Content Sales Specialist (Maternity Leave Contract) – Rakuten Kobo – Toronto, ON

Company: Rakuten Kobo

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 06 Feb 2025 03:29:22 GMT

Job description: Job Description:Here at Rakuten Kobo Inc. we offer a casual working start-up environment and a group of friendly and talented individuals. Our employees rank us highly in terms of commitment to work/life balance. We realize that for our people to be innovative, creative and passionate they need to feel valued and supported.
If you’re looking for a company that inspires passion, personal, and professional growth – join Kobo and come help us on our mission of making reading lives better.The Role:Rakuten Kobo Inc. is looking for a Content Sales Specialist (20 month contract) to join our team of international booksellers. The team is comprised of bookselling experts spread across the globe who ensure that the right books are being surfaced to the right customer at the right time.The team is responsible for tracking local performance of all content types and merchandising content across all platforms (web, eReader, app) and products (eBooks, audiobooks, Kobo Plus, and content subscription plans). They work closely with internal stakeholders, publishers and partners to create marketing campaigns, measure results to inform sales strategies, and maximize net sales. Additionally, the team identifies and advocates for improvements to the eCommerce experience and subscriptions program, playing a key role in growing the eBook and audiobook markets globally.Reporting to the Director, Content Sales & Merchandising, French Geos & Emerging Markets, the Content Sales Specialist will be responsible for:Maintaining and improving team efficiency by streamlining processes and introducing automation to reduce manual tasks

  • Optimize the use of our project management software to enhance task organization, navigation, and resource centralization.
  • Develop and implement tools and workflows to support routine tasks, deadline tracking, and status updates.
  • Create and maintain collaborative tools, such as shared calendars, to improve cross-functional communication.
  • Share regular updates with the team to keep them informed of internal and cross-functional developments.

Leading the email briefing process

  • Coordinate and support the execution of emails campaigns across multiple regions: preparing the templates, providing content, giving final approval.
  • Research and recommend ways to improve the brief-building process.

Managing organically optimized web pages

  • Collaborate with the SEO team to identify high-traffic topics
  • Coordinate with marketing and content sales teams to develop and populate pages with relevant assets, including banners, copy, and content.
  • Ensure pages are supported by marketing and merchandising strategies.
  • Assist with structural updates to pages to align with SEO goals.

Managing specific projects

  • Corporate orders: Code, schedule content and QA landing pages on basic templated orders
  • Super point program: Integrate Kobo Super Points program with promotional activities
  • Copywriting for content spotlight and special offers

The Person:Do you love reading? Are you curious, enthusiastic, and willing to learn? Do you enjoy working with others while also being able to regulate your deadlines independently? Do you love to ease the processes, and to find solutions before issues occur? Are you passionate about eCommerce and/or bookselling in all its forms? Have you done a minimal amount of coding, or are interested in learning some of the basics? If you answered yes to any of the above, we can’t wait to meet you!The Skillset:Required:

  • Outstanding organizational skills is a must have, paired with attention to detail, as you will be managing a consistent pace of deadlines that impact a large variety of stakeholders.
  • Ability to collaborate virtually and work through tasks independently while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Introductory knowledge of or interest in coding. The role requires a small but steady amount of coding. You will receive proper training to support these tasks, so don’t let a lack of experience deter you from applying.
  • A helpful spirit. Our Content Sales Specialist is at the centre of many cross-functional projects and is also a key support system for the team. We are looking for someone who works well on a team and isn’t afraid to push back when necessary.
  • A curious mind and a passion for reading.

Nice to Haves:

  • Bookselling experience – if you have worked for your local bookseller before (or even were an avid customer!) we’d love to hear from you.
  • Familiarity with publishing schedules and trends. If you keep an eye on local bestsellers or once dreamed of working at a publishing house, this opportunity may be of interest to you.
  • Fluency in French. Not a deal breaker but it would be a bonus in the role.
  • Knowledge of and experience with online software Tableau or project management software Click Up.

