Professional Photographer - Visual Storyteller

About the job

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey .

Position: Professional Photographer / Videographer
Type: Contract
Compensation: $60/hour
Location: Remote
Role Responsibilities

- Shoot 10 input images of people, objects, or backgrounds.

- Capture 1 output image and 1 output video that integrate all inputs in the same frame.

- Ensure all produced content is of high quality and aligns with provided guidelines.

- Work independently and efficiently in fast-paced environments .

- Deliver polished results without overcomplicating the process.

Qualifications

Must-Have

- 2+ years of professional photography experience.

- Strong photo/video portfolio demonstrating high-quality visual storytelling.

- Access to professional camera equipment ( DSLR or equivalent; no phone-only setups).

- Proficiency with standard editing software (e.g., Premiere Pro , Final Cut Pro , CapCut ).

- Ability to work independently, efficiently, and under tight deadlines.

Preferred

- Creative, adaptable problem-solver who thrives in dynamic environments.

- Self-starter with a passion for creating and experimenting with new visual ideas.

Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete)

- Interview: 20 minutes

- Form: 5 minutes

- Work Trial: Selected candidates will complete a paid Work Trial ($120) . Successful candidates will be onboarded to the project and eligible for additional work.

Compensation & Legal

- Successful completion of one task will earn $120 per task .

- The task is expected to take about 2 hours, making the effective rate approximately $60/hour , but compensation is based on task completion rather than hours worked.

- This is a per-task payment, not an hourly payment.

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PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

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