I hold a Master’s in Communication Studies and currently serve as a high school English educator, a combination that allows me to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical narrative analysis. Since August, I have been contributing to projects at Mercor, honing my ability to apply complex guidelines to diverse datasets. My graduate background provided me with a deep understanding of discourse analysis and rhetorical structures, making me uniquely qualified to identify the 'Challenger/Explorer' roles and synthesis moves central to this initiative. I am eager to apply my analytical rigor to help map the conversational dynamics that will power the next generation of speculative fiction.

Jeff Farrell

I hold a Master’s in Communication Studies and currently serve as a high school English educator, a combination that allows me to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical narrative analysis. Since August, I have been contributing to projects at Mercor, honing my ability to apply complex guidelines to diverse datasets. My graduate background provided me with a deep understanding of discourse analysis and rhetorical structures, making me uniquely qualified to identify the 'Challenger/Explorer' roles and synthesis moves central to this initiative. I am eager to apply my analytical rigor to help map the conversational dynamics that will power the next generation of speculative fiction.

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I hold a Master’s in Communication Studies and currently serve as a high school English educator, a combination that allows me to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical narrative analysis. Since August, I have been contributing to projects at Mercor, honing my ability to apply complex guidelines to diverse datasets. My graduate background provided me with a deep understanding of discourse analysis and rhetorical structures, making me uniquely qualified to identify the ‘Challenger/Explorer’ roles and synthesis moves central to this initiative. I am eager to apply my analytical rigor to help map the conversational dynamics that will power the next generation of speculative fiction.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

AI Data Specialist / Independent Contractor at Mercor
August 1, 2025 - Present
Audio/Video Annotation & Captioning: Executed high-density video and audio annotation projects, accurately tagging and transcribing content to train sophisticated generative models. Prompt Engineering & World Creation: Developed complex, multi-layered prompts and created detailed virtual environments to test and refine AI model understanding and output fidelity. Model Analysis & Feedback: Applied advanced analytical and critical thinking skills to evaluate and score AI-generated content (video, text, audio) for accuracy, coherence, and safety. Rubric Development & Application: Designed and utilized detailed analytical rubrics to provide structured, objective feedback for model performance, directly contributing to quality control and iterative training improvements.
English Teacher at Mountain Rose Academy
June 1, 2023 - May 1, 2025
Designed and implemented comprehensive English Language Arts curriculum for grades 9-12, aligned with state standards and school-wide learning objectives. Developed engaging lesson plans and instructional materials, incorporating diverse texts, multimedia resources, and technology tools to foster active learning. Created and administered a variety of formative and summative assessments, using data analysis to inform instructional adjustments.
Substitute Teacher at Amphitheater School District
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2023
Managed classroom environments effectively, adapting quickly to different subject matters, course materials, and instructional lesson plans across various grade levels.
Adjunct Faculty - Public Speaking Instructor at Pima Community College
August 1, 2017 - May 1, 2019
Instructed undergraduate courses in Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, and Business Communication; developed and delivered engaging lectures, activities, and assessments to enhance student communication skills.

Education

Master of Arts, Communications at University of Nevada, Las Vegas
August 1, 1996 - May 1, 1999
Bachelor of Science, Communications at Northern Arizona University
August 1, 1992 - May 1, 1996

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services