The Perks:

  • Flexible hours and hybrid remote working environment
  • Subsidized in-office lunches
  • Talent and development training budget
  • Free Kobo device + free weekly e-book or audiobook
  • Weekly Kobo Tech University sessions
  • Dog friendly office

About Rakuten Kobo Inc.
Owned by Tokyo-based Rakuten and headquartered in Toronto, Rakuten Kobo Inc. is one of the most advanced global ecommerce companies, with the world’s most innovative e-reading services offering more than 6 million eBooks and audiobooks to 30 million + customers in 190 countries. Kobo delivers the best digital reading experience through creative innovation, award-winning e-readers, and top-ranking mobile apps. Kobo is a part of the Rakuten group of companies.Rakuten Kobo Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations for candidates with disabilities participating in the selection process are available on request. Any information received related to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.Rakuten Kobo would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this role however only qualified candidates will be shortlisted.#RKIND

Rakuten Kobo Inc. is hiring a Content Sales Specialist for a 20-month contract. The role involves streamlining processes, improving project management, leading email campaigns, managing web pages, and overseeing specific projects. The ideal candidate should have organizational skills, be able to work independently, have a curious mind, and a passion for reading. Experience in bookselling, coding, or knowledge of French is a plus. The company offers flexible hours, remote work options, and various perks. Rakuten Kobo Inc. is a global e-commerce company that offers innovative e-reading services to millions of customers worldwide.

Product Manager – Prepaid Pricing & Acquisition Maternity Leave Coverage – Telus – Toronto, ON

Company: Telus

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary: $75000 – 113000 per year

Job date: Thu, 09 Jan 2025 07:26:04 GMT

Job description: DescriptionCreate better business outcomes with your analytical acumen and creativity.Our team and what we’ll accomplish togetherThe Prepaid marketing team is charged with innovating, driving, and enabling the success of the TELUS and Koodo Prepaid portfolios. We play an essential role within the broader TELUS organization, acting as a crucial on ramp for many of our customers as they begin their relationship with a mobility provider. We are an agile and creative team focused on driving results, adapting to the changing market, and find new growth opportunities.In this role, you will use the 4 P’s and strive to balance growth and value. You’ll discover insights and uncover opportunities that will drive new and exciting value for the business. You will be responsible for delivering on key performance metrics that directly contribute to the success of the Prepaid portfolio. Your ability to bring together critical stakeholders from across the organization and get folks excited about your ideas and recommendations will help take the Prepaid Marketing portfolio to the next level.What you’ll do

  • Own and manage prepaid pricing activities, including pricing recommendations, leading go-to-market activities for pricing changes, and monitoring the competitive landscape
  • Develop and implement strategic frameworks and tactical elements for prepaid pricing
  • Analyze key performance indicators to understand what internal and external factors contribute to our results, and find actionable insights that contribute to the portfolio targets
  • Perform scenario planning to anticipate market changes and develop responsive strategies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on short-term projects to increase revenue, acquisition volumes, or system capabilities
  • Conduct business casing and financial analysis to evaluate the impact of various pricing strategies and offers

We are excited to offer this role with the flexibility to be located anywhere in Canada. Please note, however, that the work hours for this position will need to align with Eastern Standard Time (EST).#LI-REMOTEQualificationsWhat you bring

  • You are highly organized and can plan and prioritize several projects simultaneously
  • You are committed to solving problems that arise and are willing to learn from hands-on experience
  • You are comfortable analyzing data to interpret results, find trends and make recommendations
  • You have strong interpersonal skills to collaborate and gain alignment with diverse stakeholders and drive results in a challenging environment
  • You are an effective communicator who can speak with different team members about day-to-day tasks as well as present updates to senior leaders

Great-to-haves

  • Experience in the telecom industry or a similar customer-centric field
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field
  • Experience in pricing strategy development

Salary Range: $75,000-$113,000Performance Bonus or Sales Incentive Plan: 12%Actual total compensation will be determined based on factors such as knowledge, skills, performance and experience. In addition, TELUS offers rewarding benefits, which may vary per job function, such as:

  • Comprehensive total rewards package highlighting competitive salary and bonus structures, minimum 3 weeks of vacation, and flexible benefits plan to meet the needs of you and your family
  • Flexibility to work in-office, virtually or a combination of both, based on the role’s requirements
  • Generous company matched pension and share purchase programs
  • Opportunity to give back to communities in which we work, live and serve
  • Career growth and learning & development opportunities to develop your skills
  • And much more …

Please note that the compensation shown in the job posting is effective 2024 and may be subject to change in 2025.A bit about usWe’re a people-focused, customer-first, purpose-driven team who works together every day to innovate and do good. We improve lives through our technology solutions and foster a culture of innovation that empowers team members to solve complex problems and create remarkable human outcomes in a digital world.You’ll find our engaging, high-performance culture personally fulfilling, professionally challenging, and financially rewarding. We’re committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. Your unique contributions and talents will be valued and respected here. When you join our team, you’re helping us make the future friendly.Note for Quebec candidates: if knowledge of English is required for this position, it is because the team member will be asked, on a regular basis, to interact in English with external or internal parties or to use English applications or software as part of their tasks.Sales and MarketingHelp us, help our customers make a real connectionWe are honoured to be recognized$14.7 billion
TELUS’s annual revenue$4.8 billion
The brand value that TELUS brings12
Consecutive years our annual dividend payment has increasedAccessibilityTELUS is proud to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to fair employment practices and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process.

