Social Media Content Creator – WP

Acosta Sales & Marketing; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marketing agency in the Peel Region, Mississauga, is seeking a passionate content creator to develop and execute engaging digital content strategies. The role involves producing videos and graphics, attending events, and leveraging social media trends to enhance brand engagement. The ideal candidate has experience in content creation, strong communication skills, and proficiency in video editing tools. A degree in Communications or a related field is preferred, with a salary range of $55,000.00 - $60,000.00. This is a full-time position.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in social media content creation.
• Proficiency in various video editing tools.
• Strong understanding of different social media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Produce engaging short-form videos and graphics.
• Attend events to capture content.
• Monitor social media trends.

Skills

Social media content creation

Video editing tools (Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Comfortable engaging with online audiences

Portfolio or social media presence showcasing creative work

Education

Degree in Communications, Marketing, Media, or a related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

Overview

This role is ideal for a content creator who is passionate about social media, storytelling, and digital engagement. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute content strategies that resonate with our audience and align with our brand values.

Responsibilities

• Produce engaging short-form videos, graphics, and written content tailored to each platform.
• Attend events and capture content and develop storytelling narratives.
• Represent the brand in video content with confidence and authenticity.
• Monitor and incorporate relevant social media trends.
• Partner with internal teams to plan content calendars and support integrated campaigns.
• Assist with monitoring and responding to comments and messages to foster a positive brand presence.
• Use analytics tools to track content performance and provide insights for optimization.
• Source and adapt user-generated and third-party content that aligns with brand messaging.
• Support regular reporting and post-campaign analysis to inform future strategies.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in social media content creation (brand, freelance, or personal)
• Proficiency in video editing tools (e.g. Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, or equivalent)
• Strong understanding of TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and emerging platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable engaging with online audiences
• Comfortable directing talent and interviewing guests
• Portfolio or social media presence showcasing creative work
• Experience with professional photography, videography and audio equipment (e.g. Canon Powershot, DSLR camera or vlogging camera or action cameras)

Preferred Skills

• Degree in Communications, Marketing, Media, or a related field
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and social media scheduling tools
• Familiarity with content performance metrics and analytics platforms
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and a collaborative, proactive mindset

About Us

Acosta is a part of Acosta Group – a collective of the industry’s most trusted retail, marketing and foodservice agencies reimagining the way people connect with brands at every point in their shopping journey.

Specializing in retail sales services, digital strategy, and business intelligence, Acosta empowers brands to thrive in the world of omnichannel shopping. Our sales and digital teams build lasting relationships, ensuring our client brands get the space they deserve in stores and outperform the competition online, while our merch reps make brands shine in retail locations across the world.

But it’s not just about what we do – it’s about who we are. With a team of over 20,000 associates, we’re a community of forward-thinking, value-driven professionals committed to an unmatched level of trust and transparency in the industry. And, we understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why many of our field roles provide our associates with flexible scheduling options. Join us and be a part of a team that values growth and making a real impact for our clients, retail partners and their customers.

Acosta Group is an equal opportunity employer and will ensure that applicants with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact AskHR at acosta dot com. Be sure to include "Applicant Accommodation" in the subject of your email to expedite the request.

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Job Category: Retail

Position Type: Full time

Business Unit: Sales

Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00

Company: Acosta Services Canada Co

Req ID: 7028

Employer Description: ACOSTA_EMP_DESC