Role/Title: Account Executive, Local Markets

Department: ZDN Sales

Location: Toronto

Salary Range: $80-100K OTE  

Who We Are 

At Zoomer Digital Network (ZDN) (A division of ZoomerMedia), we are passionate about connecting local businesses with their communities through innovative digital media solutions. Our mission is to empower brands to grow and thrive by delivering targeted, impactful advertising across a diverse portfolio of media outlets, including our flagship Zoomer platform.

We believe in the power of local stories and the importance of helping businesses succeed in a digital-first world. With a commitment to integrity, innovation, and community, we partner with local and national brands to craft campaigns that resonate and deliver measurable results.

Our extensive media network includes prominent publishers such as blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity, The Peak, and MobileSyrup—each trusted sources that engage millions of readers daily. Behind the scenes, our talented teams—ranging from content creators and digital strategists to sales and advertising specialists—work collaboratively to develop compelling stories and innovative marketing solutions that drive results for our clients.

In addition, our in-house agency, Titus/One, provides cutting-edge digital marketing and creative services, helping clients leverage the full potential of digital advertising, from programmatic campaigns to social media management and website development.

Who You Are

We’re looking for a motivated and entrepreneurial Local Markets Account Executive to join our sales division. This role is pivotal in expanding our local and commercial client base across Canada, with a focus on verticals such as Automotive, Retail, Professional Services, Food & Beverage, and Hospitality.

Your mission is to consult with local businesses, introduce them to our Zoomer Digital Suite, and showcase how our media outlets — including the widely trusted Zoomer platform — can help them reach their target audiences effectively. You will work within designated territories, focusing on new business development and building lasting partnerships that support our clients’ growth.

What You'll Do

• Drive New Business Growth: Identify and secure new local and regional clients by leveraging your consultative sales approach.

• Territorial Development: Build a healthy sales pipeline, consistently achieving or surpassing sales targets.

• Educate & Advocate: Inform clients about the power of digital advertising and how our media outlets can support their business objectives.

• Relationship Building: Develop long-term relationships with clients to foster loyalty and recurring business.

• CRM & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of interactions, pipeline, and sales activity within our CRM systems.

What You Have

•  🗓️  Entrepreneurial & Self-Motivated: You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are driven to succeed.

• 🔎  Consultative & Curious: You enjoy understanding client needs and exploring innovative solutions.

• 🏆  Persistent & Reliable: You demonstrate resilience and consistency in your prospecting and closing efforts.

• 📱 Digital Marketing Savvy: You have a good understanding of digital media and online marketing strategies.

• 📈 Hunter Mentality: You’re proactive in seeking out new opportunities and expanding your territory.

• 🗣️ Excellent Communicator: You can effectively present solutions and build rapport with diverse clients.

• 💻 CRM Experience: Comfortable managing sales activities and client relationships using CRM tools.

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 professional and personal growth.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Benefits package including dental, vision and extended health starting after 3 months.

***Please submit your resume in PDF format only. ***

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

ZoomerMedia Limited is an organization that values creativity, innovative thinking, inclusion and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside passionate and intelligent individuals, and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodations during the selection process, please contact us at careers@Zoomermedia.ca

Role/Title: Jr. Content Creator - Social Media Coordinator

Department: ZDN Video + Social

Location: Vancouver

Salary Range: 50,000-55,000

Who We Are

ZoomerMedia owns and operates media across all platforms — TV, radio, print and digital — through leading brands: blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity, The Peak, MobileSyrup, 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. 

Zoomer Digital Network is ZoomerMedia’s new digital media division with the acquisitions of Canada’s largest brands such as blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity and many more. 

Who You Are

You are a social media enthusiast looking to make an impact across multiple brands while being part of a supportive and collaborative team. You have hands-on experience creating engaging content, growing online communities, and analyzing performance to optimize social media growth. You are self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative and the ability to work independently. You have the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple brands/accounts simultaneously without compromising quality. You’re a team player with a collaborative mindset, adaptable in a fast-changing environment and you’re detail-oriented with a knack for understanding brand identity and tone.

What You'll Do

• Implement social media strategies for multiple brands to ensure brand consistency and engagement.
• Create engaging and relevant content for diverse audiences across various platforms, including text graphics, videos, and stories.
• Plan and schedule social media posts across platforms using scheduling tools to ensure timely and relevant content delivery.
• Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and mentions across all social media platforms in a timely and professional manner, fostering community engagement and positive brand sentiment.
• Working with various teams to facilitate and execute video distribution across multiple social media platforms. 

