This is a Photographer - APPLY TODAY role with Mercor based in Sydney, NSW, Australia Mercor Role Seniority - junior, mid level More about the Photographer - APPLY TODAY role at Mercor APPLY TODAY This is a priority role we're looking to fill ASAP! Hiring can be as fast as 3 days Role Overview Mercor is partnering with a leading AI lab to source experienced photographers for a short-term creative project. This is a unique opportunity for visual creatives to apply their expertise in a highly innovative, research-driven context. Candidates with recent photography experience, strong written communication skills, and interest in experimental visual formats are especially encouraged to express interest. Key Responsibilities Capture and deliver original, high-resolution photographs aligned with provided guidelines Adjust lighting, composition, and framing for consistency across image sets Work with flexible style prompts that may include creative or atypical visual instructions Upload and tag image files using a standardized format Write clear and concise annotations describing the visual content, context, and style of each image Ideal Qualifications Demonstrated track record of photography in commercial, editorial, or creative contexts Proven written communication skills for describing visual content Able to work independently and creatively interpret flexible briefs Comfort with digital submission tools and remote collaboration More About the Opportunity Remote and asynchronous — control your own schedule Expected commitment: project-based, ~20 hours/ week May be extended based on output quality and interest Compensation & Contract Terms ~$45/hour (effective rate, based on task completion and quality review) You’ll be classified as an independent contractor Pay is in USD and subject to exchange rates About Mercor Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Mercor team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Capturing photographs Adjusting images Uploading and tagging Key Strengths Photography experience ✍️ Written communication skills Creative interpretation Digital submission tools Why Mercor is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with Mercor not with Hatch.
