Weber Shandwick – Public Relations Intern (Summer 2025) – Toronto, ON

Company: Weber Shandwick

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Fri, 31 Jan 2025 01:37:08 GMT

Job description: Public Relations Intern (Summer 2025)Are you looking for exposure to an award-winning global marketing communications agency working with some of the world’s most exciting brands? Are you ready to IGNITE your career?Weber’s IGNITE isn’t your average agency internship program. It’s a career-launching opportunity for anyone eager to play a role in solving today’s biggest communications challenges. It’s an immersive dive into our agency where you will do real work with real clients.IGNITE offers a fully curated, hands-on experience that’s designed to develop your skillset, provide invaluable insights and help you explore the many facets of our industry as you define – and invest in – your career path.While our story is rooted in traditional PR, we’ve evolved into a fully integrated agency working with some of the biggest names in QSR, CPG, retail, healthcare, technology and financial services.Across media relations, influencer relations, social strategy, corporate reputation, crisis management, public affairs, branding, editorial content, employee engagement, digital advertising, experiential events, analytics, social impact and more – our work, knowledge and people are as diverse as the ideas we present every day.WHAT YOU’LL DOFrom creative brainstorming to day-to-day execution, IGNITE interns form the foundation of a talented team that generates ground-breaking, award-winning programs. During the program, you’ll work on campaigns for iconic brands and companies you likely encounter every single day.Beginning day one, we’ll create an environment that allows you to explore the various facets of Public Relations and Marketing:

  • Conduct and report on media monitoring to keep us aware of client coverage and what’s happening with their competitors, identify potential risks and support with crisis management.
  • Prepare and update media and influencer lists with fresh outlets, angles and voices.
  • Apply strong written ability to draft research reports, social content, internal communications and media relations materials.
  • Support event execution: generate ideas, source locations, coordinate vendors, engage with media/influencers, and set-up/take-down.
  • Develop briefs that help planners and creative teams understand the client ask.
  • Dig deep into consumer and competitive research to support with new business pitches.
  • Attend brainstorms alongside strategic planners, art directors and copywriters.
  • Assist account teams with ad-hoc tasks such as project management and billing support.

WHAT YOU’LL GET FROM US

  • Experience – You’ll be part of one or more account teams working on some of Canada’s (and the world’s) top brands. You won’t be watching from the sidelines, you will be IN the work.
  • Training and coaching – You’ll kick off your experience with a series of trainings to introduce you to the core areas of our work, and then be invited to workshops and ongoing local and global trainings to keep you on the cutting edge of some of the most advanced thinking in the industry.
  • Mentorship – You’ll be paired with a “People Champion” to ensure you get the most out of your experience and help guide your career.
  • Support – You’ll get a buddy (who was also a recent IGNITE intern) dedicated to showing you the ropes and navigate the agency world, as well as access to a network of current and former interns to trade tips and share advice.
  • A paycheck! – Our interns are paid hourly, at 40-hours per week.

Our IGNITE interns will earn practical experience as fully integrated members of account teams and will receive coaching from team members to help advance your career goals.GOT WHAT IT TAKES?We are accepting applications for summer (May-August) 2025. Applications are welcomed from candidates in Toronto and Montreal.Weber Shandwick welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Applications will close on February 21, 2025.Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.#LI-LC1

