Video Evaluation Generalist

Official role description

Mercor is seeking detail-oriented writing experts to contribute to a high-impact video AI research project with a leading lab. We're looking for detail-oriented annotators to evaluate short video clips. In each task you'll watch two videos side by side, compare them against a provided rubric, and score them. This is a short-term, flexible opportunity for professionals with strong academic backgrounds and a knack for instructional clarity. Ideal for those who enjoy distilling complex concepts into well-crafted text. • * *

Job Details: • Evaluate Paired Video Outputs: Watch two short video clips presented side by side and compare them against a provided rubric across dimensions such as prompt adherence, motion quality, visual artifacts, and physical plausibility. • Score and Justify Preferences: Assign rubric scores to each clip, select an overall preference between the two, and document a brief written justification supporting the decision where prompted. • Maintain Scoring Consistency: Apply the same standard across high task volumes, holding calibration to the rubric steady so that judgments remain reliable and comparable throughout a production run.

Minimum Qualifications: • BS or BA from a reputable institution completed or in progress. • Strong writing and critical thinking skills. • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications: • 2+ years of experience in teaching or research.

Application & Onboarding Process: • Complete an AI-led interview, this should take around 15 minutes. • If selected, you will be invited to work on the project.

More Details About This Role: • Expect to contribute at least 20 hours per week. • Expect a commitment of around 1.5 weeks. • You’ll be working in a structured project environment with clear goals and tools.