Thesubstream is looking for an internet savvy marketer to fill a dual role - Social Media Strategist and Copywriter. The successful applicant will be responsible for social marketing from thesubstream website and within associated social media profiles.

This position will develop thesubstream’s social media presence by utilizing its existing profiles and seeking appropriate platforms for the distribution of content and community engagement. While overseeing the appropriate usage of these methods of engagement and offering expert guidance, the Social Media Strategist and Copywriter will embed best practice methodologies both in the marketing functions and the business as a whole.

The successful applicant will have a solid copywriting background to ensure consistency of brand voice and tone across all areas of thesubstream’s marketing endeavours. To be considered for this role you must be experienced in web copywriting and writing for social media marketing.

Essential skills
3+ years copywriting experience
2+ years social media marketing or 3+ years of online marketing experience
3+ years experience in the digital media sector
A bachelors degree in marketing, PR, business, English or related qualification
Professional experience with social media tools including, blogs, wikis, social networking sites, social bookmarking and RSS feeds
Extensive personal experience with social media and blog writing

Desirable skills
Active participation and large contact base in the Vancouver social media community
Proven leadership skills with ability to implement good marketing practice in satellite teams
Superior organizational and project management experience
Online advertising, SEO and PPC experience
Knowledge of internet technologies and social media applications
Ability to work alone and with the marketing team
Extroverted, dynamic personality