Senior Sound Designer
Posted 2 days ago by Mercor
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
United Kingdom
Summary: The Audio, Music, and Sound Specialist role at Mercor involves collaborating with AI labs to create immersive soundscapes and enhance audio-visual synchronization. This project-based contract position is remote, requiring 30–40 hours per week. Candidates should have a strong background in sound design and audio engineering, with proficiency in industry-standard tools. The role offers competitive compensation based on experience and geography.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and describe soundscapes of audio-visual content
- Create and edit foley effects for realistic audio tracks
- Engineer sound for clarity and immersion
- Evaluate and refine AI-generated sound outputs
Key Skills:
- 3+ years of professional experience in sound design, audio engineering, or related fields
- Proven track record in film, gaming, music production, or immersive media projects
- Proficiency with industry-standard audio tools (e.g., Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton, Reaper)
- Strong creative judgment and attention to sonic detail
- Ability to deliver polished outputs independently and remotely
Salary (Rate): £65.00/hour
City: undetermined
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
Company Introduction 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 .
Role Overview Position: Audio, Music, and Sound Specialist – Project-Based Contract, Remote Commitment: 30–40 hours/week Mission: Collaborate with AI labs to create immersive soundscapes and seamless audio-visual synchronization. Shape how AI systems understand, generate, and align sound with emotion and storytelling.
Responsibilities
- Identify and describe soundscapes of audio-visual content
- Create and edit foley effects for realistic audio tracks
- Engineer sound for clarity and immersion
- Evaluate and refine AI-generated sound outputs
Requirements / Qualifications
Must-Have Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional experience in sound design, audio engineering, or related fields
- Proven track record in film, gaming, music production, or immersive media projects
- Proficiency with industry-standard audio tools (e.g., Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton, Reaper)
- Strong creative judgment and attention to sonic detail
- Ability to deliver polished outputs independently and remotely
Engagement Details Remote and asynchronous – set your own schedule
Compensation: $45-$65/hour depending on experience and geography
Paid weekly via Stripe Connect
Contract Type: Independent contracting Project-based contract with potential for ongoing collaborations
Application Process Submit your resume or portfolio highlighting relevant audio work Complete a brief interview to share your expertise and preferred areas of focus Apply through Mercor to shape frontier AI research.