IBM TechXchange Communications-Content Writer

Avature; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Internal Communications Lead, where your passion for writing and content creation will shine. In this exciting role, you'll craft engaging materials for a variety of platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality content that resonates with technologists and business practitioners. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence communication strategies and contribute to high-visibility projects in a hybrid work environment. If you have a knack for storytelling and a strategic mindset, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Content Writer or Copywriter.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Write clear and engaging content for various communication channels.
• Research industry topics to generate ideas for content.

Skills

Content Writing

Editing

Research Skills

Strategic Communication

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism

Bachelor’s degree in Communications

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing

Tools

Digital Publishing Tools

Email Tools

Video Production Tools

Job description

At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, let's talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities

Overview

IBM TechXchange team is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our Communications team as Internal Communications Lead. This is a 13–14 month assignment. In this role, you will be responsible for creating/editing engaging and informative content across various TechXchange programs & platforms including w3/publisher, Seismic, blogs, and promotional materials. The ideal candidate should have a strong command of the English language, excellent writing skills, and a passion for creating compelling content that resonates with our target audience of technologists and business practitioners.

Responsibilities

1. Write clear, concise, and engaging content for various communication channels, including website, blog posts, social media, email newsletters, press releases, and more.
2. Research industry-related topics and trends to generate ideas for content.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams within TechXchange including global event, regional face-to-face events, community activities, etc. as well as other teams across IBM.
4. Edit and proofread content across all of TechXchange platforms to ensure high quality and consistency.
5. Create compelling headlines and calls-to-action to attract and retain audiences.
6. Contribute to the development of content calendars and schedules.
7. Ensure content adheres to brand guidelines and effectively communicates key messages.

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
2. Proven experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter, or similar role.
3. Excellent command of the English language and grammar.
4. Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
5. Strong research skills and ability to gather information from multiple sources.
6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
7. Strategic communication and project management skills and ability to work on simultaneous high visibility projects.
8. Experience with tools and approaches to communications – including digital publishing, design, video production, metrics, and email tools.
9. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

Must have the ability to work in Canada without sponsorship. For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.

Job Title: IBM TechXchange Communications-Content Writer

Job ID: 10559

City / Township / Village: [Insert City]

State / Province: [Insert Province]

Country: Canada

Work arrangement: Hybrid

Area of work: Infrastructure & Technology

Employment type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Contract type: Fixed Term - Long Term

Position type: Professional

Shift: General (daytime)

Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?