Video Host / Script Writer

About the role

Edmunds is seeking a personable, enthusiastic host for video content across Edmunds and CarMax YouTube, website, and social channels. This role involves serving as talent for YouTube videos, YT shorts, and social channels, driving and evaluating test vehicles for ratings, researching and writing engaging scripts, fact-checking scripts and videos, and collaborating with the video and test teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as talent for YouTube videos, YT shorts, and social channels
• Drive and evaluate test vehicles for ratings that are used in support of video creation
• Research and write engaging, entertaining, and industry-leading (automotive) scripts for our growing YouTube and social channels
• Fact-check scripts and videos
• Work with the video and test teams, helping with testing vehicles
• Work with vehicle logistics teams on securing vehicles in a timely manner
• Identify strong story ideas and play an integral role in developing and scripting concepts, along with our producers, video creatives, and extended content team
• Generate social content (pictures, videos) from video shoots
• Write accompanying companion pieces for hosted videos
• Attend industry events, when applicable, that can support all of the above
• Use Monday.com to manage assignments and hit deadlines
• Contribute to maintaining an environment that’s based on creativity, communication, and transparency
• Create quality content in an efficient and timely manner that upholds Edmunds’ standards
• Work cross-functionally with other teams, e.g., PR, insights, to drive business success

Requirements

• Experience creating and presenting automotive content on-camera in either a broadcast or online environment
• An authentic passion for cars. You're fanatical and deeply knowledgeable about our subject matter, giving you instant credibility both internally and externally
• Thorough knowledge of high-volume consumer vehicles
• Advanced driving skills, along with the ability to present to the camera while driving
• Automotive industry knowledge
• Able to be an active contributor within our team of hosts and writers
• Top-level storytelling across all media, with an emphasis on video
• Personal reliability and integrity. Your colleagues know they can rely on you in every respect; you model this trait in all that you do
• Ability to work cross-functionally across the organization
• Experience with video and social media platforms and audiences
• Able to convey thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in visual, verbal, and written formats
• Able to listen to feedback and adjust course accordingly
• Able to work across multiple projects simultaneously
• Able to continuously hit deadlines and follow the production pipeline and processes
• Able to receive and implement feedback on performance and creative elements
• Able to spend time in the field and drive regularly
• Have a clean driving record and advanced driving skills
• Able to commute to Santa Monica and travel internationally

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• College degree preferred
• Experience in automotive journalism or similar field
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of video editing software

Skills

• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
• Strong writing and scriptwriting abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of video and social media platforms
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and trends

Benefits

• Flexible time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and disability)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Employees) and Health Savings Accounts (Employee and Employer Contributions)
• 401K Plan with company matching at 100%, up to 6% of eligible salary with immediate vesting
• Stock purchase program
• CarMax vehicle discount
• Up to 4 months Paid Parental Leave
• HeartCash matches employee donations to the causes that are important to them
• 2 Days of Paid Time Off for time to dedicate to social impact causes
• FitCash covers a portion of gym or fitness activity fees
• Well-being sessions
• Employee Recognition Program
• On-going career development opportunities
• Pet insurance
• Sabbatical leave
• Education Reimbursement
• Pre-tax spending accounts for qualified transportation expenses

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $98,000 - $130,000 per year. The base pay will take into account internal equity as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. In addition, Edmunds offers full-time employees a comprehensive total rewards package including the benefits listed above.

Schedule

This role is currently hybrid, with a mix of remote and in-office work. Specific details regarding the schedule will be provided during the interview process.