Junior Content Strategist

Swoon; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking financial services institution as a Junior Content Strategist, where your passion for crafting engaging online experiences will flourish. In this dynamic role, you'll support the execution of web content strategies, manage digital assets, and enhance site search functionalities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure brand alignment and quality while gaining valuable insights into the digital strategy landscape. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment, with a hybrid work model that balances flexibility and collaboration. If you're detail-oriented and eager to make an impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

6-month contract with extension potential

Hybrid work model

Growth and development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience managing web content, ideally with Contentful.
• Proficiency in Contentful, Bynder, and Algolia is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of web content strategy and manage digital assets.
• Conduct site audits and optimize website search functionalities.

Skills

Content Management

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

User Experience Understanding

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing

Bachelor's Degree in Communications

Bachelor's Degree in Web Development

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Tools

Contentful

Bynder

Algolia

HTML

CSS

Job description

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Ready to contribute to the digital strategy of a leading financial services institution in Canada? Passionate about crafting engaging online experiences and eager to learn the strategic side of content? If you're a detail-oriented individual with a knack for web platforms and a desire to grow your strategic skills, your next exciting opportunity awaits!

Our client, a leading financial services institution in Canada, is building compelling digital experiences for their audience. They're seeking a bright and enthusiastic Junior Content Strategist to join their dynamic team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to support the execution of our web content strategy by publishing and maintaining web content, managing digital assets, and optimizing site search functionalities. You'll be a key player in ensuring our online presence is effective and engaging.

Imagine Yourself:

• Bringing content to life strategically: You'll support the implementation of content plans and strategies by publishing and managing engaging web content using Contentful, a leading content management system.
• Mastering digital assets with purpose: You'll expertly organize and maintain digital assets within Bynder, ensuring they are readily available and aligned with content initiatives.
• Boosting discoverability through strategy: You'll have the exciting task of fine-tuning our website search using Algolia, ensuring users can easily find relevant information and contributing to a positive user experience.
• Collaborating on content vision: You'll work closely with our talented design, marketing, product, and development teams to understand content needs and contribute to content ideas that support strategic goals.
• Ensuring brand alignment and quality: Your keen eye for detail will ensure all content meets our high standards for quality, accessibility (e.g., WCAG guidelines), and brand consistency.
• Becoming a web analyst in action: You'll conduct site audits to identify and resolve content-related issues, contributing to a seamless online experience.
• Contributing insights for future content: By monitoring content performance (e.g., page views, engagement metrics), you'll provide insights to inform future content decisions and strategies.

What You'll Bring to the Table:

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Marketing, Communications, Web Development, Information Technology) with an understanding of content marketing principles.
• 1-2 years of hands-on experience managing web content, ideally within Contentful or another modern CMS.
• Proven proficiency in Contentful, Bynder, and Algolia – you're comfortable navigating and utilizing these platforms.
• A foundational understanding of HTML and CSS – enough to effectively format and manage content.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills – you thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong communication skills – you can clearly articulate ideas and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• A basic understanding of user experience (UX) and how content contributes to it.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Experience with additional CMS platforms like Adobe AEM or Opentext WEM.
• Basic graphic design skills and an understanding of SEO principles.

The Perks of Joining Their Team:

• Contract Opportunity: A 6-month contract position with a strong possibility of extension and even the potential to transition into a full-time role!
• Prime Location & Flexibility: Work in the heart of downtown Toronto at First Canadian Place, with a hybrid work model (2 days in office) offering the best of both worlds.
• Growth & Development: Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of financial services and gain valuable experience contributing to digital strategy.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive and innovative team where your contributions are valued.

Ready to shape our client's digital narrative? If you're a proactive and skilled individual eager to contribute to a leading financial services institution in Canada, we encourage you to apply!

The target hiring compensation range for this role is 20/hr-25/hr. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing

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