Proposal Writer

This position requires 4 days a week in office at our headquarters in Santa Monica, CA.

Responsibilities for the Role:

RFP and Market Entry Support

Work alongside the other Market Entry staff to lead the development and submittal of proposals for RFP and Permit applications that are compliant, professionally produced, and delivered on time.
Perform detailed analysis of RFQ/RFP/Permit documents and supplementary content to enrich our offerings and ensure our content is tailored to each local context.
Write high-quality, creative, and responsive content for proposals.
Coordinate and review/edit proposal input from a variety of stakeholders, typically involving contributions from Veo’s Policy and Partnerships, Product, Finance, Operations, and Engineering departments.
Track proposal success rates, analyze feedback, and implement continuous improvements to enhance proposal effectiveness.
Work closely with the Design team to coordinate the production of high-quality visuals and graphics that improve communication.
Analyze relevant trends, technologies, and city policy priorities in order to develop new initiatives that tailor Veo’s product offering to priority markets.

What we are looking for (Requirements for the role):

5+ years of experience in proposal development, permit or grant writing, content creation, editing, or related fields such as sales/marketing, journalism, or report/technical writing.
Exceptional writing, editing, verbal communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for diverse audiences, including public agencies, universities, and business stakeholders, and translate complex technical information into persuasive and accessible content.
A sharp eye for detail and a commitment to producing error-free, high-quality work under tight deadlines.
Knowledge of public sector procurement, regulations, or urban planning is an advantage but not required.
Proficiency in content strategy development, aligning messaging with brand goals and audience needs.
Graphic design experience and/or familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite/InDesign a plus
Bachelor's Degree expected, Master’s degree in a related subject (Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing, Urban Studies) is preferred and may substitute for 2 years of work experience.
A passion for sustainable transportation, biking, and scooters!