Careers

Position: Freelance Web Developer with opportunity for continued collaboration
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Rate: Commensurate with experience.

Role Overview

We seek a skilled and motivated Freelance Web Developer to join our innovative team. The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining visually appealing and high-performing websites for our clients in the film and television industry and other sectors. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse team of creative professionals and contribute to significant interactive projects in Government, Business and Cultural Industries.

As a Freelance Web Developer within our team, you'll take on a pivotal role in crafting, enhancing, and maintaining websites that are built primarily on WordPress. Your advanced proficiency working with WordPress will be a fundamental skill set that drives your work in delivering dynamic and engaging web experiences.

Your contributions will encompass not only the technical implementation but also the seamless integration of design elements and interactive features that resonate with our clients’ needs. Your expertise in WordPress will enable you to effectively navigate the WordPress ecosystem, optimizing performance, user experience, accessibility, and cross-device compatibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside Innovate By Day’s Senior Full-Stack Developer to develop responsive WordPress websites that adhere to the latest web standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with Innovate By Day’s UX/UI designers to translate design concepts into functional, responsive, and user-friendly websites.
• Create custom design elements and functional components for websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other relevant web technologies.
• Optimize websites for speed, performance, and cross-device compatibility.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to website functionality and performance.
• Troubleshoot and address ongoing technical requests from Innovate By Day’s clients
• Stay updated on web development trends, tools, and best practices.
• Ensure all web content produced is fully accessible, meeting WCAG guidelines and compliant with the AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act).
• Quality Assurance and Testing

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a web developer with a portfolio showcasing relevant projects.
• Proficiency in front-end web technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and responsive design principles.
• Experience in WordPress development, which may include theme and plugin customization, working with PHP, and MySQL databases.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality websites where the final product matches the provided design specifications.
• An understanding of accessible web development in compliance with WCAG and knowledge of the AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) standards and guidelines is a crucial asset for this role.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and present technical solutions.
• Experience in the film and television industry or related fields is a bonus.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates must attach or provide links to their portfolio, resume, and cover letter in their email messages.

Email: careers@innovatebyday.ca
Hiring Manager: Torin Stefanson
Please include the subject line: “Freelance Web Developer”

Innovate By Day is committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

Thank you to all interested folks. Please note that we will only contact candidates who proceed to the next phase.

Note: This is a freelance position [with potential for ongoing collaboration]

Work with us!

Is keeping up with social media trends already your thing? Are you as good at writing social media captions as you are at writing social media analytics reports? Are you active on all the popular and upcoming social media platforms, and consider yourself a pro? Do you have a head for strategy or a ton of great ideas on how to get a product or service in front of the right audience? Are you a creative writer and digital content creator who understands social media marketing? Are you highly motivated, forward-thinking, and collaborative? Can you also speak, write, and read fluently in both English and (Canadian) French?

You might be the bilingual, part-time/contractual Digital & Social Media Marketing Specialist we’re looking for!

We’re a diverse, dynamic, and fun creative team who works really closely together on cool and interesting digital media projects.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Operations & Marketing, you’ll be an essential member of the Marketing and Project teams that create digital and social media strategies, eye-catching content, client proposals, social media reports and snapshots, and digital campaigns to activate audiences and drive measurable results. You’ll be working remotely or hybrid between home and our Toronto office. As a part-time/contractual hire, you’ll have flexible work hours with the expectation that timelines and deadlines are still being met.

Copywriting, social media graphic design, and being the thought leader on all things social media will be at the top of your skillsets. However, bilingual and well-rounded individuals who have experience with other kinds of content creation such as video editing, SEO optimization, or online ads experience will be considered preferred candidates.

Specific Responsibilities

Content Writing & Digital Campaigns

• Plan and design posts, reels, and content, and write copy across a variety of social media and digital marketing platforms
• Collaborate with senior staff in the planning, execution, and optimization of digital and social campaigns for internal and external use
• Implement and optimize social media and communication campaigns
• Ideate and execute graphic design concepts and projects in Canva and/or Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.) in consultation with our Projects Team
• Follow through with ideas, strategies, and best practices per social media platform
• Meet deadlines while following provided brand guidelines

Community Management

• Use social media listening tools to monitor and track online conversations, trends, levels of engagement, reach, and traction for multiple clients
• Ensure that client brands are represented authentically online through voice, tone, and visual design
• Track analytics and backend data to learn what’s working and what needs adjustments
• The ability to be agile, think quickly, and execute posts professionally yet thoughtfully and strategically under tight timelines is an asset

