Specialist, Corporate Storyteller
Charlotte, NC (Unknown)
Posted 4 weeks ago
Job Summary
Own Scout Motors storytelling by shaping executive messaging, internal and external communications, and employer-brand content across channels, partnering with leaders to align voice and impact.
- Define and drive cross-functional narratives with leaders
- Craft executive messages, speeches, and multi-channel content
- Coordinate collaboration across corporate, brand, HR, and production teams
Job Description
Responsibilities
- As Corporate Storyteller Specialist, you\u2019ll become part of the team that is set to reimagine the iconic Scout brand and disrupt the American pickup truck and rugged SUV marketplace.
- Reporting to the Manager of Corporate Communications, you\u2019ll help bring the Scout Motors story to life through thoughtful, engaging, and authentic storytelling and content that connects with employees, future customers, candidates, and the communities we serve.
- Working across Corporate Communications, Brand & Design, Human Resources, Production, Commercial Operations, and Executive Leadership, you\u2019ll develop compelling content that informs, inspires, and reinforces who we are as a company.
- From executive messaging, speeches, and internal communications to employer brand storytelling and customer communications, you\u2019ll help shape a consistent voice for Scout Motors across a wide variety of channels and audiences.
- Compelling Copywriting: Partner closely with cross-functional teams, subject-matter exports, and leaders to write and edit clear, engaging, high-quality communications across a range of channels and formats.
- External Communications: Create copy for email campaigns, social media posts, Scout Stories blogs, and digital/print ads that bring Scout Motors stories to life, build brand awareness, strengthen loyalty, and support action around company priorities.
- Scripts and Storytelling: Write talking points, speeches, video scripts, event remarks, and scripted content for leaders, employees, campaigns, and company storytelling moments.
- Executive Messaging: Support executive communications by drafting and editing leadership messages, speeches, talking points, presentations, video scripts, LinkedIn posts, and other high-visibility materials that reflect Scout Motors' voice and business priorities.
- Employee Communications: Develop internal communications that help employees understand company priorities, navigate change, and stay connected to Scout Motors' strategy, culture, and milestones.
- Consistent Brand Voice: Help maintain a consistent brand voice by aligning content with brand standards, company messaging, and editorial guidelines.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
- 4+ years of professional writing experience in corporate communications, copywriting, journalism, content strategy, marketing communications, or a related field.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a portfolio demonstrating versatility across multiple formats and audiences.
- Ability to translate complex business topics into clear, engaging, and accessible content.
- Strong interviewing and storytelling skills with the ability to uncover meaningful stories from across an organization.
- Experience writing for executive leaders and adapting messaging for different audiences and communication channels.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
- High attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and familiarity with modern communications and collaboration tools.
Preferred
- Experience writing for manufacturing, automotive, technology, consumer brands, or other complex organizations.
- Experience collaborating with creative teams, video production, and digital content development.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth, or startup environment.
- Experience developing employer brand or culture-focused storytelling.
- Experience with Adobe design tools and/or Canva is a plus.
Benefits
- The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.
- Competitive insurance including: Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
- 401(k) program with: An employer match and immediate vesting
- Generous Paid Time Off including: 20 days planned PTO, 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
- Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
- Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave
- Pay Transparency
- Initial base salary range = $85,000.00 - $105,000.00
- Internal leveling code: IC9
Scout Motors
Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.To be a Scout isn‘t just to be a part of a company, it‘s to be a visionary and a leader, someone who seeks new paths and imparts lessons learned to others, leading them forward to new horizons. Here at Scout Motors, we‘re carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960, one that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and will do so once again.Together with the help of our community, we’re designing, engineering, and building the next generation of electric trucks and rugged SUVs for the doers and the ones who can’t be held back. For the ones who roll up their sleeves, push forward, endure the elements, and get the job done. No frills, no excuses, no quitting. We are growing every day and are seeking the next generation of Scouts to join our ranks. So, to all the hard workers out there, the ones who are willing to carry on the Scout legacy, reimagine an American icon, create jobs for Americans, and lead the charge into the future of electric trucks and rugged SUVs, we‘re calling on you to join us. Because #TheWorldNeedsScouts.
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Posted range
$85K/yr – $105K/yr
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