What You Have

• Experience in social media management across multiple platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Strong content creation skills including graphics and copywriting.
• Proficiency with social media management tools and Adobe applications such as Photoshop, Later, Iconosquare, Meta Business Suite, etc.
• Familiarity with analytics tools (Meta/Instagram Insights, TikTok Analytics, etc.) to track and measure performance.
• Excellent communication skills—both written and verbal—with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, small team environment.
• Creative thinker who stays ahead of digital trends and social media innovations.
• Experience with storytelling on social media platforms as well as graphic design skills are an asset.
• Familiarity with short-form video editing is a plus.
• This role will require flexible work hours and weekends/evenings as needed

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 professional and personal growth.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Benefits package including dental, vision and extended health starting after 3 months.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

ZoomerMedia Limited is an organization that values creativity, innovative thinking, inclusion and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside passionate and intelligent individuals, and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodations during the selection process, please contact us at careers@Zoomermedia.ca

Role/Title: Junior Content Creator - Host and Producer  

Department: Video/Green Screen Department

Location: Vancouver

Salary Range: 50,000-55,000

Who We Are

ZoomerMedia owns and operates media across all platforms — TV, radio, print and digital — through leading brands: blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity, The Peak, MobileSyrup, 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. 

Zoomer Digital Network is ZoomerMedia’s new digital media division with the acquisitions of Canada’s largest brands such as blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity and many more. 

Who You Are

The ideal candidate will have a passion for appearing on-camera and producing vertical, Green Screen video content for social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok and YouTube Shorts with a focus on lifestyle and culture including events, food, travel, nightlife, shopping and other topics. 

You’re a charismatic, energetic and confident digital storyteller and on-camera host with a passion for local journalism and storytelling looking to make an impact across multiple brands while being part of a supportive and collaborative team. 

You have hands-on experience creating engaging content geared towards virality and social media growth on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and other social media platforms and know how to grab a viewer’s attention in the first 3 seconds and hold it. Whether you’re breaking down a big news story, covering a viral moment, or letting our audiences know about the latest festivals in their community, you can effectively communicate the most important information in a clear and compelling way.You are self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative and possess the ability to work independently as well as with a team and are adaptable in a fast-changing environment and you’re detail-oriented with a knack for understanding brand identity and tone. You can script and edit your own content and understand what content types perform on platforms like TikTok and Instagram

What You'll Do

• Pitch, script, host edit and post both editorial and sponsored short-form Green Screen videos for ZDN’s channels BlogTO, Daily Hive and Curiocity
• Write engaging scripts for both editorial and sponsored content
• Collect supporting images, headlines and visuals for use in green screen videos
• Edit and deliver short-form videos on tight deadlines
• Tailor your tone to different platforms and brands
• Work closely with the Green Screen Lead to ensure content is on-brand and impactful

• Participate in discussions around weekly assignments, pitches, revisions and more as necessary.
• Join the video team on on-site shoots as needed.

What You Have

• Strong on-camera presence, on-camera experience creating content for TikTok, YouTube Shorts and/or Instagram and a love of storytelling!
• Experience writing scripts for short-form video and a deep understanding of Canadian news.
• Familiarity with blogTO, Daily Hive and Curiocity’s tone and content style
• Excellent time management, attention to detail and consistently hitting deadlines while balancing a number of projects at once.
• Experience with basic video editing software (CapCut, TikTok, Premiere Pro, etc.)
• Ability to work unconventional hours, evenings and weekends as applicable.
• Candidate is a self-starter who can work independently and collaborate with the team when required. 

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 professional and personal growth
• Hybrid work environment
• Benefits package including dental, vision and extended health starting after 3 months

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

ZoomerMedia Limited is an organization that values creativity, innovative thinking, inclusion and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside passionate and intelligent individuals, and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodations during the selection process, please contact us at careers@Zoomermedia.ca

Role/Title: Junior Content Creator - Host and Producer  

Department: Video/Green Screen Department

Location: Calgary

Salary Range: 50,000-55,000

Who We Are

ZoomerMedia owns and operates media across all platforms — TV, radio, print and digital — through leading brands: blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity, The Peak, MobileSyrup, 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. 

Zoomer Digital Network is ZoomerMedia’s new digital media division with the acquisitions of Canada’s largest brands such as blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity and many more. 

