About
We are looking for a creative, out-of-the-box thinker to join our accounts team! The Proposal Writer will partner with internal and Accounts Managers and Business Development Leads to prepare compliant winning RFQ/RFP responses as well as activities that support our growth initiatives.Job specifications
- Coordinate, write, edit, and produce responses to Solicitations, SOQs, SOWs, RFQs, RFPs, ITBs; this includes research, technical content, and page layout
- Ability to work with multiple department leads to assemble materials and manage the entire proposal process from start to delivery
- Read and analyze Solicitations, SOQs, SOWs, RFQs, RFPs, ITBs, and edit proposal content for spelling, grammar, consistency, and compliance with requirements
- Prepare presentations for interviews and pitches with prospective clients
- Attend pre-proposal meetings and debriefings as needed
- Assist with other business development/marketing functions, as necessary
- Update & maintain the accounts department’s documentation and databases (i.e. resumes, project portfolios, photos, references, licenses and certifications, project history, etc.)
- Assist and support the preparation of project budgets and timelines, and prepare quotes on an as needed basis
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in Business, English, Journalism, Communications, or related disciplines
- Prior relevant experience is considered an asset
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills
- A quasi-journalistic ability to quickly grasp specialist knowledge and make it clear for external parties
- Agility and speed in executing strong writing
- Intellectual curiosity and ability to “get smart quick” on a wide variety of topics
- Ability to prioritize and multitask within a fast-paced, challenging, and deadline-driven environment
- Experience with Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office Suite an asset
- French (not required but preferred)
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Halifax, NS B3J 3K9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
- French (preferred)
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| Job Category | Full-Time |
About We are looking for a creative, out-of-the-box thinker to join our accounts team! The Proposal Writer will partner with internal and Accounts Managers and Business Development Leads to prepare co...
Skills Required
- Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Acrobat mastery is a must. Familiarity with Premiere, After Effects, XD etc is an asset.
- Must possess impeccable design sense: attention to detail, strong typographic skills, understanding of information hierarchy, colour theory and, composition.
- Be versatile in both print & interactive design with the ability to create press-ready and web-ready files.
- Clean craft skills with the ability to help the team prepare presentation boards, props, and other materials.
- Understand and respect brand standards and existing client strategy
- An understanding of web design, mobile design and print design as it relates to user experience (UX) and user interface design (UI) is highly sought after.
- Other creative skills (photography, illustration, copywriting, animation, etc) are a definite plus.
- Previous experience is not required (but bring it on if you have it)
What You Have
- Must have a graphic design undergraduate degree/diploma and preferably a graduate degree from an Art and Design institution.
- Mad organizational skills using digital tools.
- Ability to follow the Agency’s creative process.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Proactive, talented and motivated with a great attitude and willingness to jump in and help however needed.
What We Offer
- Competitive Remuneration & Benefits including a corporate opt-in Dental/Medical plan.
- 2 Weeks Paid Vacation.
- Relaxed creative atmosphere where you can get inspired.
- Social team events
Please include a link in your resume for your portfolio.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits:- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Halifax, NS B3J 3K9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
- French (preferred)
Job Features
| Job Category | Full-Time |
Skills Required Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Acrobat mastery is a must. Familiarity with Premiere, After Effects, XD etc is an asset. Must possess impeccable design sense: attention to detail...
About
Responsibilities
- Know the various digital platforms that you can create strategies for and how your content can drive brand awareness and growth through them all.
- You know social media, how individuals consume content on social media and what resonates with those demographics that live there.
- Create effective and compelling copy for WeUsThem and their clients to drive fundamental organizational growth.
- Be comfortable in developing stories and technical copy when needed, and being able to comfortably switch between them as needed.
- Provide for a conversational prowess that furthers our engagement in person, online and through digital properties. Yes, you will be involved in engaging with our clients and their stakeholders and so conversational skills are required.
- You are able to develop an effective content marketing strategy and editorial calendar to drive organic and paid growth across properties, drive awareness, reach, engagement, etc. across markets and audiences.
- Be comfortable doing primary and secondary research involving interviews, polls, surveys, conversations, etc.
- Be able to provide copy for all creative work including videography, photography, print, animation, etc. further aligned to the conversion points identified in the core strategy for the organization.
- Familiarity with distribution channels, channel optimization, audience segmentation, etc. that will drive consumption of the content designed and delivered through them.
- Be able to think on your feet to support live engagement occurring, while respecting brand tenets and core values of the organization.
- Will be creative, yet analytical to measure the tactics employed and how they align with the strategies.Will manage all WeUsThem properties including the website, social media, etc. to position our brand as it should be. This will include supporting our Accounts team in their efforts on business development and client relationship management.
Qualifications
- BA/BS/BBA/BMgmt/etc in Journalism, Creative Writing, Languages, Marketing, Communications, PR or related field
- Experience in a content creation or marketing role preferred
- Excellent conversational and written English is required.
- Excellent conversational French and written French is preferred.
- Have unbridled passion to manage client and our agency’s accounts driving bottom-line growth across properties.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to move between accounts as needed.
- Audience tailored mindset around ensuring what copy would work for what types of audiences and how it would resonate with each.
- Know social media platforms and ideally know the ad platforms, reporting, etc.
- Strict attention to detail and copy editing (grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc)
- Ability to analyze, measure and report on content performance and impact across channels (Analytics, websites, Syndication, Advertising) while also developing reports for clients on the same per campaign or projects.
- Experience with Google Analytics, social media platforms, WordPress (or other CMS), and SEO optimization software a plus.
Job Types:
- Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Halifax, NS B3J 3K9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Language:
- French (preferred)
Work Location:
- In person
Job Features
| Job Category | Full-Time |
About We are currently looking for a content creator and digital strategist that can weave a tapestry of content that drives growth, demand generation and strategic organizational growth, for WeUsThem...