The Prepaid Marketing team at TELUS is looking for a dynamic individual to join their team and drive success for the Prepaid portfolios. The role involves managing pricing activities, analyzing data, collaborating with stakeholders, and developing strategic frameworks. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and has strong interpersonal skills. Experience in the telecom industry or pricing strategy development is a plus. The salary ranges from $75,000-$113,000 with additional benefits such as flexible work options, pension programs, and career growth opportunities. TELUS is committed to diversity and inclusion, offering accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.

Publicist (1 Year Maternity Leave Cover) – Paramount – Toronto, ON

Company: Paramount

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sun, 05 Jan 2025 03:05:15 GMT

Job description: OverviewParamount’s Communications and Publicity team in Canada is looking for a Publicist to join the Paramount Streaming team to cover a 1-year parental leave contract.Based in Toronto, we are looking for someone that will implement high-profile, consumer publicity campaigns for series and content debuting on Paramount Streaming Platforms (Paramount+ & Pluto TV) in Canada. Reporting to the Head of Communications (Streaming), Canada the Publicist will work with the team to develop and implement scalable press strategies. They will work with Paramount’s International PR Team to secure talent for interviews; and plan and host virtual, hybrid, and in-person press junkets, premieres, and red carpets. The position will also be responsible for writing press materials such as briefings, reports and press releases. The right candidate will be a dynamic and hardworking self-starter, who is highly organized, an incredible multi-tasker, an excellent writer, proactive, and passionate about entertainment.Come join our team!Responsibilities

  • Liaise with U.S. based HQ publicity teams to ensure publicity opportunities are improved, as well as manage press releases and promotional assets including screeners.
  • Execution of publicity campaigns for priority new shows & events; developing and pitching news stories, features and talent interviews and press junkets for streaming content.
  • Combine creativity with knowledge of the media to recognise media angles and generate positive coverage across a broad media and influencer spectrum. Advise on press and influencer angles for streaming content and take part in PR Hub brainstorms and creative thinking process.
  • Nurture key relationships with influencers, digital outlets as well as traditional print, online and broadcast media
  • Monitor media platforms and moments in time to find opportunities.
  • Assist with the logistics, planning, and coordination of major events, ensuring smooth execution and successful outcomes while managing timelines, vendors, and key collaborators.
  • Careful handling of screeners and their distribution. Working closely with Legal to ensure all assets shared with third parties are cleared and aligned.
  • Build coverage reports post campaign.
  • Embrace the ‘One Paramount’ approach and encourage collaboration and team working across markets and lines of business.
  • Be an ambassador for Paramount+ and Pluto TV, internally and externally
  • Adopt and promote the Paramount values and support a culture of inclusion.

Basic Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in entertainment publicity
  • Post-secondary education in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, or related field
  • Solid experience within the PR/TV/Streaming/Entertainment/media industry with good TV/Streaming contacts including editors, critics and writers.
  • Ability to manage both traditional and digital publicity strategies to promote streaming content, from programming to brand and events, working closely with Comms Lead for Canada and PR Agency
  • Experience with talent management from facilitating photo-shoots to stunts and press junkets, to scheduling management, travel bookings, facilitating departmental requests and ensuring talent represent the brand
  • Experience working within a reactive and pro-active press office, handling incoming press enquiries and bringing up any crises led issues
  • Demonstrable understanding and experience of the social media landscape and platforms including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook and X Vine, etc.

