Freelance Audio Engineer

Overview

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: Audio Editor

Type: Independent Contractor

Compensation: $40–$60/hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: 20–50 hours/week

Base pay range

$40.00/hr – $60.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Edit and mix dialogue, sound effects, and music for both short and long-form video content.
• Clean up raw audio by removing background noise, equalizing voices, and balancing levels.
• Sync sound precisely with visuals and transitions to maximize impact.
• Add SFX and ambient layers to enhance storytelling and realism.
• Collaborate with video editors and producers to ensure cohesive sound design.
• Maintain consistent loudness, tone, and quality across all content formats.

Qualifications

• Must-Have
  • 3+ years of experience in audio editing, mixing, or sound design.
  • Proficiency with Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, DaVinci Resolve Fairlight, or similar DAWs.
  • A strong ear for detail, pacing, and emotion in sound.
  • Understanding of music licensing, sound libraries, and audio effects.
• Preferred
  • Degree in Audio Engineering, Music Production, Film/Media Production, or similar.
  • Experience designing audio for short-form, social, or branded content.

Compensation & Legal

• Hourly contractor
• $45/hour for this project

Application Process

• 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/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.

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