[Hiring] Tamil Music Specialist @Mercor

Role Description

Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. The position is for a Music & Lyrics Expert - Tamil, on a contract basis with a compensation of $15–$19/hour. The role is remote, lasting up to 6 months, with a commitment of 20+ hours/week.

• Evaluate AI-generated music across various genres, focusing on quality standards in Tamil and English.
• Compare AI-generated lyrics with published songs to identify similarities.
• Rate lyrics based on quality, creativity, prompt adherence, and originality.
• Assess lyrics for naturalness, including word choice, slang, and regional expressions.
• Work independently and asynchronously to meet flexible deadlines.

Qualifications

• Native or near-native proficiency in Tamil.
• Ability to follow detailed written instructions in English.
• Experience as a songwriter, lyricist, performer, composer, or music journalist.
• Knowledge of the Tamil music scene.
• Headphones or studio monitors suitable for critical listening.

Requirements

• Formal training in music performance, theory, or composition (preferred).
• Credited or published songwriting work (preferred).
• Broad familiarity with contemporary Tamil genres, sub-genres, and artists (preferred).

Application Process

• Upload resume.
• Complete the Bilingual Competency Interview in Tamil.
• Receive next steps and onboarding details within a few days.

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: Interview Process Details .
• For any help or support, reach out to: [email protected] .