Writing and Editing Specialist
@ Mercor

Hybrid
$200,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 4 days ago

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About Mercor

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 Overview: Writing and Editing Specialist

This is a full-time role with competitive compensation ranging from $90,000 to $200,000 per year. The role can be based in Palo Alto, CA or remote.

Role Responsibilities

  • Label, annotate, and evaluate AI-generated text for clarity, flow, and engagement.
  • Critique and enhance writing quality across diverse genres focusing on structure, tone, and coherence.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to design and refine annotation frameworks.
  • Ensure editorial accuracy by maintaining consistency in grammar, phrasing, and style.
  • Provide feedback to improve annotation tools, processes, and writing systems.
  • Apply expert judgment to ensure text meets creative and professional standards.

Qualifications

Must-Have: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Linguistics or related field; published portfolio of works; demonstrated ability to refine text for readability, logic, and style; exceptional attention to detail; strong communication skills and familiarity with editorial standards.

Preferred: Advanced experience in professional writing/editing; previous roles in editorial, content strategy, or creative communications; familiarity with digital editing tools and structured review processes.

Compensation & Legal

Salary ranges from $90,000 to $200,000 annually depending on experience and location. Benefits packages vary by country.

Application Process

Submit your resume and portfolio, complete a 20-30 minute interview, then proceed to meet the team if successful.

Resources & Support

For process details visit Mercor Talent Documentation. For support, email support@mercor.com.

Key skills/competency

  • Editing
  • Writing
  • Annotation
  • Critique
  • Communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Collaboration
  • Analytical
  • Content strategy
  • Digital tools
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How to Get Hired at Mercor

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor your editing experience clearly.
  • Highlight portfolio: Provide published work evidence.
  • Research Mercor: Learn about their mission and values.
  • Prepare for interviews: Practice detailed editing critiques.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review digital editing tool functionalities.
Practice detailed AI text annotation exercises.
Familiarize with proprietary labeling platforms.
Learn industry-standard text evaluation methods.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you critiqued creative work.
Explain how you manage strict deadlines.
Share your experience in teamwork settings.
Detail how you handle criticism constructively.

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