Senior Associate, Business Development – Weber Shandwick – Toronto, ON

Company: Weber Shandwick

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 11 Jan 2025 01:48:38 GMT

Job description: Who We AreWeber Shandwick Canada, part of the Weber Shandwick global network, is a leading global communications agency that believes in the power of real connections-between people, brands, and culture. We’re a collaborative, creative, and inclusive team, committed to driving engagement across all forms of media, and sparking conversations that shape the future. At Weber Shandwick, diversity and inclusion aren’t just a priority-they’re the foundation of our ethos and how we build better ideas.The OpportunityWe’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join our Business Development team as a Senior Associate. In this supporting role, you’ll assist in shaping and executing our marketing strategy and contributing to business growth. Your responsibilities will include aiding in building our brand presence, crafting campaigns, and coordinating with various teams. If you’re a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working on creative projects, this role is for you.At Weber Shandwick Canada, our work is grounded in strategy, cultural insights, and creativity. We help brands connect with the people who matter most-meeting them where they are and speaking to what they care about. We aim not just to capture attention, but to create enduring impact and build powerful, lasting bonds. Our stories are designed to live in the culture, language, and speed of today’s media.The ideal candidate is endlessly curious, constantly exploring the news and the industry. They actively read, follow, and engage with leading news and influencers to stay ahead of the curve.Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the execution of marketing plans to boost agency visibility and new business efforts.
  • Help maintain and update brand materials-think case studies, capabilities decks, and social content.
  • Collaborate with practice and account leads on award submissions and showcase standout work.
  • Assist in tracking trends and competitors to keep the agency ahead of the curve.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to bring our story and capabilities to life in new business opportunities, from strategy to execution.
  • Assist in the response of new business RFPs.
  • Help develop and manage vendor and other partner relationships.
  • Assist in research and reporting to track the success of our efforts.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in marketing, PR, or digital (agency experience = bonus points).
  • Excellent communication skills with a knack for storytelling.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a knack for juggling multiple projects.
  • Curious, creative, and on the pulse of what’s new in culture and in the industry.
  • Collaborative and comfortable navigating a global, fast-paced environment.

Why Weber Shandwick Canada? With us, you’ll work with a tight-knit team of creative thinkers who love what they do. We’re all about great ideas, big impact, and building meaningful relationships-inside the agency and out. Ready to make a mark? Let’s talk.Weber Shandwick Canada recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority.The Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • RRSP (with employer match)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Juice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soul
  • Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – $50 monthly cell phone reimbursement
  • MyDays – Flexible time off
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave Policy

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.#LI-SK1

Weber Shandwick Canada, a leading global communications agency, is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Associate to join their Business Development team. The ideal candidate should have experience in marketing, PR, or digital, possess excellent communication skills, be organized and detail-oriented, have a passion for storytelling, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The role will involve executing marketing plans, updating brand materials, collaborating on award submissions, tracking trends and competitors, responding to new business RFPs, and managing vendor relationships. Weber Shandwick Canada offers a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, flexible time off, and more. They are committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing a supportive work environment.

Vice President, Analytics – Weber Shandwick – Toronto, ON

Company: Weber Shandwick

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 11 Jan 2025 04:10:13 GMT

Job description: VP, AnalyticsThe VP, Analytics will be a leader with clients and colleagues, delivering data-driven, actionable insights and approaches. Ideal candidates will be excited about championing for the analytics discipline and fluent in the various technologies, platforms and best practices that define the online media and marketing space. Are you interested in developing solutions based on evidence and insight? Do you obsessively track digital and tech trends? Are you passionate about using data to guide brand and business decisions?About you: You are a highly collaborative, original thinker who is endlessly curious about the intersections of people, culture, brands, and media. You think and write clearly, and you understand diverse media platforms and technology. You can develop innovative measurement strategies, lead business intelligence efforts and manage the execution of analyses designed to drive deep understanding of consumer behavior and communications performance of today’s brand communications challenges.Responsibilities:

  • Work across teams on consumer brand and corporate communications strategies from start to finish, including execution and performance evaluation.
  • Partner with data, product, AI and other specialist teams across the agency to pilot and implement innovative solutions for clients
  • Lead the analytics business in Canada, working closely with North American and Global Analytics & Intelligence teams
  • Support and advance established Weber Shandwick analytic products and methodologies for Canadian clients
  • Champion the use of data to inform decision-making at all levels internally and externally.
  • Provide hands-on consultancy, collaboration and support to clients and project teams in designing, budgeting, staffing, and delivering analytics work.
  • Derive insights from data to create a compelling narrative that moves internal and external audiences to act on our recommendations.
  • Proficiency with earned, owned, and paid aspects of digital content management, including social media, site analytics and search.
  • Experience using media/marketing intelligence, social listening, or other research tools such as: YouGov, Talkwaker, Cision, Quid, Vividata, Meltwater and others.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Comfort with working in and contributing to a fast-paced, team environment.
  • Reports to regional Innovation + Intelligence Lead, plays an active role in team development, and manages, supervises and mentors talented and eager junior staff.
  • 8-10 years’ experience (preferably in consumer marketing, PR and/or advertising)

