Head of Content and Communications

Ventura, CA / Remote – Salaried

To apply email careers@collectivehorology.com

Collective Horology is the fastest-growing independent watch retailer in the United States, serving clients in Southern California and across the country. We currently retail 21 independent watch brands and are growing. Our company is wholly-owned by the two founders, and we’re proud to be part of the Ventura business community.

We are seeking a full-time Head of Content and Communications. This individual will be responsible for developing, producing, shooting, and editing original content that grows the reach of Collective Horology and the independent watches we represent across all of our existing and future marketing channels – Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, our website and blog, and email. They will partner with and report to our Co-founder and Creative Director, and will own content creation end to end: concepting, writing, photography, videography, and post-production. Additionally, the Head of Content and Communications will manage our public relations including, but not limited to, writing and drafting press releases, developing go to market strategies independently or in partnership with our PR agency, and supporting press and media requests with images, assets or other media.

The Head of Content and Communications will have access to our Ventura, CA headquarters and studio, and this role can be based in-person in Ventura, CA or fully remote.

Telling the story of independent watchmaking is not an easy task, and the collector community is deeply passionate and incredibly knowledgeable. A genuine passion for watches, self-reliance, and a willingness to experiment and think creatively is critical to the success of this role.

Success in this role will require both a strong portfolio of original content that demonstrates real technical and creative range, and a self-starter mentality to independently generate ideas and turn them into publish-ready work with minimal oversight.

Compensation for this role is a competitive base salary. Collective offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package available from day one, including health insurance, dental insurance, legal insurance and a 401K with employer contributions.

Role Overview

• This role is a full-time, at-will job and reports to the Co-founder and Creative Director
• Develop, produce, shoot, and edit original content – photography, video, and writing – for all of existing and future marketing channels: Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, our website and blog, and email
• Own the entire content workflow independently, from concept and scripting through shooting, editing, motion graphics, and final delivery
• Serve as on-screen talent and presenter for video content
• Write and edit editorial content about watches and watchmaking for our blog, email, and website
• Capture and edit high-quality product and lifestyle photography and video, including at watch shows and community events as needed
• Develop and maintain a content and communications calendar that keeps a consistent, on-brand voice across all channels
• Organize and maintain a well-structured library of raw and finished content assets
• Collective is a small and growing company, and while this job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role, duties may evolve over time in alignment with business needs. Any material changes to essential job functions will be communicated and discussed with the employee in advance, in accordance with applicable California labor laws
• Always represent Collective in a manner that represents our ethics and style of business – transparent, respectful to all, honest and direct at all times

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the USA
• At least 5-10 years of relevant experience creating original content across writing, photography, and video, with a portfolio that demonstrates it
• Direct experience developing original content about wrist watches – including writing, photography, and video
• Comfortable serving as on-screen talent and presenting on camera
• Technical expertise in photography, videography, and video post-production (editing and graphics)
• Proficiency with Photoshop or Lightroom, CapCut, Premiere or Final Cut, InDesign, and Keynote or Canva
• Ability to work completely independently and execute all aspects of content creation – a true self-starter
• If working remotely, you must have your own equipment and studio setup for photo and video production
• Knowledge of basic business digital tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Suite, etc.)
• Familiarity with social publishing and email marketing tools is a plus
• College degree is not necessary, real world experience welcomed
• Should a conditional offer be made to a candidate, a background check will be required before the offer is formalized as permitted by Cal. Labor Laws