NBA Expert & Metadata Specialist
About the job Mercor 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. Position: Basketball Metadata Auditor Type: Contract Compensation: $25–$35/hour Duration: Project-based Commitment: Flexible hours Role Responsibilities • Review pre-labeled NBA game footage for accuracy and completeness. • Audit sport-specific metadata tags such as play types, offensive sets, defensive schemes, player roles, fouls, game situations, shot clock context, and possession details. • Ensure metadata aligns precisely with the unique prompts/cues associated with each video. • Identify labeling inconsistencies, missing tags, or incorrect classifications. • Refine and correct metadata to ensure high domain accuracy. • Provide structured feedback on systematic labeling errors or edge cases. • Maintain consistency in tagging logic across all videos. Qualifications Must-Have • Deep knowledge of NBA rules, gameplay mechanics, and terminology. • Strong understanding of offensive systems (e.g., pick-and-roll, isolation, motion offense, horns sets, etc.). • Strong understanding of defensive schemes (e.g., man-to-man, zone, switch-heavy defenses, drop coverage, traps, etc.). • Strong understanding of game situations (e.g., clutch time, late-game execution, out-of-bounds plays, transition vs half-court, etc.). • Strong understanding of foul identification and officiating mechanics. • Prior experience in coaching, competitive playing, basketball analytics, film breakdown, scouting, or broadcast analysis. • Exceptional attention to detail. • Ability to follow structured annotation guidelines. Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) • Upload resume • AI interview based on your resume • Submit form Resources & Support • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: • For any help or support, reach out to: [email protected] PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.