Job Title | Part-Time Social Media Coordinator
Location | Toronto, ON
Reports to | Membership & Engagement Manager
Rate | $20/hour
Hours | Part-time (24 hours/week) with a 3-month probation period
Posted | August 8, 2022
Closes | August 23, 2022
Anticipated Start | September 7, 2022

Organization Description

Founded in 1984, WIFT Toronto is a member-based, not-for-profit organization.  We are passionate individuals who are dedicated to the education, engagement and empowerment of our members at all stages of their careers in the screen-based media industry.

Job Description

WIFT Toronto is looking for a Part-Time Social Media Coordinator who will be responsible for strategizing, planning and executing WIFT Toronto’s social media platforms and producing materials to support those platforms under the guidance and direction of their manager.

This position will report to the Membership & Engagement Manager and will work in collaboration with the WIFT Toronto team, members, sponsors, partner organizations and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the team to plan and post social media content (including descriptions, text, images) and advertisements based on WIFT Toronto’s programming and events, members and sponsors & partners
• Create a yearly social media calendar to prepare in advance for important dates and events
• Create content and graphics for social media and/or online communication use
• Ensure WIFT Toronto maintains a steady stream of positive social media interactions with its target audience
• Engage with members, sponsors & partners in a timely and appropriate manner
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to social media activities on a weekly/monthly basis using Google analytics and/or other online reporting tools
• Attend member-specific programs and event
• Attend member-specific programs and events that WIFT Toronto hosts (virtually or in-person) including but not limited to New Member Orientations, AGM, Showcase, Reception@TIFF and the Crystal Awards Gala
• Research potential partners & industry stakeholders including due diligence to ensure alignment with WIFT Toronto’s vision & mission
• Other duties, as they arise

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in the Canadian screen-based media industry (including freelance work)
• Minimum of 2 years work experience in digital marketing, advertising, project management, coordination, or similar
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Professional applications
• Experience with Canva or similar design tools
• Ability to work cross-functionally and within a team environment with tight timelines
• Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends

Assets

• Experience working with a non-profit, member-based arts organization
• Degree or diploma in professional writing, marketing, public relations, project management

Application Details

Qualified candidates should send an email with “Social Media Coordinator” in the subject line, with their cover letter (attention Abby Brockhouse), CV, and three references (including email and daytime phone contact details) as a single document attachment to abrockhouse@wift.com. If you have questions or require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know.

Candidates are also encouraged to send in samples of their work in social media.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be notified. WIFT Toronto is an equal opportunity employer.