Research & Collaboration

• Stay informed on trending topics, social media practices, and emerging news in association with the current projects
• Assist with research and communication with team members as appropriate
• Take detailed notes in meetings and parse out relevant information, including action items, next steps, and timelines
• Create and populate presentation decks, meeting notes, templates, etc. (including proposals, workshops, reports, etc.) using Google Slides or Google Docs
• May include: special assignments or strategic ideations as required by the CEO & President

Skills & Qualifications

• 3 - 4 years of professional experience in a digital, marketing, or social media position
• Post-secondary diploma, degree or equivalent, preferably in Communications, Marketing, Digital Marketing, or similar
• Knowledge, experience, keen interest, and understanding of the latest trends in social media innovation, Meta, TikTok, Twitter, and related platforms, online analytics tools and aggregators, and digital technology
• Demonstrated experience in online marketing, promotion and social media strategy, and campaign management
• Exceptional writing skills with the ability to hone and utilize different voices across channels and client accounts
• Strong graphic design skills through commonly used platforms and knowledge of social media backend content creation requirements, including typography, file formatting, and graphic/video optimization for web and digital platforms
• Experience and competency in writing reports and analyzing data from both Google and Social Media backends
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong time management skills
• Proficient in the following software:
  • macOS, including iCal and Mail
  • G-Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Chat, Meet)
  • Canva
    • Proficiency in Adobe Suite would be considered an asset
    • Proficiency in MS Office would be considered an asset
• Ability to prioritize tasks; handles matters expeditiously and proactively, and follows through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to interact patiently, tactfully, and effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to function professionally and pleasantly during periods of high intensity
• Honest, trustworthy, respectful, and reliable
• Demonstrated tact and professionalism
• Experience working in the arts and culture sector or for a not-for-profit organization is an asset
• The ability to speak, read, and write fluently in English AND French

Submission of a portfolio of work demonstrating aligned competencies and completion of a writing assignment will be required by candidates who proceed through the interview process

Compensation

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Flexible work hours

Sound like a fit? Fill out the Job Invitation here.

Innovate By Day is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Innovate By Day makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Thank you to all interested folks. Please note that we will only contact candidates who proceed to the next phase.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Innovate By Day is seeking a well-rounded, outgoing professional to fill the role of Bilingual (French/English) Video Editor experienced in creating dynamic, engaging video content to start immediately.

We’re a diverse, values-led, and fun creative team that works closely on a wide range of projects with a broad cross section of clients largely in the cultural industries.
As a Bilingual Video Editor at Innovate By Day, you will work with the Innovate by Day video team to produce professional quality video and audio for various client and internal projects under the supervision of, and reporting to, the Associate Director of Content & Video Production. You will also work closely with different departments as each project dictates.

In the role of Editor, you will be expected to perform the following tasks at a professional level of creative and technical quality as commonly accepted in the film, television and digital media industry, as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and edit both fiction and non-fiction videos of various lengths as directed;
• Assemble and edit audio segments of various lengths as required;
• Basic colour correcting;
• Basic sound mixing;
• Creating SRT files, transcriptions, subtitles, translations to French, and other accessibility assets in French;
• Exporting videos in a variety of formats according to the delivery requirements;
• Maintain backups of both projects and original footage;
• Ingest footage in a variety of formats with particular attention to project organization and backups;

Other tasks and duties will be assigned as required.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Canadian French and English
• 3+ years of experience with Final Cut Pro
• Minimum 3 years of relevant video editing experience
• Experience preparing, logging and editing footage in Final Cut Pro
• Motion 5 & After Effects Experience is a plus
• Experience in videography and other production experience an asset
• Exceptional attention to detail for logging & assigning roles to footage
• Additional Production or Post-Production skills are an asset
• Post production coordination or project management experience are an asset
• Robust and proactive communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Ability to prioritize conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong communication, organizational and written skills
• Decision-making, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in the following software:
  • G-Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Meet)
  • MS Office, including Word and Excel
  • macOS, including iCal and Mail
  • Pages, Keynote and Numbers an asset
  • Adobe Creative Suite an asset
• Ability to interact patiently, tactfully, and effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to function professionally and pleasantly during periods of high-intensity
• Honest and trustworthy
• Respectful
• Punctual
• Reliable
• Demonstrated tact and professionalism
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Multitasker
• Flexible
• Teamwork

Sound like a fit? Please fill out our Job Invitation Form and send a link for your website or work samples to:

Email: careers@innovatebyday.ca
ATTN: Doug Benn
Please include the subject line: “Bilingual Video Editor Job Posting”
Fill out Job Invitation here

Salary Range: $53,000-$68,000

Innovate By Day is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Innovate By Day makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Thank you to all interested folks. Please note that we will only contact candidates that will proceed to the next phase.