Additional Qualifications

  • Good publicity skills – a strong understanding of the media landscape (traditional and digital), editorial requirements and what makes a story – a keen ‘nose for news’
  • Polished communications professional with excellent negotiator, presenter, influencer and relationship management skills
  • Strong organisational and time management skills with phenomenal attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure and on several projects simultaneously
  • Self starter / confidence in working with senior collaborators across the wider business and internationally, who is able to tackle any task
  • Ideas generation to help keep the team projects vibrant and encourage creativity and proactivity within the streaming PR team
  • Excellent writing ability – from press releases and corporate Q & A’s, coverage and event reports to Awards submissions.
  • Experience with presentation software and budgets a plus
  • Personable and adaptable teammate with a flexible mentality- some work required out of hours
  • A genuine passion for film and television, Paramount brands & entertainment!

Join the ! Get the inside scoop on life at Paramount Streaming and about career opportunities.Paramount+, a direct-to-consumer digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service from Paramount Global, combines live sports, breaking news, and a mountain of entertainment. The premium streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel. The service is also the streaming home to unmatched sports programming, including every CBS Sports event, from golf to football to basketball and more, plus exclusive streaming rights for major sports properties, including some of the world’s biggest and most popular soccer leagues. Paramount+ also enables subscribers to stream local CBS stations live across the U.S. in addition to the ability to stream Paramount Streaming’s other live channels: CBSN for 24/7 news, CBS Sports HQ for sports news and analysis, and ET Live for entertainment coverage.

Paramount’s Communications and Publicity team in Canada is seeking a Publicist to cover a 1-year parental leave contract. The Publicist will work on high-profile consumer publicity campaigns for content on Paramount Streaming Platforms in Canada. Responsibilities include managing publicity campaigns, developing press strategies, securing talent for interviews, writing press materials, and coordinating events. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of entertainment publicity experience, solid TV/streaming contacts, talent management skills, social media understanding, and exceptional organizational abilities. Paramount+ is a streaming service offering original series, hit shows, movies, sports, news, and entertainment content. Join the team and learn about career opportunities in Paramount Streaming!

Graphic Designer – Contract Role (12-18 months) – Maternity Leave Coverage – Hunter Amenities International – Ontario

Company: Hunter Amenities International

Location: Ontario

Expected salary:

Job date: Fri, 06 Dec 2024 05:32:58 GMT

Job description: services, web designers, marketing manager, printers, and colleagues as necessary Communicates with customers about layout… improvements when necessary Ensures brand consistency throughout various marketing projects done with marketing manager Liaises…

Sr. Content Marketing Manager (Maternity Leave Contract) – Diva International Inc. – Kitchener, ON

Company: Diva International Inc.

Location: Kitchener, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 05:01:54 GMT

Job description: , blogs, newsletters), paid marketing assets (digital ads, event design, media/gifting kits), partner channel assets…. Familiarity with digital marketing tools and techniques, including social media, SEO, SEM, and email marketing. Experience in…

Influencer Department Lead (Mat Leave Coverage) – We Are Social – Toronto, ON

Company: We Are Social

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 16 Nov 2024 08:43:08 GMT

Job description: Influencer Department Lead (Mat Leave Coverage)We Are Social is on the lookout for a confident, enthusiastic and passionate Influencer Leader to join our team in Toronto to be an interim department lead while our current leader is on maternity leave. In this role, you’ll be leading a high performance team overseeing the work that drives impact across some of the most progressive brands in the world. Our Influencer team is one of our larger departments in the agency. You’ll be reporting directly to the General Manager of the office.As Head of Influence, you’re representing a fast growing and critical capability in our business. Influencer marketing is not a silo at We Are Social. It’s an integrated specialism, and you’ll be driving this practice as a member of the Canadian leadership team, working closely with your peers across Research, Editorial, Creative, and Strategy Leaders.The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with expert-level understanding of influencer marketing and the role they play in the larger social and brand ecosystem. We’re looking for a natural leader who can set the big-picture strategy but isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and dive into the work alongside their team.You should have extensive experience in the social and influencer space with high profile brands and keep up with daily cultural conversations, as well as the broader digital cultural and platform shifts taking place in the social landscape.For our clients you will be expected to drive the value and impact of influencer marketing on behalf of our clients. You’ll bring your strategic, creative and collaboration abilities everyday in order to deliver ideas worth talking about, our creative philosophy. You’ll keep a close watch across multiple programs and projects, and support your team delivering the work. You’ll be leading influencer solutions across the business ensuring the work you sit across delivers strong results, on time and within budget, and that our clients remain very happy.To deliver all of this we are looking for someone who can prove that they are passionate about opportunities in the ever evolving creator landscape. You’ll be on top of developments online and how we might incorporate these changes in our work. We want you to be engaged in where our industry is moving, as well as excited by how culture shapes – and is shaped by – the online world to incorporate that passion into what we do.Above all, we want you to have the drive to grow our office and people through industry defining work and the confidence to make your mark!What does this role involve?

