Job description
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
Playwright/Screenwriter/Dialogue Specialist
Details
- Type: Contract
- Compensation: $38/hour
- Location: Remote
- Commitment: Flexible schedule
Role Responsibilities
- Inhabit characters in simulated role-play scenarios. Evaluate whether AI-generated dialogue and behavior reflect authentic, high-EQ decision-making.
- Assess AI model responses across 7 Theory of Mind dimensions: Intentions, Emotions, Desires, Percepts, Knowledge, Beliefs, and Non-literal Communication.
- Compare two AI model outputs and select the preferred response. Provide a written rationale (:50 words per dimension).
- Evaluate the quality of Social Signaling. Determine if character actions serve as meaningful external manifestations of psychological states.
- Identify subtext, sarcasm, irony, and cultural nuance in dialogue. Focus on Eastern vs. Western interpersonal dynamics.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- Professional experience as a playwright, screenwriter, narrative designer, or dialogue writer.
- Strong ability to inhabit a character and evaluate strategic interpersonal decisions.
- High sensitivity to subtext, non-literal communication, and emotional authenticity in dialogue.
- Familiarity with Eastern and Western cultural communication styles.
Compensation & Legal
- Hourly contractor
- Paid hourly
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: [email protected]
PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.