Photographer for Creative Project - Remote

Overview

Mercor is partnering with a leading AI lab to source experienced photographers for a short-term creative project. This is a unique opportunity for visual creatives to apply their expertise in a highly innovative, research-driven context.

In Short

• Capture and deliver original, high-resolution photographs aligned with provided guidelines
• Adjust lighting, composition, and framing for consistency across image sets
• Work with flexible style prompts that may include creative or atypical visual instructions
• Upload and tag image files using a standardized format
• Write clear and concise annotations describing the visual content, context, and style of each image

Requirements

• Have access to a DSLR or equivalent camera and tripod (phone does not count)
• Experience with capturing high quality photography, whether in a professional, freelance or hobby capacity
• Currently attending or recently graduated from a college or university in the United States
• Remote and asynchronous — control your own schedule
• Expected commitment: project-based, ~20 hours/ week
• May be extended based on output quality and interest

Benefits

• ~$60/hour (effective rate, paid per task completion and based on quality of output)
• You’ll be classified as an independent contractor