We are  searching for an accomplished Sr. Video Producer & Editor to join our Brand Studio. We are looking for a stellar teammate who is passionate about narrative, visual language, and the power of empathy in the creative process.

You will report to the Video Production Lead located in Seattle and will be occasionally required to travel internationally up to 10% of the time (must have an active passport and valid US Visa ). This role is eligible for remote work within Costa Rica. You  must reside in Costa Rica.  

You Will:

• Use motion graphics, animation, and live-action footage to powerfully bring the Smartsheet brand to life in a visually compelling way.
• Produce and coordinate projects involving internal teams, customers, and agency partners, tracking key milestones from concept to delivery.
• Work with stakeholders on scripts and storyboards. Act as the bridge between the business and the creative, deciphering feedback for animators, editors, and vendors.
• Maintain a high level of polish and attention to detail, ensuring all marketing designs (for campaigns, social media, events, and sales collateral) are on-message and push creative boundaries.
• Actively participate in planning and objective creation to ensure video assets align with target audience needs and brand guidelines.
• Ask questions when out of your depth and support other duties as assigned to help the studio succeed.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience producing and editing content within a marketing or creative environment ideally in a technology environment or related field.
• You are someone who understands the nuance of animation and flow, yet possesses the project management chops to lead a production from "scrappy" internal initiatives to high-budget broadcast spots. You will be a confident collaborator—comfortable leading when necessary and supporting when needed—always ensuring the final product is something the entire team can be proud of.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop are required; full suite preferred), with a strong emphasis on motion graphics animation and a continued ability to learn industry plug-ins, filters and any adjacent environments (Eleven Labs, Figma, Canva, Firefly, etc.
• Deep understanding of video production workflows, audio recording/mixing, and YouTube best practices.
• Experience working closely with essential executives and business leaders to form lasting internal partnerships.
• A body of work that demonstrates outstanding storytelling, "scrappy" problem-solving, and high-end production value.
• Bachelor’s degree, relevant certifications or equivalent experience in a relevant field (Film, Animation, Journalism, Marketing, or Communications).

Perks & Benefits:

• Fully paid Health & Life insurance for full-time employees and family members
• Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity
• 12 days paid Vacation + Flexible Time Away Program
• 20 weeks fully paid Maternity Leave
• 12 weeks fully paid Paternity/Adoption Leave
• Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community
• Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to LinkedIn Learning online courses
• Company Funded Perks including a counseling membership and your own personal Smartsheet account
• Teleworking options from any registered location in Costa Rica (role specific)

Title: Content Marketing (Specialist-Manager)

Location: Austin, TX / Dallas, TX / Morristown, NJ / San Jose, CA  

Reporting to: Director, Brand and Communications 

*Hippo is hiring at either the Specialist of Manager level. Final leveling will be determined based on the candidate's depth of experience, ownership, and scope of past impact.

About Hippo: 

Hippo exists to protect the joy of homeownership. We believe that insurance should protect the things you treasure through an intuitive, modern experience. We provide tailored insurance coverage and preventative maintenance plans that keep you protected throughout your homeowner journey. We’ll also help you find coverage for everything life brings—from auto to flood—reimagining how you care for your home. 

About This Role: 

Hippo is hiring a Content Marketer who is equal parts brand steward and editorial storyteller with a project management backbone. This is a role for someone who lives branded content and keeps many moving pieces driving forward. This person will act as the connective tissue for content strategy across marketing. You’ll also serve as a highly visible cross-functional internal partner, maintaining editorial standards of excellence for content across the broader organization.  

You’ll manage editorial planning and the development and tracking of content performance, while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure content aligns with Hippo’s brand guidelines, legal requirements, and supports marketing and business goals. You’ll partner with internal and external content creators, manage agencies, and leverage insights to develop compelling, multi-purpose content that serves our business objectives. 

About You:  

• A brand-first content marketer who understands and executes organic growth strategies. 

• A strategic storyteller with a proven ability to distill complex topics into engaging, easy-to-understand content. 

• A highly organized editor and project manager with a track record of delivering quality content on deadline. 

• An savvy content marketer who approaches every piece of content through the lens of voice, tone, and creative integrity, not just a checklist.  

• An excellent writer with experience creating and directing compelling copy that matches Hippo’s specific tone of voice and style. 

• A creative leader who can research industry trends and topics to craft editorial direction that serve multiple audiences and business goals. 

• A cross-functional collaborator who can partner with agencies, designers, product marketers, and communications teams. 

• A growth minded thinker who leans on data to refine and elevate content performance. 

• A confident communicator who thrives at working within regulated environments and with legal teams.  

What You'll Do: 

• Grow Hippo’s editorial strategy by developing a content strategy that serves our branded channels. 

• Collaborate and drive results with SEO and content agencies to optimize and scale content efforts with an allotted budget. 

• Develop and oversee editorial calendars to ensure a steady cadence of high-quality content. 

• Work closely with internal insurance experts to transform technical topics into consumer and partner-friendly, insightful content. 

• Ensure all content aligns with Hippo’s brand voice and guidelines while keeping a steady eye on accuracy in a regulated industry. 

• Manage content workflows, including working with freelance writers, designers, and legal. 

• Develop multi-purpose content that can be repurposed across multiple platforms (e.g., blog, social, email, sales collateral). 

• Track and analyze content performance to refine strategy. 

• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging digital content best practices to keep Hippo’s content fresh and relevant. 

Must Haves:  

For the Manager level:

• 5+ years of content marketing or editorial experience, preferably in a regulated industry. 

For the Specialist level: 

• 3-5+ years of content marketing or editorial experience, preferably in a regulated industry. 

Required for Both Levels:

• Growth-minded thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment. 

• Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to translate complex topics into engaging, high-value content. 

• Familiarity with SEO and AEO-driven content strategies and managing organic traffic goals. 

• Experience with organic and paid social content strategies and experience developing content that supports marketing performance goals. 

• Experience working with designers to create visually compelling, brand-aligned content. 

• Proven track record of managing content teams and/or freelance writers and agencies. 

• Ability to handle cross-functional projects and collaborate across marketing and product teams. 

• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment. 

Benefits and Perks 

Hippo treats its team members with the same level of dedication and care as we do our customers, which is why we’re fortunate to provide all of our Hippos with: 

• Healthy Hippos Benefits - Multiple medical plans to choose from and 100% employer covered dental & vision plans for our team members and their families. We also offer a 401(k)-retirement plan, short & long-term disability, employer-paid life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 

• Equity - This position is eligible for equity compensation. 

• Training and Career Growth - Training and internal career growth opportunities. 

• Flexible Time Off - You know when and how you should recharge. 

• Little Hippos Program - We offer 12 weeks of parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers. 

• Hippo Habitat - Snacks and drinks available and catered lunches for onsite employees. 

The Morristown, NJ and San Francisco Bay Area base pay ranges for this role is:

• Content Marketing Manager: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00
• Content Marketing Specialist: Specialis $72,000.00 - $108,000.00

Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, location, business needs and market demands. 

Hippo is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. Hippo’s applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to an applicant’s disability or need for accommodation. Any Hippo applicant who requires reasonable accommodations during the application process should contact the Hippo’s People Team to make the need for an accommodation known.