Editorial Content Creator

Were Hiring!Editorial Content CreatorToronto TYPE: Permanent Full-TimeSALARY RANGE: $61200 to $76500REASON FOR HIRING: New RoleWORK MODEL: RemoteLANGUAGE: EnglishWHO WE ARESOCAN is a not-for-profit copyright collective dedicated to ensuring music creators and publishers receive what they have rightfully earned for the use of their work. SOCAN supports and represents nearly 200000 songwriters composers and music publishers. Through licensing global royalty collection and advocacy we help creators to keep making the music that entertains moves and inspires COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY EQUITY INCLUSION AND ANTI-RACISMSOCAN thrives with a variety of viewpoints identities and backgrounds and we are committed to anti-racism. Everyone is welcome to apply for our wide range of roles regardless of gender identity gender expression ethnicity race age culture sexual orientation religious belief or physical ability. Learn more about SOCANs commitment to Inclusion & WORK WITH USMake a difference by supporting and collaborating with a vibrant and creative communityEnjoy many options for workplace flexibility and work-life balanceGet involved in the rapidly changing creative spaceAdvocate for and empower the creative communityTogether well help music creators earn more income and make a livingWHAT WE OFFER35-hour workweek schedule (possible flexible work options i.e. 4-day work week (position based)Access to SOCAN fitness facilityInclusive and collaborative working environmentABOUT THE ROLEThe Editorial Content Creatorsupports the production editing and coordination of editorial content for SOCANs digital and print platforms including the SOCAN website and Words & Music / Paroles & Musique collaboratively with Communications & Marketing colleagues and internal stakeholders this role contributes editorial content that supports organizational priorities industry engagement and member communications. The position requires strong writing and editing skills research skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments independently within established editorial plans and communications Content and EditingWrite original editorial content covering SOCAN initiatives events news and music industry topics for SOCANs digital platforms and publications including SOCAN Words & Music / Paroles & Musique Magazine. Support the coordination and editing of weekly feature stories to be posted on the SOCAN to the drafting editing and assembly of content for the SOCAN annual and edit member-facing and internal communications content produced by colleagues prior to publicationDraft edit co-write or proofread content for SOCAN executives including the SOCAN CEO and President as and Industry News CoverageAttend SOCAN events or SOCAN-sponsored events to support written or video-based editorial with arranging coverage of SOCAN events or SOCAN-sponsored activities events conferences and seminars where Editorial Content Creator is unable to off-camera interviews with SOCAN members for use on digital platforms including coverage at major events such as the JUNO Awards and the SOCAN the gathering of photographs and post-event editorial research in preparation for interviews features and event coverage. Support research for the annual SOCAN Awards on award photographs from internal and external partners archives and publicists ensuring appropriate permissions and licenses are & AdministrationParticipate in editorial committee meetings to plan upcoming content aligned with organizational priorities industry events and advocacy scheduled SOCAN Events via bi-weekly meetings in collaboration with the events team to plan for and ensure pre-event announcements and post-event coverage on our with industry partners to gather information about upcoming events and activities for coverage. Coordinate the translation of editorial content to ensuretimelybilingual publication across platforms working closely with Francophone editors and translation editorial-related expenses and approve supplier invoicesin accordance withapproved budgets and internal financial EXPERIENCE & SKILLSPost-secondary degree in journalism editorial writing communications or a related two years working experience as a digital/online content experience and Canadian music industry knowledge are strong literacy with working knowledge of online platforms and tools (WordPress Mailchimp OneDrive SharePoint Copilot) MS Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook) Adobe Acrobat and social media (Facebook Instagram TikTok X YouTube).Familiarity with Content Management Systems. COMPETENCIESEditorial Skills:Producesaccurate engaging content aligned with established editorial :Demonstrateseffective written and verbal communication & Prioritization:Manages multiple deadlines and :Works constructively with internal teams contributors and external to Detail:Ensures accuracy consistency and quality across all published : Responds effectively to changing priorities and emerging editorial needsACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATIONSOCAN is committed to providing an inclusive workplace environment that meets the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities. Should you require accommodations please contact us directly at and we will make the necessary accommodations. Applications submitted to this email address will not be EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYSOCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at SOCAN are made without regard to race colour religion sex ancestry national origin ethnic origin age disability citizenship veteran status sexual orientation record of offences marital status family status or any other characteristic protected by federal provincial or local law regulation or you dont see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable inclusive and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders ages ethnicities cultures abilities sexual orientations and life experiences to TO APPLYIf youre interested in joining us wed love to hear from you: you for your interest in our company; we will be in touch with those candidates we wish to learn more about SOCAN go . 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