Proposal Writer - Washington, D.C.

Veo - Corporate Careers • Washington, DC

1d • $80,000 - $100,000 • Remote

About The Position

As Veo expands its micromobility programs, the company 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 is a remote position, but candidates must be based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Requirements

• 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.
• Proficiency in content strategy development, aligning messaging with brand goals and audience needs.
• A passion for sustainable transportation, biking, and scooters!
• Candidates must be based in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of public sector procurement, regulations, or urban planning is an advantage but not required.
• Graphic design experience and/or familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite/InDesign a plus
• Master’s degree in a related subject (Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing, Urban Studies) is preferred and may substitute for 2 years of work experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Package that consists of a base salary range of $80,000 - $95,000 + Annual Performance Bonus + Equity (Stock Options) + Full Range of Benefits.
• Unlimited PTO
• Competitive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability and more!)
• 401k with 3% match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level