Freelance Audio Engineer
Mercor
Contract
Software Development
Canada
Hiring from: Canada
Company Introduction
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Role Overview
Must-Have Qualifications
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Role Overview
- Position: Audio and Sound Specialist – Project-Based Contract, Remote
- Flexible weekly commitment (typically 30–40 hours/week).
- Collaborate with AI labs to create immersive soundscapes and synchronize audio-visual content. Shape AI systems' understanding of sound with emotion and storytelling.
- Identify and describe soundscapes of audio–visual content.
- Create and edit foley effects for realistic audio tracks.
- Engineer sound for clarity and immersion.
- Evaluate AI-generated sound outputs and suggest refinements.
Must-Have Qualifications
- 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 (e.g., Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton, Reaper).
- Strong creative judgment and attention to sonic detail.
- Ability to deliver polished outputs independently and remotely.
- $45-$65/hour depending on experience and geography.
- Paid weekly via Stripe Connect.
- Engagement structured as independent contracting.
- Remote and asynchronous — set your own schedule.
- Submit your resume or portfolio highlighting relevant audio work.
- Complete a brief interview to share your expertise and preferred areas of focus.
- For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
- For any help or support, reach out to: [email protected]
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