Social Media Trendsetter - Cultural Expert

Company IntroductionMercor 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: Social Media Influencer – Independent Contractor, Remote
• Commitment: Flexible hours
• Collaborate with a leading AI lab to shape conversations around trends. Represent diverse voices from luxury to everyday lifestyle influencers.

Responsibilities

• Share insights on cultural trends, aesthetics, and consumer behavior.
• Provide authentic perspectives on products, styles, and movements shaping online communities.
• Create and refine content or feedback that reflects your unique taste and influence.
• Support evaluations of social media trends across platforms (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X).

Requirements / QualificationsMust-Have Qualifications

• Proven experience as a content creator or tastemaker in shopping, fashion, beauty, lifestyle, or related categories (10k+ engaged followers or 2+ years producing trend/recommendation content).
• Ability to identify, interpret, and contextualize trends, including microtrends, viral products, and cultural shifts.
• Content portfolio showcasing trendsetting or tastemaker status in the shopping or retail space (e.g., posts, videos, collaborations with brands).
• Clear and engaging written communication to describe taste and trends.

Engagement Details

• Hourly Rate: $40–$60/hr (USD), depending on experience and reach
• Payments issued weekly via Stripe Connect
• Independent contractor classification

Application Process (Takes 20-30 mins to complete)

• Submit your resume or social media portfolio highlighting your influence and expertise
• Complete a short 20-min AI interview to share your perspective on trends
• Selected applicants will be contacted regarding next steps

Resources & Support

• For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.