ACTING & ANIMATION SPECIALIST - REMOTE | UPTO $90/HR

About the job 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 . Position: Acting & Animation Performance Consultant Type: Contract Compensation: $60–$90/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities • Establish evaluation standards to define criteria for capturing performance in emotional resonance and physical fidelity. • Curate benchmarks by identifying strong examples of performances for meaningful model tests. • Shape the evaluation pool by defining profiles and rubrics for human reviewers. • Collaborate with other experts to maintain consistent and accurate evaluations. • Work independently and asynchronously to meet deadlines while improving AI model performance. Qualifications Must-Have • 7 to 10 years of professional experience in the entertainment or animation industry. • Proven track record on 2 or more professional films . • Specialization in Character Animation , Character Technical Design , Acting Teacher or Coach , or Director of Photography (DP) . • Meticulous eye for micro-expressions and emotional beats. • AI proficiency with tools and workflows. • Ability to translate complex visual details into clear language. • Able to come on-site in Playa Vista (Los Angeles), CA or New York, NY for in-person sessions once or twice a month. Preferred • Reliable access to a 4K-resolution monitor for precise review. Compensation & Legal • Hourly contractor • W-2 employment through Cincinnatus LLC Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) • Upload resume • AI interview based on your resume • Submit form Resources & Support • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome • For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.