Associate Editor, Motorcycle.com (Contract)

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Hiring Remotely in Los Angeles, CA
Remote
Entry level
Cloud • Social Media • Software
The Role
As an Associate Editor at Motorcycle.com, you'll produce engaging motorcycle-related content, including reviews and buying guides, while staying updated on trends. Collaborate with the team to build relationships within the industry, create SEO-friendly headlines, and participate in on-camera video content. A passion for motorcycles and creativity in content creation is essential.
Summary Generated by Built In

Motorcycle.com is on the hunt for an enthusiastic new voice to join our team of expert editors at the nation’s leading motorcycle publication. Are you passionate about motorcycles? Do you love the thrill of the open road and the roar of an engine beneath you? At Motorcycle.com, we live and breathe the world of two wheels, and we’re looking for someone who shares that passion to join our team!


Motorcycle.com has been the go-to destination for motorcycle enthusiasts since 1994. Owned by VerticalScope Inc., we’re part of a network that publishes over 400 leading powersports, automotive, and tech websites. From adventure bikes to cruisers, sport bikes to choppers, we cover it all—and with over 6.4 million readers a month, our impact on the motorcycle community is unmatched.


Imagine being surrounded by cutting-edge motorcycles, industry insiders, and passionate riders—every single day. You'll be part of a team that produces expert reviews, performance tests, and buying guides that help riders find their dream bike or perfect gear. Our extensive archive of videos, photos, and articles is second to none, and you’ll help us keep it that way.



THE ROLE

As an Associate Editor, you’ll be at the forefront of keeping Motorcycle.com fresh, exciting, and up-to-date. Your main focus will be crafting and updating buying guides, curating the best deals, and making sure our content reaches riders around the world through newsletters and digital platforms. You’ll also work closely with the powersports industry—building relationships with clients, companies, and industry experts.


You’ll immerse yourself in the motorcycle lifestyle, staying in touch with the latest trends, gear, and rides. You’ll be part of a creative, collaborative team that thrives on innovation and connection with the motorcycle community. You’ll help influence the decisions of riders everywhere, from first-timers to seasoned pros.


Ready to take the ride of a lifetime? Apply now and bring your passion for motorcycles to Motorcycle.com—where every day is an adventure.


This position is available only to Los Angeles area residents who will work out of their home office, can travel to/from nearby airports, and meet with other staff for testing in the Greater LA area.


A clean driving record and motorcycle endorsement (Class M1 license) are required.


WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Ride a motorcycle at a professional level within close proximity to others in a safe manner.

• Ride any style of motorcycle (Street, track, off-road, etc.).

• Be comfortable on camera and help build out an ongoing video strategy involving all facets of Motorcycle.com from motorcycle and gear reviews, to social shorts such as Youtube, Instagram, TikTok, and more.

• Create engaging multimedia content for Motorcycle.com readers including but not limited to motorcycle reviews, gear reviews, news coverage, opinion pieces, how-to articles, polls, trade show coverage, and more.

• Create engaging, SEO-friendly headlines plus copywriting under tight deadlines. 

• Produce official reviews of motorcycles and products published on Motorcycle.com

• Assist in evolving a content strategy that includes a shift to video-centric reviews.

• Ensure Motorcycle.com keeps its finger on the pulse of new products that are likely to be popular.

• Learn about the latest Motorcycle technologies and communicate technical concepts to casual readers. 

• Find and implement best practices when it comes to content creation. 

• Concentrate on topics that get the most traffic now, but also follow trends that could contribute to future traffic growth. 

• Assist with social media strategy by monitoring what topics and content garner traffic and traction on Facebook, YouTube, X, Instagram, TikTok, etc. 


ABOUT YOU

• Have a reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license.

• Ability to transport motorcycles across states.

• Must possess a flexible schedule to allow for long days shooting, traveling, or transporting motorcycles.

• Meet and coordinate motorcycle testing within the Greater Los Angeles area up to 50% of the time.

• Have a valid passport and be both willing and able to travel internationally up to 50% of the time, especially during peak season between September and June.

• Perform other related duties as negotiated and ad hoc projects to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.


YOU’RE A GREAT FIT IF YOU ALSO HAVE

• Experience with social media.

• Video editing skills.

The Company
HQ: Mountain View, California
162 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

VerticalScope is a technology company that has built and operates a cloud-based digital community platform for online enthusiast communities. Our social community and websites are vertically integrated roll-ups in high-consumer spending verticals. The resultant audience aggregation places many of our verticals within the Top 5 of ComScore Media Metrix for their respective category.

We leverage our deep in-house expertise in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Internet marketing, and traffic acquisition to build highly targeted, successful online communities and websites. Our arsenal of tools includes a significant portfolio of irreplaceable, generic domain names we have acquired over the past decade. These domains drive organic type-in traffic to our web properties resulting in hundreds of thousands of enthusiasts arriving at our network every month by means of direct navigation.

Through targeted acquisitions and development, VerticalScope has built a portfolio of more than 1200+ websites with more than 25 million aggregate pages of content and more than 101 Million active users per month - and growing.

VerticalScope Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family or marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or any other protected ground or social area according to Human Rights laws in Canada.

If you require disability related accommodation during the application, recruitment and interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to make all possible adjustments to suit your needs.

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