Jobs Available at UrbanToronto

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UrbanToronto is seeking an Assistant Editor to join our team. If you are a team player with an entrepreneurial spirit, we want to talk to you!

As Assistant Editor, you will work closely with the Managing Editor and participate in all stages of the publication processes at UrbanToronto.

Responsibilities:

• Source, research and write daily articles
• Choose support materials, like images and illustrations
• Ensure accuracy and quality of editorial
• Manage, edit and publish written work
• Work under daily and weekly deadlines
• Liaise with clients and industry members
• Work with team members such as freelance writers, photographers, writers
• Produce custom content when required
• Compile and deploy weekly newsletter

Qualifications:

• Education in Communications, News Reporting or related field
• Background in Real Estate, Planning, Architecture or related field is a big plus
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Ability to handle daily deadlines and tight timelines
• Experience with web editing tools and software, Photoshop, Mailchimp, basic HTML
• Photo editing experience a bonus
• Knowledge of Toronto development, real estate, and architecture
• Creative, energetic and an entrepreneurial spirit is a must!

Interested applicants should send the following information to online [at] urbantoronto [dot] ca using the subject “Assistant Editor Job” in the subject:

• Resume
• Three samples of previously published articles

 

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UrbanToronto Job Opportunity: Social Media Coordinator | UrbanToronto

UrbanToronto job opportunity: we are seeking a social media coordinator.

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UrbanToronto is seeking a Social Media Coordinator to join our team. If you are a team player with an entrepreneurial spirit, we want to talk to you!

As Social Media Coordinator you will be responsible for maintaining a strong social media presence for UrbanToronto. Your role will be to create and implement online marketing strategies through all of our social media accounts.

Responsibilities:

• Create engaging social media posts, images, videos and stories
• Attend events and produce live social media content
• Assist with the development of social media strategy
• Encourage communication and participation on our social media profiles
• Establish and cultivate relationships with industry members and influencers
• Create and execute promotional plans for partners
• Generate reports showing social media growth
• Participate in site's discussion forum

Qualifications:

• Proven work experience in digital and social media
• Experience in buying digital advertising
• Clear understanding of metrics and ability to analyze in an effective manner
• Direct experience using Hootsuite
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Superior communication skills
• Ability to handle daily deadlines and tight timelines
• Knowledge of GTA urban development, architecture and real estate
• Creative, energetic and an entrepreneurial spirit is a must!

Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume and samples of social media work to online [at] urbantoronto [dot] ca using “Social Media Job” in the subject.

 

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UrbanToronto Job Opportunity: Writer | UrbanToronto

UrbanToronto is seeking a Writer to join our team. If you are a team player with an entrepreneurial spirit, we want to talk to you!

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UrbanToronto is expanding and we're looking for freelance writers! Excellent command of the written word and previous writing experience is a must.

Candidates should also have expertise in at least two of these areas related to the GTHA: development, planning, architecture, real estate, transportation, urban issues, photography, history.

Primary duties would include researching and writing news stories, features, interview-based articles and occasional reporting from events.

Interested applicants should email the following information to online [at] urbantoronto [dot] ca noting “ Writer Job” in the subject:

• resume
• brief cover letter explaining why you'd make a great addition to the UrbanToronto team
• a 200-word essay about your favourite building in the GTHA and why
• links to three previously published articles