Editorial Intern
Are you a recent journalism or communications
graduate or current student? Are you a web-savvy writer who’s passionate about
the intersection of digital media, journalism and business? Then we want to
hear from you! Business Information Group, the largest b2b magazine publisher
in Canada, has an immediate need for an editorial intern to write content for
FRASERS, one of our flagship manufacturing websites, beginning in November for
four months with the possibility of longer-term involvement.
graduate or current student? Are you a web-savvy writer who’s passionate about
the intersection of digital media, journalism and business? Then we want to
hear from you! Business Information Group, the largest b2b magazine publisher
in Canada, has an immediate need for an editorial intern to write content for
FRASERS, one of our flagship manufacturing websites, beginning in November for
four months with the possibility of longer-term involvement.
We’re looking f
or someone who is a
self-starter and is comfortable pitching, curating and writing stories on
behalf of b2b companies who are our clients. Students will be paid for this
internship on a $15 per article basis (300-350 words per article). We are
seeking a steady stream of 6-7 articles per business day over this 4 month
term. You have the opportunity to work from home or at Business Information
Group offices in Toronto (at Don Mills and York Mills). A computer will not be
provided.
Essential Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Writing
and posting product news articles online - Writing
the occasional whitepaper on demand from clients (You will be paid an
additional fee for this) - Writing
more in-depth Articles that include video (You will be paid an additional
fee for this) - Contacting
and following up with vendors for story ideas, content and approvals - Curating
appropriate content from newswires and clients’ websites, and re-writing
and annotating content to produce “How to” articles that will engage
potential buyers of their products - Planning
and project managing stories well in advance of publication dates - Assisting
with email newsletter production and distribution - Using
social media to promote content - Working
closely with SEO team to analyze traffic numbers and optimize them - Other
duties as needed
Recommended Skills:
- Writing,
editing, and communication skills - Strong
project management skills - HTML
and basic web design experience - The
ability to multi-task and work independently on time-sensitive projects - Ability
to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment - Attention
to detail - An
eagerness to learn new skills and research the subject matter - Preferred
knowledge of SEO/SEM/Google Analytics
How to for this position:
Submit a resume and 2-3 writing
samples to dmorrison@frasers.com.
samples to dmorrison@frasers.com.
About Business Information Group
Business Information Group (BIG) is Canada’s largest b2b magazine publisher
with over 350 leading b2b magazines, websites and enewsletters in 15 industry
sectors and serving an audience of over 3 million business owners,
professionals and managers.
Business Information Group (BIG) is Canada’s largest b2b magazine publisher
with over 350 leading b2b magazines, websites and enewsletters in 15 industry
sectors and serving an audience of over 3 million business owners,
professionals and managers.