About UsWeber Shandwick is a leading global communications network that delivers next-generation solutions to brands, businesses and organizations in major markets around the world. Led by world-class strategic and creative thinkers and activators, we have won some of the most prestigious awards in the industry. Weber Shandwick was named to Ad Age’s Agency A-List in 2020 and Best Places to Work in 2019. Weber Shandwick was also honored as PRWeek’s Global Agency of the Year in 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018, and PRovoke’s Global Agency of the Year in 2015, 2017 and 2019. The firm earned 25 Lions at the 2019 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Data-led, with earned ideas at the core, the agency deploys leading and emerging technologies to inform strategy, develop critical insights and heighten impact across sectors and specialty areas, including brand and B2B marketing, healthcare marketing, change management, employee engagement, corporate reputation, crisis management, data and analytics, technology, public affairs, social impact and financial communications. Weber Shandwick is part of the Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). For more information, visitThe Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • RRSP (with employer match)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Juice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soul
  • Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – $50 monthly cell phone reimbursement
  • MyDays – Flexible time off
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave Policy

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.#LI-SK1

The VP, Analytics role at Weber Shandwick involves leading teams to deliver data-driven insights and approaches to clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of online media and marketing technologies and platforms. Responsibilities include developing measurement strategies, collaborating with teams, and deriving insights from data. The role also involves managing junior staff and contributing to team development. Weber Shandwick offers a comprehensive benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Vice President, Social & Influencer Strategy – Weber Shandwick – Toronto, ON

Company: Weber Shandwick

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 17 Oct 2024 04:57:50 GMT

Job description: VICE PRESIDENT – SOCIAL & INFLUENCER STRATEGYAt Weber Shandwick, we build brand stories designed to earn attention, coverage and conversation. We’re a passionate and diverse team that protects and promotes some of Canada’s (and the world’s) most iconic and beloved brands … and has fun while doing it!If you’re a dynamic digital and social leader with an integrated-marketing mindset, here’s an opportunity to play a leadership role at a forward-thinking, award-winning and globally leading agency. Over the last five years, Weber Shandwick has been recognized as PRovoke Media’s Canadian Agency of the Year, IABC Canadian Large Agency of the Year, a certified Great Place to Work (six years running) and boasts the most exciting client list of any agency in the country.POSITION PROFILEWe are currently seeking a Vice President – Social & Influencer Strategy to join our Integrated Media team in Toronto. We’re looking for a self-starter who is ready to take the lead in shaping our digital offering and driving the agency’s social and influencer teams forward. As a key leadership position, this person will lead Social & Influencer Strategy for Canada. This role will lead breakthrough work across several major accounts, while driving growth and inspiring digital innovation across the agency.The ideal candidate is an experienced leader who is passionate about social media and working with influencers and creators. The position requires expert-level understanding of social platforms and influencer marketing and the role they play in the larger interconnected and ever-evolving media ecosystem.They have deep experience in the social and influencer space with notable brands and are in tune with emerging trends, as well as the broader cultural and technological shifts taking place in the media landscape. This role calls for curiosity about what comes next in technology, marketing and media, paired with a passion for working with influencers.We’re looking for someone who knows how to motivate a team, tap into their passion and lead with a sense of integrity, honesty and humility – a leader who can set the big-picture strategy but isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and dive into the work.Most importantly, we are looking for someone who wants to put their strategic skills to work driving engagement for great brands, is highly collaborative and willing to grow and lead a team doing bold new things.Responsibilities

  • Develop a deep understanding of our clients’ businesses and target audiences, and – working in close collaboration with our Creative, Insights and Client Experience teams – lead the creation and execution of innovative and integrated social and/or influencer campaigns that drive trackable and meaningful results
  • Serve as the primary Canadian social and influencer lead for major global brands –

leading the development of innovative social/digital initiatives from briefing to execution, including campaign strategies, content creation, paid integration and measuring effectiveness/ROI, as well as digital team structure and workflows

  • Stay at the forefront of technology trends, new applications and emerging platforms to champion social and digital innovation and continuously further our offerings
  • Provide expert counsel to clients and colleagues on social/digital/influencer trends, issues and best practices – act as a thought leader who shares knowledge, expertise and strong counsel internally and externally
  • Continuously advance the agency’s influence offering; overseeing key relationships with talent agencies and content creators, and institutionalizing a set of best-in-class tools and processes for identification, contract negotiation, content planning, paid amplification, campaign optimization, measurement and ROI analysis
  • Collaborate effectively with inter-agency teams to develop holistic plans and fully integrated strategies for our clients
  • Work closely with our Insights team to advance our social listening and analytics offering
  • Socialize and promote our social and influencer capabilities to drive organic and new business growth
  • Lead a high-performing team of digital specialists; mentor and develop junior team members

