Full job description
About Us:
Actual Media is a leading publisher in Canada’s water industry, dedicated to providing the latest news, insights, and analysis on water infrastructure projects and challenges. Our flagship publication, Water Canada, is the go-to source for news and information on drinking water, water treatment, conservation, wastewater treatment, stormwater management, water resource management, technology advancement, policy, governance, and innovation.
Job Description:
Are you passionate about the environment and eager to make a meaningful contribution to an industry that benefits all Canadians? Actual Media is looking for a passionate storyteller to join our team as an Associate Editor for Water Canada. This new role is suited to someone with 2 to 3 years of editorial and social media experience. It’s an excellent opportunity for an early career professional looking to grow with the company. If the prospect of attending industry events, traveling within Canada and the US, and working with a close-knit team excites you, please send us your resume and a cover letter or short video explaining why you would make the next great Associate Editor of Water Canada.
Key Responsibilities:
- Content Creation: Develop, write, and edit engaging content for Water Canada, including new, features, project case studies, social media posts, newsletters, events content, and reports on water industry topics.
- Editorial Management: Assist in managing the editorial calendar, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality content.
- Social Media: Lead the dissemination of Water Canada content on social media networks and engage with our audience. Use social media best practices to optimize posts.
- Industry Engagement: Attend and cover industry events, conferences, and meetings, representing Water Canada. Build lasting relationships within the industry.
- Collaboration: Work closely with Actual Media team members, freelance writers, industry contributors, and the Water Canada’s Editorial Advisory Board to produce comprehensive and insightful content.
- New Initiatives: Identify opportunities and drive new initiatives for reaching broader audiences online and in print, such as special features, events, supplements and web products.
- Sales Support: Collaborate with the sales team on media kits, promotional materials, and other sales-related initiatives that support the publication and parent company.
- Project Management: Manage the newly launched Top50 Projects report and contribute to the planning and execution of the annual Water Canada Awards and Downstream networking events.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 2+ years of editorial experience, preferably in business publishing.
- Social Media Savvy: Demonstrated experience in creating, managing and growing social media platforms.
- Industry Knowledge: An interest in and eagerness to learn about Canada’s water industry.
- Writing Skills: Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with an eye for detail.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Travel: Willingness to travel as required.
Why Join Us?
- Impact: Be part of a team making a difference in the water industry.
- Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Networking: Attend and network at key industry events and conferences.
- Innovation: Contribute to innovative and high-impact content.
- Fun: Actual Media is committed to working hard and having fun along the way.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Competitive benefits package
- Paid time off
- Hybrid work environment
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter/short video, and writing samples. Please include links to related work samples with your application.
Join us and become a key player in shaping the future of Canada’s water industry.
Location:
Office is located at 150 Eglinton Ave. East. The successful applicant will be expected to be in the office 1-2 days per week, attend 2 strategic planning sessions per year, and be prepared to represent Water Canada at industry events in Canada and the US.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $50,000.00-$55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-09-03