  • Lead all influencer planning and delivery across our portfolio of client strategies, particularly focused on building creative and innovative creator strategies and executions.
  • Design client specific approaches and scopes, in concert with our Client Engagement team, to ensure we’re using our client’s budget responsibility to maximize our impact.
  • Own and evolve our influencer offering, be proactive to promote the capabilities to drive organic and new business growth
  • Work with our Strategy, Creative and Editorial & Measurement Teams to develop ‘challenges’ or ‘briefs’ and keep close to the execution of this integrated work ensuring we activate in a creative, collaborative and inspiring manner.
  • Grow and lead a high performance team of Influencer Directors, Managers, Coordinators who own the execution of multi-platform programs leveraging trends and data driven insights.
  • Be our authority for how we use best-in-class tools and processes for identification, negotiation, onboarding, and activation which includes but is not limited to content planning, paid amplification, campaign optimization, measurement and ROI analysis
  • Oversee key relationships with relevant clients, talent agencies, and influencers and content creators themselves across all levels of influence.
  • Keep on top of emerging social trends, emerging platforms, technologies and creators in the Canadian market, and how these can continuously improve our services.
  • Be visible in the industry, actively engaging in forums, discussions, and thought leadership around creators, content and the future of the creator economy.
  • Represent our Canadian office across a global network of We Are Social offices who are applying influencer marketing in ways that are locally relevant to their respective market. From time to time, you are encouraged to build community, relationships and share best practices with these peers around the world.

What are we looking for?

  • A confident, passionate and enthusiastic Influencer Leader with 7 -10 years.
  • Deep experience in a creative or PR agency environment working in social.
  • Sophisticated cross department collaboration, client service and digital communications skills. Loves process and can teach it to others.
  • History of building and leading influencer strategy, brand campaigns, and always on creator programs on behalf of large, global brands.
  • Strong communication skills to clearly present recommendations to senior clients.
  • Proven leadership of a high performance team across varying levels of experience, empowering Directors while also nurturing more junior level team members.
  • Comfortable using end-to-end social and influencer tools; and experience working with data teams to surface insights and measure performance.
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with social platforms, partners, influencers and talent agencies.
  • Understands the paid media space, and affiliate performance driven space, how or when it applies to client specific influencer strategy and delivery.
  • Driven by new business opportunities, both organically and with new clients, who see the value of influencer marketing as either a standalone or integrated service.
  • Articulate and able to ‘own the room’ to confidently present to both clients and internal team members.

What’s in it for you:We value the ‘whole you’

  • An innovative and entrepreneurial work environment that promotes ingenuity and individuality – with the best of colleagues, and the best of clients
  • Hybrid work models and flexible hours, plus a work from anywhere policy for short-term stays in other regions
  • Generous Vacation starting at 3 weeks + 1 extra week over the holidays
  • Agency summer days (exact policy differs per campus and agency)
  • Modern, open co-working spaces with coffee & snack bars, located in great city neighborhoods, close to shops and restaurants and easy access to public transport
  • Dogs allowed, dedicated Play Room to support families and Private wellness room (in select offices)
  • Team social events – holiday parties, seasonal gatherings, weekly happy hours, inspiring speakers and more!

We are obsessed with learning and being better humans

  • In-house learning & development sessions and annual career and growth conversations’
  • Access to internal network of opportunities across all agencies
  • Focus on developing BIMPOC Talent via our BIMPOC Mentorship Program
  • Internal EDI group(s), programs & initiatives across Plus Company and opportunities to be involved in employee resource group(s)

We invest in your health and wellness:

  • Flexible benefits to support your individual lifestyle and life stage – with access to a personal wellness spending account you can use for a wide range of wellness expenses, including gym membership fees, pet care, education expenses, and much more!
  • Comprehensive mental health support including access to a virtual mental health therapy clinic providing you with personalized therapist guided iCBT programs and live therapy, access to health clinicians 24/7, and a holistic array of other health and wellness resources to support you and your family.
  • A responsible sick & personal absence days policy designed so you don’t have to worry the moment a personal obligation or emergency arises.
  • Maternity leave top up program.

