Sound Specialist

Description:

Mercor, a San Francisco–based company backed by leading investors such as Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey, is hiring Sound Specialists to collaborate with top AI research labs. This fully remote, contract-based opportunity allows experienced sound professionals to contribute to the future of AI-driven immersive audio and audio-visual systems.

As a Sound Specialist, you will create, edit, and refine soundscapes to enhance the realism and emotional resonance of audio-visual projects. Your work will directly shape AI models’ ability to understand, interpret, and generate sound with human-like creativity and storytelling precision. This role is ideal for professionals with a background in film, gaming, music production, or immersive media who are passionate about combining technical expertise with creative sound design.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and describe soundscapes for diverse audio-visual projects.

• Design and edit foley effects to create realistic and immersive soundtracks.

• Engineer audio outputs for clarity, depth, and impact.

• Evaluate AI-generated audio and provide refinements to improve performance and emotional resonance.

• Collaborate with AI researchers to help systems better understand sound in storytelling and immersive environments.

Requirements:

• Must-Have:

  • 3+ years of professional experience in sound design, audio engineering, or related fields.

  • Proven track record in film, gaming, music production, or immersive media projects.

  • Proficiency with industry-standard audio tools such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton, Reaper.

  • Strong creative judgment, storytelling ability, and meticulous attention to sonic detail.

  • Ability to work independently, delivering polished and professional results remotely.

• Preferred Skills & Experience:

  • Experience with AI-generated audio and processing techniques.

  • Strong collaboration and communication skills for cross-functional teamwork.

  • Emotional intelligence and creative problem-solving in sound design.

Engagement Details:

• Contract-based role – fully remote and asynchronous (set your own schedule).

• Flexible weekly commitment, typically 30–40 hours per week.

• Compensation: $45 – $65 per hour, depending on experience and geography.

• Payment made weekly via Stripe Connect.

Application Process:
The application typically takes 20–30 minutes and involves:

1. Submitting your resume and portfolio showcasing relevant audio work.

2. Completing a short interview to highlight your expertise and focus areas.

Resources & Support:

• Application guidelines and process details: Mercor Talent Documentation

• For technical assistance and queries: support@mercor.com

Desired Skills & Competencies:

• Sound Design & Audio Engineering

• Foley Artistry & Sound Synchronization

• Creative Storytelling & Emotional Soundscapes

• Proficiency in Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton, Reaper

• Collaboration, time management, and strong attention to detail

• Familiarity with AI-driven audio systems