Brand Video Host

Ziff Davis - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Ziff Davis Shopping is seeking a Brand Video Host to join our dynamic Shopping marketing team. This role is pivotal as the external champion of our brand, aimed at enhancing our reputation among retailers and shoppers alike. At RetailMeNot, we are not merely a platform for discount codes; we are a shopping concierge that allows our members to earn while they spend. Our mission is to provide the best value for our customers through the validation, curation, and recommendation of promotions across various channels, including web, app, blog, and email. As a Brand Video Host, you will be responsible for hosting all video content that requires on-screen talent, including scripted branded content and social media videos. You will collaborate closely with our Public Relations team to execute external broadcast interviews that highlight shopping trends. A deep understanding of our portfolio of brands and their audiences is essential to create engaging host-led video content and PR broadcast campaigns that resonate with our target demographics. In this hands-on role, you will strategically plan brand-led and product-based videos, working alongside our in-house video team to write compelling scripts. You will partner with a multidisciplinary team of strategists, including those in branded content, communications, editorial, and social media, to orchestrate content planning that elevates consumer and media perception of our brands. Additionally, you will work closely with the Head of Brand to ensure consistency in our messaging across all platforms and initiatives, driving our brand forward through influencer campaigns and broadcast segments.

Responsibilities

• Be the primary host for all videos requiring on-screen talent, including scripted branded content and social media videos.
• Collaborate with the Public Relations team to execute external broadcast interviews related to shopping trends.
• Develop an understanding of our portfolio of brands and audiences to create compelling host-led video content and PR broadcast campaigns.
• Strategically plan for brand-led and product-based videos, including writing video scripts alongside the in-house video team.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to orchestrate content planning that elevates consumer and media perception of our brands.
• Partner with the Head of Brand to ensure alignment and consistency in brand messaging internally and externally.
• Activate in-house influencer campaigns and broadcast segments for brand communications.
• Support the Brand team in developing and executing campaigns and partnerships with content creators and influencers.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in an influencer, public relations, video editorial, or general marketing role.
• 3+ years of experience working with in-house PR and creative teams, ideally within the consumer marketing and/or ecommerce space.
• Exceptional on-screen hosting capabilities, with a portfolio of social media or video content reels.
• Strong understanding of script writing for social media and branded content video executions.
• Prior experience being on-screen talent in an influencer or brand-related role.
• Strong understanding of current social media trends, especially in the retail space.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with great interpersonal skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to deliver feedback thoughtfully and receive it gracefully.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Must be based in Austin, TX (relocation assistance negotiable).

Benefits

• Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance (including domestic partner coverage) + pet insurance
• Flexible Vacation / Paid Time Off
• Charitable Giving Programs that include Paid Time off to volunteer and donation match
• Family Planning Programs like MAVEN Fertility Concierge
• Pregnancy and Paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
• 401K savings plan with employer match
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)
• Wellness Programs: Gym reimbursement, Lose It! and Calm subscriptions
• Hybrid, Remote and Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups where you can collaborate with teams across the company while making an impact in the areas that most excite you!