Staff Writer

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)Posted on: Jul 23 Role/Title: Staff Writer Department: blogTO Location: Toronto Salary Range: 50,000 to $55,000 Who We Are Zoomer

Media owns and operates media across all platforms TV, radio, print and digital through leading brands: blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity, The Peak, Mobile

Syrup, Vision TV, The New Classical 96.3 FM, Zoomer Radio, Zoomer Magazine, the Canadian Association of Retired Persons (CARP), and more.

Founded by television and media icon Moses Znaimer in 2008, Zoomer is a multiplatform media company devoted to creating content and experiences for Canada''s most powerful audiences: the 18.1 million people aged 45-plus aka ''Zoomers'', and the 15.1 million Millennials and Gen Zs, coincidentally also called Zoomers, who follow in their footsteps.

Curiocity Media Group (CMG) , part of Zoomer

Media, is one of Canadas leading digital media publishers, helping millions of people discover the best of their city and beyond through engaging, hyper-local content and brand partnerships.

We combine editorial excellence, data-driven storytelling, and a distinctly fun, approachable voice to deliver campaigns that perform for both clients and audiences.

Who You Are You are an experienced digital reporter and storyteller with a passion for local journalism.

You have an expert knowledge of the Greater Toronto Area and an insatiable curiosity to discover whats new and to report on people, places and stories not covered by other media.

Youre comfortable reporting on a wide range of topics such as local news, lifestyle and culture that includes but is not exclusive to: breaking news, housing and real estate, events, food and restaurants, nightlife, shopping, local travel and outdoors and the history of the city.

What You''ll Do Report on news and lifestyle stories in an entertaining and timely manner every day,



sometimes breaking at any moment Publish posts ranging from breaking news stories to local politics to development to more simple photo/video posts Use analytics to pitch story ideas that are compelling and will drive conversation in Toronto Work with team members on story producing and prioritize coverage/stories.

Follow viral and emerging trends on media and social media Conduct necessary research required to produce content, which may include but is not limited to conducting interviews and attending events Work ahead to schedule weekend content for blogTO Attend editorial team meetings and pitch feasible story ideas.

Keep up-to-date with news and events happening around the country and contribute to the conversation about culture in Toronto.

Increase credibility of the company through quality, trustworthy, and ethical work.

Capture quality photos and vertical video clips for accompanying articles, as needed.

Flex your creative muscles to craft unique content.

Monitor engagement of articles and accept feedback from the editorial team in order to make necessary improvements or adjustments to work.

Other tasks, as required by your manager. experience with being on camera is an asset Experience managing multiple projects at once Is an asset Being able to identify exciting stories that can be presented in both a written and visual medium Experience with Instagram is an asset What You Have Excellent written and verbal communication skills Prociency in the use of Django or other CMS platforms Understanding of social media and SEO and their importance to publishing Skilled with photography, and photo editing is an asset Ability to eciently and eectively proofread and edit content.

What We Offer Flexible paid time off policy to ensure you''re able to get the break you need and work at an optimized level.

Opportunity for both skilled and personal growth.

Hybrid work environment.

Benefits package including dental, vision, and extended health starting after 3 months. ***

📌 Staff Writer (Toronto)
🏢 Daily Hive
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