Salaire : Proportionnel à l’expérience

Innovate By Day recherche un·e candidat·e idéal·e, sociable et professionnel·le afin d’endosser le rôle de monteur·euse vidéo bilingue (français/anglais), ayant de l’expérience dans la création de contenu vidéo dynamique et engageant. Le poste est à pourvoir immédiatement.

Nous sommes une équipe hétérogène, amusante et créative et sommes guidés par nos valeurs. Nous travaillons en proche collaboration avec un large éventail de clients qui travaillent majoritairement dans le domaine culturel.
En tant que monteur·euse vidéo bilingue chez Innovate By Day, vous travaillerez avec l’équipe vidéo afin de livrer des productions audio et vidéo d’une grande qualité pour divers clients. Vous travaillerez également sur des projets internationaux sous la supervision du directeur associé du contenu et de la production vidéo dont vous dépendrez. Vous travaillerez également en collaboration proche avec différents services en fonction de chaque projet.

En tant que monteur·euse, nous vous demanderons d’effectuer les tâches suivantes à un niveau professionnel de qualité créative et technique, tel que le requiert la production de films, de séries télévisées, ainsi que le domaine des médias numériques.

Principales responsabilités

• Monter et éditer des vidéos de fiction et de non-fiction de différentes durées selon les demandes;
• Monter et éditer des séquences audio de différentes durées selon les demandes;
• Savoir effectuer des corrections couleur de base;
• Savoir effectuer du découpage audio de base;
• Créer des fichiers SRT, des transcriptions, des sous-titres, des traductions vers le français, ainsi que d’autres éléments d’accessibilité vers le français;
• Exporter des vidéos dans différents formats selon les exigences de livraison;
• Savoir conserver des sauvegardes de projets, ainsi que des extraits vidéo originels;
• Traiter des enregistrements de différents formats en prêtant particulièrement attention à l’organisation et à la sauvegarde des projets;

Effectuer d’autres tâches qui vous seront attribuées au besoin.

Compétences

• Avoir une maîtrise fluide du français canadien et de l’anglais
• Avoir plus de 3 ans d’expérience avec Final Cut Pro
• Avoir au moins 3 ans d’expérience pertinente en matière de montage vidéo
• Avoir de l’expérience dans la préparation, l’enregistrement et le montage de contenu dans Final Cut Pro
• Avoir des connaissances de Motion 5 et d’After Effects serait un atout
• Avoir de l’expérience dans la vidéographie et dans d’autres domaines serait un atout
• Porter une attention particulière aux enregistrements et à l’attribution des rôles selon les séquences
• Avoir des compétences en matière de production et de postproduction serait un atout
• Avoir de l’expérience en matière de coordination de postproduction ou de gestion de projet serait un atout
• Être vigoureux·se, savoir communiquer de façon dynamique et avoir des compétences relationnelles
• Savoir établir des priorités entre des besoins contradictoires, pouvoir résoudre des problèmes rapidement et dynamiquement, et suivre les projets jusqu’à leur finalisation, le tout sous des contraintes temporelles
• Savoir autant travailler en autonomie qu’en équipe
• Avoir des compétences solides en matière de communication, d’organisation et de rédaction
• Avoir des compétences en matière de prises de décision, d’analyse et de résolution de problèmes
• Être compétent·e dans l’usage des logiciels suivants :
  • G Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Meet)
  • MS Office, dont Word et Excel
  • macOS, dont iCal et Mail
  • Pages, Keynote et Numbers sont un atout
  • Adobe Creative Suite est un atout
• Savoir être patient·e, avoir du tact et être efficace dans ses interactions avec des personnes de différentes origines
• Savoir travailler de façon professionnelle et agréable sous pression
• Être honnête et digne de confiance
• Être respectueux·se
• Être ponctuel·le
• Être fiable
• Savoir faire preuve de tact et de professionnalisme
• Savoir respecter la confidentialité
• Savoir effectuer plusieurs tâches à la fois
• Être flexible
• Savoir travailler en équipe

Vous avez le profil recherché? Veuillez remplir notre formulaire d’offre d’emploi et envoyez-nous un lien vers votre site ou vos échantillons de travail à l’adresse suivante :

Courriel : careers@innovatebyday.ca
ATTN: Doug Benn
Veuillez utiliser l’objet suivant : « Candidature pour l’emploi de monteur·euse vidéo bilingue »
Formulaire d’offre d’emploi :

Fourchette salariale : $53,000-$68,000