Staff Writer

Role / Title : Staff Writer

Department : blogTO

Location : Toronto

Salary Range : 52000 to $62000

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 Canadas most powerful audiences : the 18.1 million people aged 45plus aka Zoomers and the

15.1 million Millennials and Gen Zs coincidentally also called Zoomers who follow in their footsteps.

Zoomer Digital Network is ZoomerMedias new digital media division with the acquisitions of Canadas 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 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 Youll 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 uptodate 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 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

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 youre able to get the break you need and work at an optimized level.

Opportunity for both professional and personal growth.

Hybrid work environment.

Benets 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

Required Experience :

Staff IC

Key Skills

Photography,Proofreading,Fact check,Interviewing,AP Style,Journalism,SEO,Copywriting,Creative Writing,Wordpress,Blogging,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1