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Remote Poets wanted (AI lab) | $100 to $150 per hour
🕑 Added 2025-09-05 03:27:51 +0000 UTCCOMPANY/PUBLICATION: MERCOR
Deadline: 5 October 2025
1. ROLE OVERVIEW
Mercor is partnering with a leading AI lab to contract seasoned poets for a creative initiative aimed at enhancing AI’s understanding of poetic structure, literary nuance, and emotional expression. This is a unique opportunity to apply artistic writing to frontier technology in a short-term engagement.
2. IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS
10+ years of experience writing and publishing poetry
Strong portfolio with notable literary journal publications, anthologies, or awards
Deep understanding of poetic devices, structure, voice, and tone
Ability to critically analyze and articulate what distinguishes high-quality poetry
Excellent written communication and editorial judgment
3. MORE ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Remote and asynchronous — set your own hours
Expected commitment: 20-30 hours/week
Project duration: 6-8 weeks, with potential for extension
4. COMPENSATION & CONTRACT TERMS
$100-150/hour
Paid weekly via Stripe Connect
Freelancers will be classified as independent contractors
5. 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.
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CONTACT INFORMATION:
Original job posting: Click here
Website: https://mercor.com/
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