Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

EDIT ME!

“There are mixed messages about if you need a franchise lead generation marketing buget or not and when to. Brand awareness and organic marketing works good for larger franchise systems but for the ones that are new, require some investment to generate leads. Every franchise systems is different; but you must be creative with what you have and make sure your clear on your strategy first so you’re return on invest is strong. Before you apply a marketing budget you need to look at your target audience is carefuly and what territory you want to expand with your campagn to find franchisees.”

Does the passage above make you cringe? Do you want to edit/rewrite it? If so, you should apply for this Editor position with the Canadian Franchise Association (CFA)!

CFA produces Franchise Canada, a multi-channel media outlet, committed to delivering the best content to help Canadians achieve their dreams of business ownership through franchising. We’re looking for a seasoned editor and content producer to join our team.

What the ideal editor looks like:

Writing clear and compelling content is second nature to you. You find yourself proofreading everything and take great pleasure in catching typos, dangling participles, and resolving subject-verb disagreements. You know the CP Style Guide won’t help you decide what to wear. You have a knack for transforming complex concepts and stuffy text into easily understood and engaging copy. You know WordPress and how content drives advertising. Maybe you’re a blogger. Maybe you have a website or have helped build websites for your friends. You love creating order out of chaos and thrive on juggling priorities. You do whatever it takes to get the job done.

What you will do:

• Lead the Franchise Canada editorial content strategy, direction, and execution across multiple platforms, including the digital magazine, website, videos, and podcast
• Produce original content for Franchise Canada magazine, as well as manage each issue through the production process
• Lead the Franchise Canada Publications team in creating engaging, timely, and relevant online content, including videos and podcast episodes
• Manage the Senior Designer and Content Producer as they provide support to the Franchise Canada Publications team through design and content development
• Maintain and manage relationships with freelance writers, content contributors, and publishing vendors
• As part of a team, develop and launch new products and services that will benefit the Association’s members
• Attend and assist at CFA events as required
• Assist in special projects and other tasks as assigned by CFA leadership

Skills Required:

• University graduate in journalism, communications, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or work experience
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional command of English (written and spoken)
• Experience in writing for a range of platforms, including publications, websites, and media releases
• Familiarity with WordPress
• Minimum of 5 years experience in an editorial role
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to work under pressure, be flexible to change, and work to timelines
• Ability to work weekends and evenings, as required
• Experience in a business association or membership-based environment would be an asset
• Ability to speak and write French would be a significant asset
• Ability to work weekends and evenings, as required
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

This is a Full-Time Position.

The CFA is located in Toronto on the Mississauga/Toronto border near Pearson International Airport, with access by highway and public transit (Mississauga and Toronto). Plentiful free parking.

The position requires daily regular work hours but may also require the individual to work extended hours and weekends, as required. A valid driver's licence, access to a vehicle, and travel across Canada may be required. The CFA works in a hybrid office model with the requirement of working in the office as well as remotely on a regular schedule.

To apply for this position, please forward your resume/cover letter (stating salary expectations), edited version of the intro to this posting, and two-to-three samples from your portfolio to:

Lauren Huneault, Senior Manager, Content & Marketing – [email protected]

No phone calls, please.

Deadline for Submissions: December 16, 2024

For more information about the Canadian Franchise Association,

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We appreciate your interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA)
The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) helps everyday Canadians realize the dream of building their own business through the power of franchising. The CFA is a Not for Profit (NFP) organization that advocates on issues that impact this dream on behalf of more than 600 corporate members and over 40,000 franchisees from many of Canada’s best-known and emerging franchise brands. Beyond its role as the voice of the franchise industry, the CFA strengthens and develops franchising by delivering best-practice education and creating rewarding connections between Canadians and the opportunities in franchising. Founded in 1967, the CFA consistently advances and supports the franchise community, and is the essential resource for information, insight, and expertise through its award-winning education, events, services, and websites: CFA.ca and FranchiseCanada.Online

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The Canadian Franchise Association (CFA)\r\nThe Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) helps everyday Canadians realize the dream of building their own business through the power of franchising. The CFA is a Not for Profit (NFP) organization that advocates on issues that impact this dream on behalf of more than 600 corporate members and over 40,000 franchisees from many of Canada’s best-known and emerging franchise brands. Beyond its role as the voice of the franchise industry, the CFA strengthens and develops franchising by delivering best-practice education and creating rewarding connections between Canadians and the opportunities in franchising. Founded in 1967, the CFA consistently advances and supports the franchise community, and is the essential resource for information, insight, and expertise through its award-winning education, events, services, and websites: CFA.ca and FranchiseCanada.Online

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