Video Evaluation & Scoring Specialist

Obsidian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercor is seeking detail-oriented writing experts to contribute to a high-impact video AI research project. You will evaluate paired video outputs, score them against a rubric, and document brief rationales.

This is a short-term, flexible engagement for researchers with strong academic backgrounds who can distill complex concepts into clear text. Ideal candidates hold a BS/BA (in progress acceptable), strong writing and critical thinking, and the ability to work independently to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• BS or BA from a reputable institution completed or in progress.
• Strong writing and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate paired video outputs by watching two clips side by side and comparing them against a rubric.
• Score rubric-based ratings for each clip and justify a preferred option when prompted.
• Maintain scoring consistency across a high-volume task workload to ensure reliable judgments.

Skills

Strong writing

Critical thinking

Deadline oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree (BS/BA)

Job description

Mercor is seeking detail-oriented writing experts to contribute to a high-impact video AI research project. You will evaluate paired video outputs, score them against a rubric, and document brief rationales.

This is a short-term, flexible engagement for researchers with strong academic backgrounds who can distill complex concepts into clear text. Ideal candidates hold a BS/BA (in progress acceptable), strong writing and critical thinking, and the ability to work independently to meet deadlines.