Proposal Writer - Santa Monica, CA

Company Overview

At Veo, our mission is to end car dependency by making clean transportation accessible to all. A leading shared micromobility provider in North America, Veo provides millions of bike and scooter rides annually in over 60 cities and universities from Los Angeles to New York City.

Veo offers the most diverse and accessible vehicle fleet in the country built to expand who can ride and what trips are possible. We design and manufacture our vehicles, hardware, and software systems in-house and operate our local markets directly to ensure safe and reliable service. As the first profitable micromobility company in North America, Veo is built for long-term growth and partnership with cities.

Veo has been recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies and a Top GreenTech Company by TIME. As we continue to scale, we are looking for exceptionally talented individuals who are excited to help shape the next era of micromobility.

About the Role:

As we expand our micromobility programs, Veo regularly responds to City and University Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and permit applications. As a Proposal Writer, you will work within the Policy and Partnerships team and manage all aspects of proposal writing, including leading the development of compelling content, crafting submission documents and synthesizing complex information from Veo’s Senior Leadership, Product, Public Policy, and Operations teams into compelling narratives that support Veo’s market entry priorities. This role is ideal for an experienced writer, editor, or content strategist with a talent for storytelling and a background in competitive sales or marketing. An interest in sustainable transportation and building safe, orderly, and accessible shared mobility systems is a plus.

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!

Compensation & Benefits:

• Total Cash Compensation : $80,000–$100,000 annually, including a base salary and annual performance bonus opportunity.
  • Base Salary : $80,000–$95,000
  • Annual Performance Bonus : Additional earning potential based on performance
• Equity : Stock options
• Unlimited PTO
• Competitive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and more
• 401(k) with company match
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced technology company

Veo is a total compensation company, and pay is determined by geographic cost of labor and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training - so not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range.