ResearcherReport Writer
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Researcher/Report Writer
At Golderado were constantly pushing the limits of what weve done in the past propelling ourselves toward bigger and better opportunities while exploring new market sectors and services. So it only seems natural that wed hire people who have their own voice and arent afraid to use it. These are people who are simultaneously critical creative and captivated by construction. They make our business their business and follow a path that with continuous learning and an innovative spirit leads them to be recognized as leaders in the industry. We hire these types of people knowing they are as diverse as we are and they come on board because they share our core values. Then we simply give them the freedom to take their career (and Golderado) further.
Key Information:
- Must have a minimum of 2 years of direct relevant work experience.
- Ability to generate original concepts and ideas given strategic direction.
- Hours: Based on a 40hour work week 8 hours a day Monday Friday)
- Salary is dependent on experience.
- Health benefits pension plan RRSP matching vacation pay offered.
Job Description:
- Develops and writes copy for print and radio advertising material websites newsletters brochures and other print pieces and other communications/advertising materials produced for the FortisBC group of companies.
- Assesses topic and audience for preparation of presentation.
- Liaises with Communications Coordinator Communication Manager(s) and clients in other departments to assess writing and research needs.
- Determines what research if any is necessary to achieve the final written product.
- Researches and verifies information for topics and issues using credible sources such as other corporations personal interviews Statistics Canada industry associations and others.
- Applies critical and strategic thought to the development of materials and independently determines appropriate messages for assignments.
- Works with the Designer to create concepts that address and contribute to achieving advertising and marketing objectives.
- Writes in a clear concise style (FortisBC voice) suitable for marketing materials or public information materials.
- Edits and rewrites copy in accordance with client changes corporate style and standards and space limitations.
- Contributes to:
- a research and sources database for marketing communications and
- a central reference source for FortisBCs writing style.
- Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties which do not affect the rating of the job.
Experience and Certification Requirements:
- Diploma in English Communications Journalism Professional Writing or equivalent education.
- A minimum 2 years of relevant work experience required.
- Ability to generate original concepts and ideas given strategic direction.
- Portfolio of talent and ability:
- in a wide range of written materials which include: print ads brochures radio ads newsletters and websites; and
- to write for different audiences and meet different objectives (e.g. formal corporate writing in annual report vs. short motivating copy in promotional ad).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to work quickly under frequent pressure against tight deadlines.
- Ability to take direction from several individuals and adapt to a constantly changing fastpaced environment.
- Intermediate level of computer literacy including Microsoft Word. Possesses fast and accurate keyboard skills.
- A valid drivers license and reliable means of transportation is required.
- Proficient English language skills required.
Education: Diploma in English Communications Journalism Professional Writing or equivalent education is required.
Go ahead and be yourself. Well pay you for it!
We are an equal opportunity employer. While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.
Employment Type
Full-Time