REQUIREMENTS

  • 12+ years of experience, preferably within an agency environment
  • A thorough command of the social media and digital world (from the evolving social web to mobile tools and trends), sophisticated client service and digital communications skills, high energy, and passion for this area of rapid change and innovation
  • Expert-level proficiency in social media platforms and inherent curiosity about emerging communities – willing to experiment with cutting-edge platforms and techniques and sell in new ways of thinking to clients
  • Deep expertise in building and managing influencer programs, establishing best practices and leading strong influencer marketing teams.
  • Understand the paid media environment and how it applies to a holistic social media strategy
  • Familiarity with a broad set of social, media and influencer analytics tools; and experience working with an analytics team to measure campaign ROI and generate insights that inform future strategy
  • Established relationships with social platforms, partners, influencers and talent agencies
  • Outstanding communication skills to successfully present program recommendations and establish trusted relationships with senior clients
  • Proven new business expertise and success
  • Proven experience building teams, managing and mentoring junior staff and working collaboratively in a cross-functional setting

The Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • RRSP (with employer match)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Juice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soul
  • Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – $50 monthly cell phone reimbursement
  • MyDays – Flexible time off
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave Policy

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.#LI-SK1

Weber Shandwick is seeking a Vice President – Social & Influencer Strategy to lead social and influencer teams in Canada. The ideal candidate should have 12+ years of experience in the agency environment, expertise in social media platforms, influencer marketing, and analytics, as well as proven success in new business development. The role involves leading breakthrough work for major accounts, driving growth, and inspiring digital innovation. The position offers a range of benefits and opportunities for personal and professional growth within the agency.

Weber Shandwick – Public Relations Intern (Spring 2025) – Toronto, ON

Company: Weber Shandwick

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 05:07:06 GMT

Job description: Public Relations Intern (Spring 2025)Are you looking for experience with an award-winning global marketing communications agency that works with some of the world’s most exciting brands? Are you ready to IGNITE your career?Weber’s IGNITE isn’t your average agency internship program. It’s a career-launching opportunity for anyone eager to play a role in solving today’s biggest communications challenges. It’s an immersive dive into our agency where you will do real work with real clients.IGNITE offers a fully curated, hands-on experience that’s designed to develop your skillset, provide invaluable insights and help you explore the many facets of our industry as you define – and invest in – your career path.While our story is rooted in traditional PR, we’ve evolved into a fully integrated agency working with some of the biggest names in QSR, CPG, retail, healthcare, technology and financial services.Across media relations, influencer relations, social strategy, corporate reputation, crisis management, public affairs, branding, editorial content, employee engagement, digital advertising, experiential events, analytics, social impact, client service and more – our work, knowledge and people are as diverse as the ideas we present every day.WHAT YOU’LL DOFrom creative brainstorming to day-to-day execution, IGNITE interns are immersed in talented account teams that generates ground-breaking, award-winning programs. During the program, you’ll work on campaigns for iconic brands and companies you likely encounter every single day.Beginning day one, we’ll create an environment that allows you to explore the various facets of Public Relations and Marketing:

  • Conduct media monitoring to keep us aware of client coverage and what’s happening with their competitors, identify potential risks and support with crisis management.
  • Prepare media and influencer lists with fresh outlets, angles and voices.
  • Apply strong written ability to draft research reports, social content, internal communications and media relations materials.
  • Support event execution: generate ideas, source locations, coordinate vendors, engage with media/influencers, and set-up/take-down.
  • Develop briefs that help planners and creative teams understand the client ask.
  • Dig deep into consumer and competitive research to support new campaigns and business pitches.
  • Assist account teams with client communications, project management and billing support.