We’re humbled by the number of talented people who apply to work with us every day. And, we thank each and every one of you. Truly. We’ll reach out directly to those we’d like to meet for an interview.This job posting will expire: November 29th 2024Creating meaningful work means embracing different perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on age, colour, ability, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Not only are these provisions protected by provincial and federal law, embracing difference is what makes We Are Social what it is—and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We pride ourselves on our inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the interview process to make it work for you, let us know.We’re part of the Plus Company – the Entrepreneurial Network!Plus Company is a unique partnership of forward-thinking creative agencies. As a network, we unabashedly believe anything is possible. Why? Because possibility is what powers the big dreams and limitless drive of an entrepreneur. And entrepreneurial agencies are what we’re made of. A whole network of them.Together with Plus Company agencies, we use our collective strengths to form bespoke, innovative and integrated teams that deliver a positive impact on your business. That means faster time to market, less bureaucracy to navigate, and no end to the creative magic-making for our clients.Employee & Job Applicants Privacy Notice

We Are Social is seeking an Influencer Department Lead to cover maternity leave in Toronto. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in influencer marketing, be a natural leader, and have a deep understanding of social and influencer spaces. Responsibilities include leading influencer planning and delivery, evolving the influencer offering, collaborating with other departments, and staying abreast of emerging social trends. The role offers a flexible work environment, generous benefits, and opportunities for growth. We Are Social is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion.

Graphic Designer – 2025-2026; 20 Month Maternity Leave Contract – Schlegel Villages – Kitchener, ON

Company: Schlegel Villages

Location: Kitchener, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:11:00 GMT

Job description: , including physical, digital and social media platforms. Receive and implement design strategies under the guidance of the… for marketing and education purposes, including postproduction work (i.e., editing, motion graphics etc.). Support and embrace…

Influencer Lead (Mat Leave Coverage) – We Are Social – Toronto, ON

Company: We Are Social

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:17:33 GMT

Job description: Influencer Lead (Mat Leave Coverage)We Are Social is on the lookout for a confident, enthusiastic and passionate Infleuncer Leader to join our team in Toronto to be an interim department lead while our current leader is on maternity leave. In this role, you’ll be leading a high performance team overseeing the work that drives impact across some of the most progressive brands in the world. Our Influencer team is one of our larger departments in the agency. You’ll be reporting directly to the General Manager of the office.As Head of Influence, you’re representing a fast growing and critical capability in our business. Influencer marketing is not a silo at We Are Social. It’s an integrated specialism, and you’ll be driving this practice as a member of the Canadian leadership team, working closely with your peers across Research, Editorial, Creative, and Strategy Leaders.The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with expert-level understanding of influencer marketing and the role they play in the larger social and brand ecosystem. We’re looking for a natural leader who can set the big-picture strategy but isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and dive into the work alongside their team.You should have extensive experience in the social and influencer space with high profile brands and keep up with daily cultural conversations, as well as the broader digital cultural and platform shifts taking place in the social landscape.For our clients you will be expected to drive the value and impact of influencer marketing on behalf of our clients. You’ll bring your strategic, creative and collaboration abilities everyday in order to deliver ideas worth talking about, our creative philosophy. You’ll keep a close watch across multiple programs and projects, and support your team delivering the work. You’ll be leading influencer solutions across the business ensuring the work you sit across delivers strong results, on time and within budget, and that our clients remain very happy.To deliver all of this we are looking for someone who can prove that they are passionate about opportunities in the ever evolving creator landscape. You’ll be on top of developments online and how we might incorporate these changes in our work. We want you to be engaged in where our industry is moving, as well as excited by how culture shapes – and is shaped by – the online world to incorporate that passion into what we do.Above all, we want you to have the drive to grow our office and people through industry defining work and the confidence to make your mark!What does this role involve?

