Music Production Expert – Korean

Mercor

Music production expert evaluating Korean-English generative music for Mercor. Comparing AI songs, labeling musical characteristics, and reviewing lyrics and vocals for quality.

Posted 8/16/2026contractRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $35 - $62 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in music production and audio engineering, with a strong focus on evaluating AI-generated music for quality and creativity. Proficient in both Korean and English, capable of following detailed instructions and providing critical feedback on musical elements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Native Korean ProficiencyMusic Production ExperienceAudio Engineering SkillsCritical Listening AbilityFamiliarity with Korean Music Genres

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Hard Skills

Music ProductionAudio EngineeringMixing EngineeringMusic TheoryMusic Composition

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCritical ThinkingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

HeadphonesStudio Monitors

Industry Keywords

AI-Generated MusicMusicalityCreativityPrompt AdherenceVocal QualityProduction QualityKorean Music Genres

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Compare AI-generated songs head-to-head on musicality, creativity, prompt adherence, vocal quality, and production/mix quality
Label songs by genre, structure, instruments, vocals, and other musical characteristics
Review AI-generated lyrics and vocals against reference material for quality and accuracy
Evaluate generative music AI models in partnership with a leading AI lab
Work in Korean and English
Complete the Bilingual Competency Interview in Korean and participate in onboarding
Provide services as an independent contractor on assigned projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Native or near-native proficiency in Korean
Ability to follow detailed written instructions in English
2+ years of experience as a music producer, audio engineer, or mixing engineer
Headphones or studio monitors suitable for critical listening
Formal training in music performance, theory, or composition is a plus
Credited or commercially released production, engineering, or mixing work is a plus
Broad familiarity with contemporary Korean genres, sub-genres, and artists is a plus
Independent contractor engagement
H1-B and STEM OPT candidates are not supported

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedule
Fully remote work
Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise
Projects may be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance
Competitive pay
Collaboration with leading researchers
Referral payments of up to $250 per successful referral
Reasonable accommodations available upon request