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Copywriter/Promotions Coordinator
Buffalo Toronto Public Media is your local
source for television and radio –
WNED PBS, WNED PBS KIDS, WNED Create,
WBFO NPR, WNED Classical, and WBFO The Bridge!
We reach Western New York and
Southern Ontario and can be streamed from your favorite device.
Engaging
our communities through exploration and entertainment—everywhere.
We’re looking for a Copywriter/Promotions Coordinator!
What
you’ll be doing:
The Copywriter/Promotions Coordinator
collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop, write, and implement
content for print and digital marketing and communications platforms, including
email newsletters. This individual is an integral part of the Marketing &
Creative Services department to coordinate promotions for programs,
initiatives, fundraising, and events for our organization and family of
stations.
This position can
be hybrid – a blend of remote and in-office work.
In summary, this individual will:
- Write and distribute promotional and press content for Buffalo
Toronto Public Media local productions, events, and programming
- Coordinate promotional tasks based on priority levels set by VP of
Marketing & Creative Services, ensuring quality standards are being met;
facilitate cross-departmental meetings
- Write script for audio and video promotional spots for internal clients
and marketing purposes to be used on-air and on digital platforms
- Research and collaborate across the organization to develop
localized content for member and audience communications
- Write and edit high-quality short-, medium-, and long-form copy,
incorporating SEO best practices
- Provide copywriting and editing support for various marketing
campaigns, ads, and other communications for internal customers/departments
What
you’ll need:
- Bachelor
degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, English, related field or
comparable experience
- Demonstrated
experience in communications field (related internship or employment experience
acceptable)
- Familiarity
with marketing media such as social media, email marketing, traditional media;
working knowledge of SEO a plus
- Demonstrated
proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Office
- Excellent
verbal and written communication skills; accuracy and attention to detail necessary
- Innovative,
creative team-player
- Ability to
problem-solve and collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Nonprofit
experience a plus
Why
BTPM?
Because we’re awesome! You won’t find a better group of talented,
energetic people dedicated to quality content and reaching the various communities
of our region. We are proud of our
culture and promote a realistic balance of both work and personal life. Our benefits package is fantastic and we have
free parking!
Salary
and Benefits:
This is a full-time, non-exempt
hourly position and starting pay will be based on education, experience and
interview. Starting range: $17.50 to $21.90/hr.
- 12 paid
holidays
- 3 weeks
of paid vacation
- Sick time
(accrued)
- Medical,
Dental, Life, Vision Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance options
- Health
Savings Account (for applicable plans) with employer contribution
- Flex
Spending Account option
- Voluntary
Life, Accident, Critical Illness coverage options
- Identity
Protection option
- Employee
Assistance Program
- Tuition Assistance
(based on eligibility)
- Retirement
Plan with 7.5% employer match (based
on eligibility)
Buffalo Toronto Public Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer
committed to excellence through diversity and inclusion.