Who You Are

The ideal candidate will have a passion for appearing on-camera and producing vertical, Green Screen video content for social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok and YouTube Shorts with a focus on lifestyle and culture including events, food, travel, nightlife, shopping and other topics. 

You’re a charismatic, energetic and confident digital storyteller and on-camera host with a passion for local journalism and storytelling looking to make an impact across multiple brands while being part of a supportive and collaborative team. 

You have hands-on experience creating engaging content geared towards virality and social media growth on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and other social media platforms and know how to grab a viewer’s attention in the first 3 seconds and hold it. Whether you’re breaking down a big news story, covering a viral moment, or letting our audiences know about the latest festivals in their community, you can effectively communicate the most important information in a clear and compelling way.You are self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative and possess the ability to work independently as well as with a team and are adaptable in a fast-changing environment and you’re detail-oriented with a knack for understanding brand identity and tone. You can script and edit your own content and understand what content types perform on platforms like TikTok and Instagram

What You'll Do

• Pitch, script, host edit and post both editorial and sponsored short-form Green Screen videos for ZDN’s channels BlogTO, Daily Hive and Curiocity
• Write engaging scripts for both editorial and sponsored content
• Collect supporting images, headlines and visuals for use in green screen videos
• Edit and deliver short-form videos on tight deadlines
• Tailor your tone to different platforms and brands
• Work closely with the Green Screen Lead to ensure content is on-brand and impactful

• Participate in discussions around weekly assignments, pitches, revisions and more as necessary.
• Join the video team on on-site shoots as needed.

What You Have

• Strong on-camera presence, on-camera experience creating content for TikTok, YouTube Shorts and/or Instagram and a love of storytelling!
• Experience writing scripts for short-form video and a deep understanding of Canadian news.
• Familiarity with blogTO, Daily Hive and Curiocity’s tone and content style
• Excellent time management, attention to detail and consistently hitting deadlines while balancing a number of projects at once.
• Experience with basic video editing software (CapCut, TikTok, Premiere Pro, etc.)
• Ability to work unconventional hours, evenings and weekends as applicable.
• Candidate is a self-starter who can work independently and collaborate with the team when required. 

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 professional and personal growth
• Hybrid work environment
• Benefits package including dental, vision and extended health starting after 3 months

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

ZoomerMedia Limited is an organization that values creativity, innovative thinking, inclusion and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside passionate and intelligent individuals, and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodations during the selection process, please contact us at careers@Zoomermedia.ca

Role/Title: Junior Content Creator - Videographer and Producer (Toronto) 

Department: Video

Location: Toronto

Salary Range: 50,000-55,000

Who We Are

ZoomerMedia owns and operates media across all platforms — TV, radio, print and digital — through leading brands: blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity, The Peak, MobileSyrup, 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. 

Zoomer Digital Network is ZoomerMedia’s new digital media division with the acquisitions of Canada’s largest brands such as blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity and many more. 

Who You Are

You’re a videographer and producer with a passion for local journalism and storytelling looking to make an impact across multiple brands while being part of a supportive and collaborative team. You have hands-on experience creating engaging content geared towards virality and social media growth on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and other social media platforms. You are self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative and possess the ability to work independently as well as with a team and adaptable in a fast-changing environment and you’re detail-oriented with a knack for understanding brand identity and tone.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for appearing on-camera, video editing and producing vertical video content for social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok and YouTube Shorts with a focus on lifestyle and culture including events, food, travel, nightlife, shopping and other topics. 

What You'll Do

• Produce, host, shoot and edit original video-based content for social video platforms.
• Generate and pitch content ideas, write scripts, schedule shoots and other pre and post-production activities.
• Collaborate with other team members and participate in regular meetings via Google Meet and in-person as necessary.
• Upload and organize projects and footage on the video team’s hot and cold storage management systems.
• Participate in discussions around weekly assignments, pitches, revisions and more as necessary.

What You Have

• A keen attitude and passion for creating lifestyle and culture content.
• On-camera experience creating content for TikTok, YouTube Shorts and/or Instagram.
• The ability to work independently to shoot video-based content to bring your ideas to fruition but also collaborate with fellow team members as applicable on script writing and editing.
• Excellent time management, attention to detail and consistently hit deadlines.
• Ability to work unconventional hours, evenings and weekends as applicable.
• Candidate is a self-starter who can work independently and collaborate with the team when required. 
• Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite, with a demand for Premiere Pro; knowledge in After Effects; experience with Photoshop/Illustrator; and baseline knowledge of Media Encoder.