WHAT YOU’LL GET FROM US

  • Experience – You’ll be part of one or more account teams working on some of Canada’s (and the world’s) top brands. You won’t be watching from the sidelines, you will be IN the work.
  • Training and coaching – You’ll kick off your experience with a series of trainings to introduce you to the core areas of our work, and then be invited to workshops and ongoing local and global trainings to keep you on the cutting edge of some of the most advanced thinking in the industry.
  • Mentorship – You’ll be paired with a “People Champion” to ensure you get the most out of your experience and help guide your career.
  • Support – You’ll get a buddy (who was also a recent IGNITE intern) dedicated to showing you the ropes and navigate the agency world, as well as access to a network of current and former interns to trade tips and share advice.
  • A paycheck! – Our interns are paid hourly, at 40-hours per week.

Our IGNITE interns will earn practical experience as fully integrated members of account teams and will receive coaching from team members to help advance your career goals.GOT WHAT IT TAKES?We are accepting applications for Spring (January-May) 2025. Applications are welcomed from candidates in Toronto and Montreal.Weber Shandwick welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Applications will close on October 23.Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.#LI-LC1

Senior Vice President, Corporate Issues – Weber Shandwick – Toronto, ON

Company: Weber Shandwick

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 23:59:11 GMT

Job description: The Weber Shandwick Toronto office is seeking a Senior Vice President to join its C-Suite Advisory and Risk team.What we are seeking:We are looking for a seasoned change agent to help us grow our Global Crisis and Issues Practice, drive a broad range of issues-oriented and proactive reputation campaigns, and help clients prepare for and manage complex issues and live crises.You should be able to lead day-to-day client and team activity, cultivate strong relationships with clients, help craft and lead execution of new programs, plans and strategies, and work with a broad set of media (business and trade; traditional print, online and broadcast). You can drive forward plans and programs within set parameters and achieve outstanding results for clients. Finally, you should be curious, resourceful, and entrepreneurial. Previous agency experience and understanding of advanced data analytics platforms and resources is a must.You will have worked with clients across multiple industries and understand how to work with data and analytics experts to generate insights and inform counsel.You will play an important role on our team, leading a broad range of projects and developing new business opportunities. You will be a leader on the team and help mentor and grow the skill sets of emerging talent in our practice. You should be a sharp strategist, have strong writing skills, be social and digital analytics savvy, and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. You can marshal teams and resources effectively and quickly.Our team:The Weber Shandwick C-Suite Advisory team focuses on: Organizational Preparedness, Response, and Resiliency; Social Impact, ESG, & DE&I; Enterprise & Executive Leadership Strategy (incl. Geopolitical, Public Diplomacy, Public Health); Organizational Transformation & Employee Engagement; Corporate Marketing; Capital Market Insights and Financial Communications. It also collaborates closely with Weber-Shandwick teams and other parts of The Weber Shandwick Collective. The nature of our work requires an ability and eagerness to juggle multiple responsibilities and work with multi-office teams. You will have the opportunity to play a leading role in launching a new advisory business and the growth and expansion of this team and offering.What you will be doing:Client Support:

  • Serve as primary or day-to-day client contact on a wide range of issues and crisis communications situations for companies and organizations, including product safety issues and recalls, adverse events, pricing and access issues, workplace culture, litigation, regulatory compliance issues, misinformation campaigns, DEI-related matters, investigative reporting, and more.
  • Build, nurture and expand client relationships.
  • Develop and draft crisis plans, media strategies, reactive media statements, talking points, FAQs, memos, crisis simulations, and other deliverables as needed.
  • Oversee and execute proactive media outreach and reactive media relations strategies in connection with issues and crisis management strategies, as needed.
  • Provide regular counsel to clients and colleagues.
  • Keep client programs on schedule and ensure all deadlines are met within budget parameters.
  • Provide media and crisis training to clients.
  • Develop and deliver client presentations.

New Business and Marketing:

  • Help drive the growth of the C-Suite Advisory and Risk practice.
  • Help lead new business development for the team and collaborate among practice areas at the agency in support of broader new business pitches that include a crisis and issues component.

