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Telugu Music & Lyrics Specialist Job at Obsidian in San Francisco

Obsidian · San Francisco, CA, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Mercor is hiring experienced musicians to evaluate generative music AI models, in partnership with a leading AI lab.


You will assess AI-generated music across a wide range of genres and rate it against detailed quality standards, working in Telugu and English.


Key Responsibilities



  • Compare AI-generated lyrics with published songs to identify similarities

  • Rate lyrics based on quality, creativity, prompt adherence, and originality

  • Evaluate whether lyrics sound natural, including word choice, slang, and regional expressions.


Requirements



  • Native or near-native proficiency in Telugu, and the ability to follow detailed written instructions in English

  • Experience as a songwriter, lyricist, performer, composer, or music journalist, with knowledge of the Telugu music scene

  • Headphones or studio monitors suitable for critical listening


Nice to have



  • Formal training in music performance, theory, or composition

  • Credited or published songwriting work

  • Broad familiarity with contemporary Telugu genres, sub-genres, and artists


Project Timeline



  • Start date: immediate

  • Duration: up to 6 months

  • Commitment: flexible. Most experts work around 20 hours per week; there is no cap


We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.


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