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 professional and personal growth.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Benefits package including dental, vision and extended health starting after 3 months.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

ZoomerMedia Limited is an organization that values creativity, innovative thinking, inclusion and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside passionate and intelligent individuals, and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodations during the selection process, please contact us at careers@Zoomermedia.ca

Role/Title: Staff Writer

Department: Editorial

Location: Toronto

Salary Range: $50-55K

Who We Are

ZoomerMedia owns and operates media across all platforms — TV, radio, print and digital — through leading brands: blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity, The Peak, MobileSyrup, 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. 

Zoomer Digital Network is ZoomerMedia’s new digital media division with the acquisitions of Canada’s largest brands such as blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity, and many more. 

Who You Are

You are a writer with a strong passion for lifestyle, music, culture, and the local events scene, and your finger on the pulse of changing trends around Toronto and Ontario. You are the one in your friend group everyone looks to for weekend plan suggestions, and always knows the cool new place or secret pop-up before it gets media coverage. 

What You'll Do

• Pitch and write lifestyle and events content ranging from 15-20 articles per week
• Use analytics to pitch story ideas that are compelling and will drive conversation in Toronto
• Conduct necessary research required to produce content, which may include but is not limited to conducting interviews and attending events
• Increase credibility of the company through quality, trustworthy, and ethical work.
• Moderate events submissions
• Curate “Things to do” lists
• Assign and coordinate with photographers to cover cultural events 
• Create and send events newsletters
• Attend events, ranging from festivals to concerts, as a company representative, sometimes outside of normal working hours
• Other tasks as assigned by your manager

What You Have

• A strong sense of event and lifestyle trends in Toronto
• An understanding of viral trends and products and where to find them locally
• The ability to write in a conversational tone while providing informative narratives
• A positive and enthusiastic attitude when representing the company at events
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience as a writer or reporter
• Understanding of social media and SEO and their importance to publishing
• Skilled with photography, and photo editing is an asset
• Ability to efficiently and effectively 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 professional and personal growth.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Benefits package including dental, vision and extended health starting after 3 months.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

ZoomerMedia Limited is an organization that values creativity, innovative thinking, inclusion and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside passionate and intelligent individuals, and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodations during the selection process, please contact us at careers@Zoomermedia.ca

Role/Title: ZDN Staff Writer, Calgary

Department: Editorial (web)

Location: Calgary

Salary Range: $50,000 to $55,000 depending on experience

Who We Are

ZoomerMedia owns and operates media across all platforms — TV, radio, print and digital — through leading brands: blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity, The Peak, MobileSyrup, 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. 

Zoomer Digital Network is ZoomerMedia’s new digital media division with the acquisitions of Canada’s largest brands, such as blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity and many more. 

Who You Are

You have an insatiable curiosity for Calgary’s local scene — from the coolest must-visit spots to the can't-miss events and lifestyle stories shaping the city. In this role, you’ll dive into the city’s lifestyle, events, and cultural happenings for Curiocity Calgary. You're just as excited to break a story about a buzzy new opening as you are to spotlight an event that you think Calgary needs to know about. You're a confident writer, a natural storyteller, and a culture-savvy content creator who thrives in a fast-paced digital atmosphere and loves being on the pulse of what’s new, next, and uniquely Calgary.

What You'll Do

• Report and write fresh, on-brand, and credible content while ensuring accuracy, timely reporting, and engaging storytelling across multiple platforms.
• Write multiple pieces daily and ensure consistent content cadence for our local brands.
• Pitch feasible stories daily and take assignments from your local editor that align with Calgary’s editorial focus.
• Ensure articles follow company guidelines, including proper sourcing, fact-checking, and adherence to ZDN’s style guide.
• Conduct necessary research, including interviews, event coverage, and staying informed on lifestyle/travel trends and the local scene.
• Create written content using strong visual storytelling and platform best practices. Select, edit, or shoot high-quality images and videos to accompany stories.
• Monitor article performance and adjust content strategy based on engagement metrics and audience behaviour.
• Repurpose written content to social media platforms as required.
• Stay up-to-date with social media trends, competitor activity, and industry best practices to enhance content strategy.
• Attend local events on behalf of the Company, understanding some of these unique event opportunities occur evenings and weekends.
• Maintain a deep understanding of your assigned city’s lifestyle scene.
• Be a team player and collaborate with editors, social media managers, photographers, and videographers to produce compelling content.
• Other tasks as assigned by your manager.

