Content Creator (CIJA)

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CIJA

We are seeking a creative Content Creator to join our team. This role is crucial for developing and executing a comprehensive content strategy that resonates with our audience across all social media platforms, with a particular focus on video content and TikTok. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in video production, graphic design, and copywriting, enabling them to create engaging and impactful content that supports our advocacy goals. This position is based in either Toronto or Ottawa and reports to the VP Communications and Marketing.

About Us

The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) builds and nurtures relationships with leaders in government, media, academia, civil society, and other faith and ethnic communities to ensure greater understanding of the issues that impact the Jewish community. CIJA combats antisemitism and discrimination in all its forms and advocates for fundamental rights and freedoms, social justice, and support for the people of Israel. As the advocacy agent of the Jewish Federations of Canada, CIJA is a national, non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of Jewish life in Canada by advancing the public policy interests of Canada’s organized Jewish community.

CIJA connects the power of a strong, national network to regional efforts in every Canadian province and, as the Canadian affiliate of the World Jewish Congress, to international efforts worldwide.

Primary Functions

Content Strategy Development

  • Develop a comprehensive video content strategy tailored to different social media platforms.
  • Identify key messaging and themes that align with our organization's mission and resonate with our target audience.
  • Monitor trends and insights in social media and video content to keep our strategy current and effective.

Video Production

  • Plan, script, shoot, and edit high-quality video content that is engaging, informative, and shareable.
  • Collaborate with other team members to produce video content that supports ongoing campaigns and initiatives.
  • Ensure all video content adheres to our brand guidelines and is optimized for each social media platform.

Graphic Design: Work with CIJA's Creative Director to:

  • Create visually appealing graphics and multimedia content to complement video productions.
  • Design thumbnails, title cards, and other visual elements to enhance video content and increase engagement.
  • Ensure all visual content aligns with our brand identity.
  • Create visually appealing graphics and multimedia content to complement video productions.
  • Design thumbnails, title cards, and other visual elements to enhance video content and increase engagement.
  • Work with the marketing team to ensure all visual content aligns with our brand identity.

Copywriting

  • Write compelling scripts and copy for video content that conveys our key messages effectively.
  • Craft engaging captions, descriptions, and other written content for social media posts.
  • Collaborate with the communications team to ensure consistency in messaging across all platforms.
  • Performance Analysis
  • Monitor and analyze the performance of video content across all social media platforms.
  • Use insights and analytics to refine and improve content strategy and production processes.
  • Report on key metrics and KPIs to demonstrate the impact of video content on our advocacy efforts.

Collaboration and Outreach

  • Collaborate with internal teams, including government relations, advocacy, and regional offices, to align video content with organizational goals.
  • Engage with influencers, community leaders, and other stakeholders to amplify our message through video content.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas for new video content and campaigns.

Required Skills:

  • University Degree or College Diploma in Business, Advertising, Communication or Marketing-related field
  • Proven experience in project management with a focus on photography & video production
  • Excellent skills in MS Office, Teams and can effectively learn and use additional systems, including contact database software and cloud-based applications.
  • Exceptional Skill with Adobe Creative Suite, with a focus on Premiere, experience with Final Cut Pro X an asset
  • Self-motivated, effectively prioritize deliverables and manage multiple tight deadline
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team both with local and national staff members
  • Highly developed interpersonal and relationship management skills
  • Knowledge of issues of concern to Canada’s Jewish Community
  • Bilingualism is an asset
  • Flexibility – work on nights and weekends may arise

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. This position will be based in CIJA’s Toronto Office. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received. Only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted. No walk-ins or phone calls, please. Deadline for submissions is August 9th, 2024.

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The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs is the advocacy agent of Jewish Federations of Canada-UIA, representing Jewish Federations across Canada.