Music & Lyrics Expert - Japanese

Official role description

Mercor is hiring experienced musicians to evaluate generative music AI models, in partnership with a leading AI lab. — You will assess AI-generated music across a wide range of genres and rate it against detailed quality standards, working in Japanese and English. — Key Responsibilities • Compare AI-generated lyrics with published songs to identify similarities • Rate lyrics based on quality, creativity, prompt adherence, and originality • Evaluate whether lyrics sound natural, including word choice, slang, and regional expressions. — Requirements • Native or near-native proficiency in Japanese, and the ability to follow detailed written instructions in English • Experience as a songwriter, lyricist, performer, composer, or music journalist, with knowledge of the Japanese music scene • Headphones or studio monitors suitable for critical listening — Nice to have • Formal training in music performance, theory, or composition • Credited or published songwriting work • Broad familiarity with contemporary Japanese genres, sub-genres, and artists — Project Timeline • Start date: immediate • Duration: up to 6 months • Commitment: flexible. Most experts work around 20 hours per week; there is no cap — Application & Onboarding • Upload your resume and complete the application steps, including the Bilingual Competency Interview in Japanese • Receive next steps and onboarding details within a few days — Apply today and put your musical expertise to work. — We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.