The role’s duties and responsibilities enclosed within are not an exhaustive list and are subject to change. Your manager may ask you to assist with other tasks from time to time.

What You Have

• Deep-rooted knowledge of Calgary’s arts, culture, entertainment, and lifestyle scene with a passion for sharing local stories driven by city pride.
• An undergraduate or graduate degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field is considered an asset.
• Proven professional experience in digital media.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a portfolio that showcases your ability to produce clean, engaging, and accurate content in a fast-paced digital environment.
• Ability to pitch original ideas, take direction, and consistently meet deadlines while juggling multiple assignments.
• Ability to generate social media content based on originally written articles. 
• A self-starter who thrives working independently and collaboratively as part of a tight-knit, creative team.
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and keen attention to detail.
• Understanding of social media best practices is also an advantage.

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 professional and personal growth.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Benefits package including dental, vision and extended health starting after 3 months.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

ZoomerMedia Limited is an organization that values creativity, innovative thinking, inclusion and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside passionate and intelligent individuals, and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodations during the selection process, please contact us at careers@Zoomermedia.ca

Role/Title: Staff Writer

Department: Daily Hive

Location: Edmonton

Salary Range: $50,000 to $55,000

Who We Are

ZoomerMedia owns and operates media across all platforms — TV, radio, print and digital — through leading brands: blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity, The Peak, MobileSyrup, 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. 

Zoomer Digital Network is ZoomerMedia’s new digital media division with the acquisitions of Canada’s largest brands such as blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity and many more. 

Who You Are

You are an experienced digital reporter and storyteller with a passion for local journalism. You have an expert knowledge of Edmonton and an insatiable curiosity to discover what’s new and to report on people, places and stories not covered by other media. You’re 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 Edmonton
• 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 Daily Hive
• 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 Edmonton.
• Increase credibility of the company through quality, trustworthy, and ethical work.
• Capture quality photos 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.

What You Have

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience as a writer or reporter
• Proficiency in the use of WordPress or other CMS
• Understanding of social media and SEO and their importance to publishing
• Skilled with photography, and photo editing is an asset
• Ability to efficiently and effectively 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 professional and personal growth.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Benefits package including dental, vision and extended health starting after 3 months.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

ZoomerMedia Limited is an organization that values creativity, innovative thinking, inclusion and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside passionate and intelligent individuals, and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodations during the selection process, please contact us at careers@Zoomermedia.ca

Role/Title: Staff Writer, Offside (Sports)

Department: Daily Hive Editorial

Location: Vancouver

Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000

Work week: Tuesday to Saturday

Who We Are

ZoomerMedia owns and operates media across all platforms — TV, radio, print and digital — through leading brands: blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity, The Peak, MobileSyrup, 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. 

Zoomer Digital Network is ZoomerMedia’s new digital media division with the acquisitions of Canada’s largest brands such as blogTO, Daily Hive, Curiocity and many more. 

Who You Are

You’re a creative writer based in Metro Vancouver that loves covering fun sports topics, and you’re an expert on the teams and leagues we cover. You know what makes fans tick because you’re dialled into what’s trending on social media. 

What You'll Do

• Write multiple sports articles per day for Offside, the sports brand of ZoomerMedia. 
• Increase the credibility of the company through quality, trustworthy, and ethical work.
• Find creative and engaging story ideas geared to our audience, which can be local or national in scope.
• Conduct necessary research required to produce content, which may include but is not limited to online research, making phone calls, and attending games, practices, and events.
• Keep up to date with sports news and events happening in Vancouver, most notably the Vancouver Canucks, as well as staying up to date with the conversation on social media.
• Ensure articles written follow company guidelines and are ready for senior editorial staff to publish.
• Monitor engagement of articles and accept feedback from the editorial team in order to make necessary improvements or adjustments to work.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry professionals.

What You Have

• 2+ years of experience writing for an online publication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional sports knowledge is a must.
• Strong understanding of social media and its importance to journalism.
• Experience using WordPress.

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 professional and personal growth.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Benefits package including dental, vision and extended health starting after 3 months.

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

ZoomerMedia Limited is an organization that values creativity, innovative thinking, inclusion and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside passionate and intelligent individuals, and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require accommodations during the selection process, please contact us at careers@Zoomermedia.ca