Team Management:

  • Take an active role in managing the team and problem solving.
  • Work with peers to further the mission, goals, and culture of the C-Suite Advisory and Risk and the agency.
  • Promote team cooperation by actively seeking the opinions and views of team members of all levels.
  • Train and motivate emerging talent and help create opportunities for their growth.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and/or 15+ years of relevant experience in an agency/strategic consulting firm, political campaign, or similar setting.
  • Experience directly counseling clients/senior ranking executives through a broad range of crises, issues, and special situations.
  • Skilled crisis and issues media relations strategist and practitioner with top-tier media relations experience.
  • Familiarity with the latest digital trends in social media strategy, tools, and analytics.
  • Experience with corporate reputation and brand safety/protection through integrated communications programs.
  • Thrives under pressure and can handle multiple projects in a demanding, deadline-oriented environment.
  • Exercises exceptional judgment when working with clients, colleagues and vendors.
  • Communicates clearly, analytically, and persuasively, both orally and in writing.
  • Pays close attention to detail and quality of work product.
  • Adept at solving problems and resolving conflicts.
  • Capable of mobilizing and motivating teams, anticipating needs, and instilling confidence.

The Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • RRSP (with employer match)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Juice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soul
  • Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – $50 monthly cell phone reimbursement
  • MyDays – Flexible time off
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave Policy

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.#LI-SK1

The Weber Shandwick Toronto office is looking for a Senior Vice President to join its C-Suite Advisory and Risk team. The ideal candidate should have agency experience, be skilled in crisis and issues management, and have knowledge of data analytics. The role will involve client support, new business development, and team management. The team focuses on various areas including organizational preparedness, social impact, and corporate marketing. The position offers a competitive benefits package. Weber Shandwick is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Senior Copywriter – Weber Shandwick – Toronto, ON

Company: Weber Shandwick

Location: Toronto, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Thu, 19 Sep 2024 03:53:53 GMT

Job description: We are seeking a Copywriter with strong digital / social expertise to join our creative team. We are looking for someone with the right combination of conceptual approach, self-motivation, and writing skills necessary to create, sell, and execute impactful ideas for our clients. This person will be instrumental in defining the conceptual approach and direction for a variety of brands and assignments across a wide range of communication strategies and channels. They need to be obsessive about big ideas which earn attention and crafting compelling stories. We are looking for a specific type of person, someone who embodies talent and decency in equal measure.Responsibilities:

  • Crafting stories and building brands through campaign level thinking and execution
  • Remain current on industry, cultural, and technology trends, and look for opportunities to incorporate them into your creative concepts
  • Work with art directors, designers, strategists, producers and other team members to flesh out the creative development of social media ideas and tactical executions
  • Develop original concepts and executions with the intention of sparking conversation and engagement in the social media space. These ideas can be published across various social media channels, published through influencer channels, or may transcend social media, digital and traditional advertising.
  • Ongoing development of new ideas, creative concepts, headlines, video scripts, social posts and various other forms of online/offline brand storytelling
  • Presenting ideas and production-ready executions to internal and external stakeholders
  • In all social media-specific concepts, be sure to understand various execution formats and incorporate creative/copy/layout best practices for various social media networks including Facebook, Instagram, X, Snapchat, LinkedIn and YouTube
  • Write video-based story ideas with the complete understanding of the types of video formats that work best across various social networks (live, long-form, tap for audio, etc.)
  • Ensure all creative adheres to existing brand guidelines and social media best practices
  • Responsible for editing and proofing materials during all project phases
  • Wear multiple hats: depending on your skills, there will be times when you will have to drive the creative process by playing multiple roles throughout concepting and execution phases

CORE REQUIREMENTS

  • 4-5 years of copywriting experience in an agency or related field (advertising, digital, social media, publishing/content or public relations)
  • Must be self-motivated, hard working, well organized, thick skinned and resilient to ever-changing timelines, requests, and deliverables
  • Ongoing drive to understand emerging techniques, trends and philosophies in marketing, technology, interaction and social media
  • Must have a portfolio (share anything that conveys the way you think or approach assignments, even if it was never produced; we like chicken scratches).
  • Bonus Skills: blogging, journalism, social community management

The Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • RRSP (with employer match)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Juice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soul
  • Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – $50 monthly cell phone reimbursement
  • MyDays – Flexible time off
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave Policy

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.#LI-KG1

We are looking for a Copywriter with strong digital and social expertise to join our creative team. The ideal candidate must possess conceptual thinking, self-motivation, and excellent writing skills to create impactful ideas for clients. Responsibilities include crafting stories, staying updated on industry trends, working with a team to develop social media ideas, and presenting ideas to stakeholders. The core requirements include 4-5 years of copywriting experience in an agency or related field, self-motivation, and the ability to adapt to changing timelines. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, RRSP with employer match, and flexible time off. Weber Shandwick is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.