/Editing and Consulting

Industries

• Artists and Writers