Digital Content Creator - Competition ID: 3863

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a creative storyteller to join their communications team. This freelance role involves interviewing and crafting engaging narratives that highlight the impact of the university on its community. The ideal candidate will possess strong journalistic skills, a passion for writing, and the ability to produce compelling content across various platforms. Collaborating with a dynamic team, you'll help convey the university's values of integrity, compassion, innovation, and collaboration. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a knack for storytelling, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or English preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience as a journalist or copywriter is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview and write engaging stories for the Faculty of Arts.
• Create impactful content for various mediums including social media.

Skills

Journalistic Skills

Writing and Editing Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Content Strategy

Research Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Bachelor's degree in English

Job description

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

This role reports to Arts Events Coordinator/DBM

SUMMARY

On a freelance basis, the successful candidate will interview and write engaging stories for the Faculty of Arts at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. The successful candidate will report to the Communication and Event Coordinator and work closely with leadership, other members of the communications team, in addition to colleagues from across the Faculty of Arts. You will play a fundamental role in defining the impact KPU has had on students, staff, and faculty.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Apply journalistic skills, approach, and mindset to connect with Students, Staff and Faculty members.
2. Create engaging internal and external written content that aligns with the university's established values: Integrity, Compassion, Innovation, and Collaboration.
3. Write innovative and compelling long-form stories as well as tight, impactful copy for standard corporate documents including press releases, media statements, and business letters.
4. Collaborate with the Communication and Events team to generate impactful copy for a variety of mediums — including social and digital media, websites, and videos.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree or higher in journalism, communications, or English is preferred. Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or English that will be completed within six months of applying will also be considered.
2. Two (2) years’ experience as a journalist, marketing writer, and/or copywriter is preferred.
3. A creative, collaborative team player with a passion for written storytelling.
4. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and receptive to feedback.
5. Excellent writing and editing skills with standard-setting secondary research skills and the ability to translate interviews into clear, concise, and compelling content.
6. Thorough understanding of how to communicate in the digital environment, with deep knowledge of content strategy and metrics.
7. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask projects, perform under pressure, and meet deadlines. The right candidate will be able to navigate a complex work environment, influence others, and guide decision-making.
8. Professional, collaborative approach, positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and work with various teams.
9. Duties will require the ability to travel to all 5 KPU campuses (Surrey, Langley, Cloverdale, and Richmond) and other locations in the Lower Mainland as required.

Portfolio Submission: Please provide a link to a portfolio or include samples of your recent work.

Salary Information:

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $28.00