Bilingual Writer - Arabic (Egypt)
Mercor • Remote, Egypt
Education
Not stated
Type
Hourly
Pay Rate
$30/hr
Listed
81d ago
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About this role
From the Mercor listing
Mercor is hiring native Arabic speakers to help capture and evaluate real, natural voice interactions with a next-generation AI assistant, in partnership with a leading AI lab.
You will use a specialized version of the app on your own Mac to complete everyday tasks by voice, then log and rate the AI's responses in your bilingual language.
Key Responsibilities
Use your voice to compose messages, emails, and notes across everyday apps
Direct the AI to take actions such as generating images, formatting text, applying spreadsheet formulas, or summarizing documents
Record accurate transcripts of your spoken queries, and produce a cleaned-up transcript
Rate the AI's responses
Log all task data in a structured tracking sheet and upload supporting recordings to a shared drive
Ideal Qualifications
Native or near-native proficiency in Egyptian Arabic (raised/native to Egypt preferred)
Able to understand and follow instructions in English
MUST own a Mac with an Apple Silicon chip (M1, M2, or M3) running macOS Sequoia 15.0 or newer
Regular, everyday use of common productivity apps (email, messaging, docs, spreadsheets, browsers)
Comfortable with detailed, structured data entry and self-directed quality review
Project Timeline
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 3 weeks
Application & Onboarding
Upload your resume and application form
Complete a 25-minute conversational interview on your background, experience, and motivations
Set up your Mercor Expert email and complete technical setup
Receive next steps and onboarding details within a few days
Apply today and help shape the future of natural, voice-driven AI!
We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.
Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in one of: Remote, Egypt
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
How long hiring takes
Across the AI training platforms we refer candidates to, the median gap between referral and hire is about 30 days. It varies by platform and role, so treat it as a rough guide for this one.
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Fluent proficiency in Arabic or English
Why this role
This Bilingual Writer - Arabic (Egypt) role pays $30/hr fully remote, so the Writing work here isn't limited to whoever happens to live near an AI lab's office.
Talent pool
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Common questions
Is Mercor for freelancers or full-time contractors?
Mercor places you with one client for a defined engagement, like 'Python Tutor for 3 months', rather than having you grab small tasks from a shared queue. Most roles function as steady contract work, not one-off gigs.
Does Mercor's application require an on-camera interview?
Yes, every applicant records a video interview with an AI interviewer that asks questions about your resume. Clients review that recording to judge communication skills before matching, so there's no way to apply without going on camera.
How is my creative work used in AI training?
As ground-truth data: for writers, that means creative generation samples; for voice actors, it often means training text-to-speech models. Check the specific contract details on rights usage for your voice or likeness before signing.
Do creative AI training roles allow creative freedom?
Some, within limits. You're hired for your talent, but most projects still require following strict style guides, like keeping a neutral tone or matching a technical-manual style. Consistency across the dataset matters more than personal expression here.
What does Writing work look like for a Bilingual Writer - Arabic (Egypt)?
Tasks here are scoped to Writing, not generic labeling. As a Bilingual Writer - Arabic (Egypt), expect to draw on real domain judgment (evaluating outputs, correcting errors, or providing expert reasoning specific to Writing) rather than following a one-size-fits-all rubric. If you don't have hands-on Writing background, this is likely not the right listing to start with.
What specific skills does this listing call for?
Arabic, Bilingual, and English are named directly in the listing. If you don't have hands-on experience with these, expect the screening process to test for them directly rather than accepting adjacent experience as a substitute.
How much does this specific role pay?
This listing is posted at $30/hr, an hourly rate. Pay can change between when we last checked the listing and when you apply, so confirm the current number on the platform's own application page before committing time.
Do I need to be fluent in Arabic or English?
Yes. This role specifically requires Arabic or English proficiency, on top of the English most AI training work assumes by default. If Arabic is not a language you're fluent in, this is not the right role. Filter for your native language to find better-matched listings.
What happens when I click Apply on this listing?
You'll be taken to Mercor's external site to complete your application there. This listing links through a referral, but the process is identical to applying directly; the link just routes you correctly. Create an account on their site and follow their onboarding steps.
Can I apply from outside Egypt?
This specific role is open only to people based in Egypt. If you are somewhere else, applying is unlikely to lead to an offer even if you pass the assessment, because the restriction is usually about where the work can legally be contracted rather than your skills. Read the full description for any tax-residency or right-to-work caveats before you apply.
Is there an interview?
Yes. Complete a 25-minute conversational interview on your background, experience, and motivations
How soon will I start working after applying to Mercor?
Not immediately. Mercor is a talent marketplace, not a task queue, so applying puts you in a pool of candidates. You start working only once a specific client, like a major AI lab, selects your profile, and that matching process can take weeks.