Rapid Media – Digital Content Editor Contractor

Paddling Mag; Revelstoke; Remote; CAD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Fully remote work environment

Job summary

Rapid Media is seeking a remote, part-time editorial contributor to edit, write, and publish content for paddling and outdoor audiences. The role covers SEO-focused optimization, article briefs for freelancers, and collaboration with our editorial team to deliver content for our publications and tourism partners.

The position is 20 hours per week, starting December 2026, with the ideal candidate based in Ontario.

Qualifications

• Proven experience writing and editing digital content.
• Strong SEO understanding and keyword research.
• Experience with WordPress or similar publishing platform.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Edit and optimize articles for clarity, accuracy, readability and SEO performance.
• Prepare, format and publish articles using WordPress or similar; source visuals.
• Pitch, research and write timely stories for paddling audiences and industry trends.

Skills

Editorial judgment

SEO knowledge

Content editing

WordPress familiarity

Deadline management

Research and reporting

Education

Journalism/digital media education

Tools

WordPress

Ahrefs

Google Drive

Monday.com

Octopus

Job description

Rapid Media is the world’s leading paddlesports media company. We produce Paddling Magazine as well as Kayak Angler, the world’s leading kayak fishing magazine, alongside a growing suite of digital platforms, including industry-leading websites, social channels and newsletters. In our spare time, Rapid Media produces the international Paddling Film Festival and World Tour, now touring to 100 cities.

We’ve worked hard over the last 27 years to become North America’s most trusted paddlesports authority.

About the Role

This is a remote, part-time contract position (20 hours a week) to cover a parental leave beginning December 2026. The ideal applicant is based in Ontario.

You’ll help create, edit and publish informative, inspiring and entertaining content for passionate paddling and outdoor adventure audiences. From refining destination guides and optimizing existing articles to reporting on the latest paddling news, you’ll bring strong editorial judgment, a sharp eye for SEO optimization and an understanding of what makes digital content successful. Working closely with our editorial team, you’ll deliver content for our own digital publications as well as our tourism and outdoor industry partners. Approximately half of this role will focus on content for a specific tourism partner.

What You’ll Do

Editing and Content Optimization (50%)

• Edit and optimize articles for clarity, accuracy, readability, engagement and search performance
• Rewrite, restructure and consolidate existing articles based on SEO audits and content performance insights
• Develop article outlines and briefs for freelance contributors, incorporating keyword research, search intent and editorial direction

Digital Content Production (25%)

• Prepare, format and publish articles using WordPress or similar
• Source compelling photography and other visual assets to accompany stories
• Coordinate with contributors to keep content moving through the editorial workflow
• Manage contributor invoices and track payments
• Ensure published content meets our editorial, visual and SEO standards

Writing and Reporting (25%)

• Pitch, research and write timely, engaging stories for paddling and kayak fishing audiences, including breaking news, gear launches, destinations, expeditions and industry trends
• Identify compelling stories and angles, conduct interviews and turn reporting into engaging articles
• Create content for tourism and outdoor industry partners, including destination guides, features and SEO-focused articles
• Craft compelling headlines that connect with enthusiasts and encourage readers to click

Skills You’ll Bring

• Proven experience writing and editing digital content for an editorial publication, outdoor brand or tourism brand
• Strong editorial judgment and the ability to improve a story’s structure, clarity and appeal
• Strong understanding of SEO, including keyword research, search intent and on-page optimization
• Familiarity with SEO tools such as Ahrefs and emerging AI search practices, including GEO and AEO
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills, with an ability to make technical information accessible and engaging
• Familiarity with WordPress or a similar publishing system
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Passion for paddlesports, whether canoeing, kayaking, whitewater, standup paddleboarding or kayak fishing, with enthusiasm for outdoor adventure, travel and tourism
• Experience Google Drive, Monday.com and Octopus is an asset
• Education in journalism, communications or digital media

The Details

This is a remote, part-time contract position of approximately 20 hours per week, beginning in December 2026.

Our Team

Rapid Media is headquartered in Revelstoke, British Columbia. Our remote team ranges from coast to coast in Canada and the U.S. You’ll join a talented group of professionals, including a publisher, sales team, an advertising and sponsorship coordinator, three editors, a creative director, an operations manager, a film festival tour coordinator, and a circulation manager. It’s a great group of people, and there’s no drama. You’ll fit right in if you are smart, hardworking, humble and love paddling.

Compensation and Perks

• $20,000 to $30,000 CAD for one-year, part-time contract, 20 hours a week, commensurate with experience
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Fully remote work environment

Candidates will be contacted starting the week of Nov 9 to schedule interviews.

Rapid Media is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or the boats you paddle.

Inspiring paddlesports participation through quality coverage of the people, places, adventures, boats and gear, trends and events that make paddling something you’ll do for the rest of yourlife.