CHARACTER ANIMATION EXPERT - AI TOOLS

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: Character and Facial Animation Consultant Type: Contract Compensation: $60–$90/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities • Establish evaluation standards to define clear criteria for capturing performance in emotional resonance and physical fidelity. • Curate benchmarks by identifying strong examples of performances that are easy or hard to capture for meaningful model tests. • Shape the evaluation pool by defining the right profile, expertise mix, and rubric for human reviewers assessing outputs at scale. • Collaborate with fellow subject-matter experts to maintain consistent and accurate evaluations. Qualifications Must-Have • 4+ years as a hands-on character animator with human or character performance as your core craft. • Verifiable credits on 2 or more feature films, animated features, or AAA game cinematics at recognized studios. • Direct experience with facial animation and/or performance capture . • A meticulous eye for micro-expressions and emotional beats. • AI proficiency with familiarity in AI tools and workflows. • Ability to translate complex visual details into clear, precise 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, pixel-level review. 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.