Graphic & UX/UI Designer Talent Network | $60-$80/hr Remote
Listing checked August 29, 2026 · pay as published by Mercor
Overview
This is an open application to join a talent network connecting Graphic and UX/UI Designers with leading AI labs and companies. Once accepted, you'll be considered for contract projects where you'll train and evaluate AI models by creating design tasks and providing expert feedback. The work is remote and flexible, with typical commitments of 15–30 hours per week.
What You'll Do4
- 1Evaluate and improve the design capabilities of AI systems by assessing their outputs in graphic design and user interface tasks.
- 2Create realistic design deliverables — such as wireframes, prototypes, and visual mockups — to train AI models on real-world scenarios.
- 3Provide detailed, domain-specific feedback to help advance frontier AI research in UX/UI design.
- 4Collaborate with project teams on a rolling basis, adapting to varying project scopes and durations.
Requirements3
- 1Professional experience in user experience research, interface design (using tools like Figma or Adobe XD), and visual design including prototyping.
- 2Strong written and verbal communication skills to articulate design rationale and feedback clearly.
- 3Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule in a fully remote environment.
Who Should Apply
This opportunity is ideal for experienced Graphic and UX/UI Designers who are self-starters, comfortable with flexible contract work, and excited to apply their craft to cutting-edge AI training projects. You should be passionate about design quality and eager to help shape how AI understands and creates visual and interactive experiences.
Salary Insight
The pay rate for projects is $60.00 to $80.00 per hour, depending on the scope and your expertise.
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When submitting your portfolio, emphasize projects that showcase your end-to-end design process — from research and wireframing to polished interfaces — and clearly highlight your proficiency with Figma or Adobe XD.
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