  • Lead all influencer planning and delivery across our portfolio of client strategies, particularly focused on building creative and innovative creator strategies and executions.
  • Design client specific approaches and scopes, in concert with our Client Engagement team, to ensure we’re using our client’s budget responsibility to maximize our impact.
  • Own and evolve our influencer offering, be proactive to promote the capabilities to drive organic and new business growth
  • Work with our Strategy, Creative and Editorial & Measurement Teams to develop ‘challenges’ or ‘briefs’ and keep close to the execution of this integrated work ensuring we activate in a creative, collaborative and inspiring manner.
  • Grow and lead a high performance team of Influencer Directors, Managers, Coordinators who own the execution of multi-platform programs leveraging trends and data driven insights.
  • Be our authority for how we use best-in-class tools and processes for identification, negotiation, onboarding, and activation which includes but is not limited to content planning, paid amplification, campaign optimization, measurement and ROI analysis
  • Oversee key relationships with relevant clients, talent agencies, and influencers and content creators themselves across all levels of influence.
  • Keep on top of emerging social trends, emerging platforms, technologies and creators in the Canadian market, and how these can continuously improve our services.
  • Be visible in the industry, actively engaging in forums, discussions, and thought leadership around creators, content and the future of the creator economy.
  • Represent our Canadian office across a global network of We Are Social offices who are applying influencer marketing in ways that are locally relevant to their respective market. From time to time, you are encouraged to build community, relationships and share best practices with these peers around the world.

What are we looking for?

  • A confident, passionate and enthusiastic Influencer Leader with 7 -10 years.
  • Deep experience in a creative or PR agency environment working in social.
  • Sophisticated cross department collaboration, client service and digital communications skills. Loves process and can teach it to others.
  • History of building and leading influencer strategy, brand campaigns, and always on creator programs on behalf of large, global brands.
  • Strong communication skills to clearly present recommendations to senior clients.
  • Proven leadership of a high performance team across varying levels of experience, empowering Directors while also nurturing more junior level team members.
  • Comfortable using end-to-end social and influencer tools; and experience working with data teams to surface insights and measure performance.
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with social platforms, partners, influencers and talent agencies.
  • Understands the paid media space, and affiliate performance driven space, how or when it applies to client specific influencer strategy and delivery.
  • Driven by new business opportunities, both organically and with new clients, who see the value of influencer marketing as either a standalone or integrated service.
  • Articulate and able to ‘own the room’ to confidently present to both clients and internal team members.

What’s in it for you:We value the ‘whole you’

  • An innovative and entrepreneurial work environment that promotes ingenuity and individuality – with the best of colleagues, and the best of clients
  • Hybrid work models and flexible hours, plus a work from anywhere policy for short-term stays in other regions
  • Generous Vacation starting at 3 weeks + 1 extra week over the holidays
  • Agency summer days (exact policy differs per campus and agency)
  • Modern, open co-working spaces with coffee & snack bars, located in great city neighborhoods, close to shops and restaurants and easy access to public transport
  • Dogs allowed, dedicated Play Room to support families and Private wellness room (in select offices)
  • Team social events – holiday parties, seasonal gatherings, weekly happy hours, inspiring speakers and more!

We are obsessed with learning and being better humans

  • In-house learning & development sessions and annual career and growth conversations’
  • Access to internal network of opportunities across all agencies
  • Focus on developing BIMPOC Talent via our BIMPOC Mentorship Program
  • Internal EDI group(s), programs & initiatives across Plus Company and opportunities to be involved in employee resource group(s)

We invest in your health and wellness:

  • Flexible benefits to support your individual lifestyle and life stage – with access to a personal wellness spending account you can use for a wide range of wellness expenses, including gym membership fees, pet care, education expenses, and much more!
  • Comprehensive mental health support including access to a virtual mental health therapy clinic providing you with personalized therapist guided iCBT programs and live therapy, access to health clinicians 24/7, and a holistic array of other health and wellness resources to support you and your family.
  • A responsible sick & personal absence days policy designed so you don’t have to worry the moment a personal obligation or emergency arises.
  • Maternity leave top up program.

We’re humbled by the number of talented people who apply to work with us every day. And, we thank each and every one of you. Truly. We’ll reach out directly to those we’d like to meet for an interview.This job posting will expire: November 29h 2024Creating meaningful work means embracing different perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on age, colour, ability, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. Not only are these provisions protected by provincial and federal law, embracing difference is what makes We Are Social what it is—and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We pride ourselves on our inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the interview process to make it work for you, let us know.We’re part of the Plus Company – the Entrepreneurial Network!Plus Company is a unique partnership of forward-thinking creative agencies. As a network, we unabashedly believe anything is possible. Why? Because possibility is what powers the big dreams and limitless drive of an entrepreneur. And entrepreneurial agencies are what we’re made of. A whole network of them.Together with Plus Company agencies, we use our collective strengths to form bespoke, innovative and integrated teams that deliver a positive impact on your business. That means faster time to market, less bureaucracy to navigate, and no end to the creative magic-making for our clients.Employee & Job Applicants Privacy Notice

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