Music & Lyrics Expert - Japanese
Posted 3 hours ago
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About the Role
Experts with a background in music and lyrics are invited to join an initiative focused on assessing generative music AI models. Collaborating with a top AI lab, you will help advance creative technology by vetting AI-produced material against strict excellence criteria. This position demands a sophisticated grasp of music and linguistics to improve how artificial intelligence handles audio and composition. You will scrutinize music and lyrical outputs in both Japanese and English, confirming they satisfy elite creative expectations. Your focus will be on evaluating the subtlety of AI content, specifically its ability to follow instructions while achieving a degree of innovation comparable to professional works. This role offers an exceptional chance to leverage your artistic expertise within the expanding domain of generative AI.
Requirements
- You must demonstrate native or near-native fluency in Japanese and be capable of executing intricate directives provided in English.
- You are required to have experience working as a music journalist, songwriter, composer, performer, or lyricist, alongside extensive familiarity with the Japanese music industry.
- You must supply your own high-fidelity headphones or studio monitors that are adequate for detailed audio analysis.
- Although not required, having a background in professional or credited songwriting, formal education in music theory or performance, and a wide-ranging knowledge of current Japanese artists and genres is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- You will systematically check AI-created lyrics against established musical works to identify any unpermitted resemblances or replications.
- Your primary tasks involve grading lyrical pieces based on their uniqueness, prompt compliance, and creative quality.
- You will also assess the fluidity of the language, verifying that the AI utilizes suitable vocabulary, slang, and genuine regional phrasing to produce an engaging and authentic result.
Benefits & Perks
- This role provides high scheduling adaptability, with a typical workload of roughly 20 hours weekly, though no maximum hour limit is imposed.
- The term of this assignment is scheduled for a duration of up to six months.
- Pay is distributed per completed task, with specific compensation amounts determined based on your geographical location.
Note: This listing is summarized and paraphrased by WorkNow from a publicly posted role. For the original wording and full details, please refer to the employer's official posting.
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