Post-Production Specialist

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.

But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work.

The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the environment by developing electric vehicles with the capability to get you to any location. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. And respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute.

At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion.

Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!

About the Role

We’re looking for a highly skilled and story-driven Post-Production Specialist to join our talented in-house creative team. This role is perfect for someone who lives and breathes storytelling — someone who can take raw footage and transform it into compelling content that moves people, drives engagement, and reflects the heart of a brand built on community and connection. You’ll craft video and photo content, ranging from emotionally driven docu-style storytelling to high-energy, fast-cut promotional content, with a strong focus on cinematic storytelling, visual polish, and platform-tailored delivery.

This is not just about cutting clips — it’s about crafting emotional narratives, enhancing visual tone, and making each frame count. We’re looking for someone who’s a self-starter with a sharp creative eye, who thrives in fast-paced environments and brings ambition, drive, and initiative to every project.

Bonus points if you’ve got a passion for automotive and the outdoors, the culture that surrounds them, and how to bring them to life in a way that resonates across today’s digital landscape.

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Craft Stories: Shape narratives from concept to final cut, editing footage into captivating, emotionally resonant content that aligns with brand tone and campaign goals.
• Edit Across Formats: Deliver high-quality edits for a range of platforms — YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, paid ads, and brand films — each with their own pacing, format, and visual style.
• Photo Editing & Retouching: Support the creative team with photo editing, color grading, and visual refinement for both digital and print use.
• Motion Graphics & Title Design: Create clean, engaging motion graphics and title sequences that enhance storytelling and improve content clarity across platforms.
• Color & Sound: Apply color correction and grading (especially using DaVinci Resolve), and ensure sound design, music, and dialogue work in harmony with the visuals.
• Collaborate Closely: Work side-by-side with producers, creatives, and brand teams to interpret briefs, meet timelines, and push the visual narrative forward.
• Pitch Story Ideas: Proactively pitch story concepts that align with brand goals, resonate with target audiences, and bring fresh, creative energy to the editorial calendar.
• Operate Independently: Take ownership of your projects from kickoff to delivery — managing deadlines, feedback rounds, and versioning with minimal oversight.
• Asset Management: Maintain organized file structures, project files, and version control across all post-production assets and archives.

 

Location & Travel Expectations:

 

• This role will be based out of the future Scout Motors corporate headquarters, which is anticipated to be identified in 2025. This role may be remote to start but will transition to an in-office setting at the headquarters after the location is determined and you are expected to relocate at such time. This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.
• The responsibilities of this role require attendance in office with in-person meetings and events regularly. 
• Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

• A bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Film, Digital Media or a related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
• 4-8 years of experience in a marketing or automotive environment, preferably in a content production role.
• A deep passion for storytelling, with a portfolio that shows your ability to evoke emotion and build narrative arcs — even in short-form content.
• Strong technical editing chops, with expertise in:
  • Adobe Creative Suite (especially Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Lightroom)
  • DaVinci Resolve for color grading and advanced editing
• A keen eye for cinematic language — pacing, framing, color, and rhythm — with the ability to translate that across different digital platforms.
• Experience editing for social-first and branded content, with a fluency in what works on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, etc.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, often across multiple projects, while maintaining a high standard of craft.
• A natural self-starter with strong organizational skills, time management, and a proactive mindset — you’re someone who anticipates needs and takes initiative.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Prior experience working with Automotive Marketing, Creative Agencies, Content Production Teams
• Valid driver's license

Bonus Points If You Have

• Motion graphics or animation experience (After Effects, Lottie, etc.)
• On-set or production experience
• Familiarity with LUTs, VFX, and sound libraries

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• 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, as accrued
  • 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

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $90,000.00 - $112,500.00

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

 

Equal Opportunity

Scout Motors is committed to employing a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by law. Scout Motors is committed to compliance with all applicable fair employment practice laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact ScoutAccommodations@scoutmotors.com.