VFX Artist / Creator

Role Overview Mercor is partnering with a leading AI lab to source video content creators with experience applying VFX (visual effects) to short-form videos. This is a unique opportunity for creators to apply their expertise in a highly innovative, research-driven context - your work will be instrumental to the advancement of frontier AI models. Key Responsibilities Identify the most visually appealing and impactful application of various VFX in different contexts Use video editing software - including traditional & generative AI tools, to tastefully add VFX to short-form videos Follow specific instructions regarding of video content and/or VFX application Produce high quality output within set time constraints Example VFX: Rain, snow, fire, clouds, explosions, debris, lightning, sparks, virtual characters, subject/object/outfit/background replacement Ideal Qualifications Have 3+ years of experience in VFX Degree in Visual Effects, Animation, Film/Media Production or similar preferred You have good aesthetic taste when it comes to how to apply VFX You have experience applying VFX (visual effects) to short-form videos for social media platforms You know how to use AI video editing tools in a way that looks natural and are able to refine the output (not just one shot prompting) You have experience producing high quality work under tight deadlines Design and execute high-quality visual effects for video content Handle tasks like compositing, object removal, rotoscoping, tracking, and digital cleanups More About the Opportunity Remote and asynchronous - control your own schedule Expected commitment: project-based, 20 to 50 hours per week This project is expected to run for several weeks with possibility of further extension Compensation & Contract Terms You will be paid an hourly rate of $45 per hour for this project You'll be classified as an independent contractor About Mercor Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations Thousands of professionals across domains including creativity, law, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on projects that help shape the frontier of AI.

Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. Thousands of professionals across domains including creativity, law, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on projects that help shape the frontier of AI.