Design Expert — AI Grading & Evaluation
About the Role
Mercor is partnering with a leading AI research organization to engage experienced designers for a project focused on evaluating how well AI systems perform real-world design work. Rather than producing deliverables yourself, you will define what excellent work looks like: designing task-specific grading criteria and scoring completed work samples with rigorous, well-reasoned written justifications.
What You'll Do
- Design precise, task-specific grading criteria for real-world design deliverables (brand identity systems and guidelines, campaign and marketing visuals, presentation and layout design, packaging concepts, digital and social assets)
- Score AI-generated and human work samples against those criteria, with detailed written justifications for every score
- Apply consistent, evidence-based judgment so that scores are reproducible and defensible
- Incorporate structured feedback from senior reviewers and iterate quickly on your work
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience in graphic, brand, or visual design
- Background at world-class design studios or creative agencies, or in senior design roles at leading consumer or technology brands
- Deep fluency in the day-to-day craft: typography, layout and visual hierarchy, color, composition, brand systems, and articulating critique the way a design lead would in a review
- Exceptionally strong written communication, with the ability to explain exactly why a piece of work does or does not meet the bar
- Detail-oriented, consistent, and comfortable having your judgment reviewed and calibrated against peers
- Prior experience with AI training, evaluation, or human-data projects is a strong plus
Application Process
- Submit your resume, portfolio, or relevant professional background to get started
- Qualified applicants may be asked to complete a brief assessment or submit additional information
Compensation & Logistics
- Type: Independent Contractor / Hourly Contract
- Compensation: $80-$150 per hour, paid weekly via Stripe or Wise
- Location: Remote, flexible schedule
- Note: Mercor is unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time
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