Social Media Generalist

Description:

SOCAN is a Canadian non-profit copyright collective that ensures music creators and publishers receive fair compensation for the use of their works. Representing over 200,000 members, SOCAN manages music licensing, royalty collection, and creator rights advocacy, enabling artists to earn a living from their craft.

Why Work at SOCAN

• Make a difference in the creative community.

• Flexible, hybrid work model with work-life balance.

• Opportunities in a constantly evolving creative industry.

• Help creators increase their income and sustain their careers.

Compensation & Benefits

• Schedule: 35 hours/week with flexible options (possible 4-day work week depending on role).

• Leave: 12 sick days/year (including 5 personal days).

• Bonus: Annual performance-based bonus.

• Retirement: Defined contribution pension plan.

• Insurance: Comprehensive health and dental benefits.

• Work Environment: Inclusive, collaborative, diversity-focused workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Social Media Coordination

• Develop & execute social media strategies for SOCAN’s French-language accounts.

• Collaborate with English-language social media team for bilingual coverage.

• Provide event coverage (SOCAN Gala, awards, creation camps) – occasional travel to Quebec & Toronto.

• Monitor member and industry social media to identify engagement opportunities.

• Maintain quarterly social media content calendar.

• Publish on SOCAN platforms (social media, Paroles & Musique magazine, other channels).

• Attend editorial/content meetings with member services stakeholders.

• Cover industry events (album launches, festivals, shows) on social media.

• Create strategies to grow engagement and audience across all platforms.

Content Creation – Video & Graphic Design

• Support multimedia specialist with video research, filming, editing, and subtitling.

• Provide graphic design for event invites, digital/print banners, Gala program, social media visuals, presentations.

• Supply photo series for magazine, social media, and internal platforms.

• Archive photos and videos.

General Marketing & Communications Support

• Update music release and event calendars for editorial planning.

• Manage inventory & usage schedule for banners and promotional items.

• Collaborate on promotional materials and merchandise.

• Assist with event logistics and vendor coordination.

Media Relations

• Distribute press releases to music media contacts.

• Maintain up-to-date media and industry mailing lists.

Required Skills & Experience

• Postsecondary education in graphic design, marketing, communications, journalism, or related.

• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite.

• Photography skills or strong interest.

• Min. 1 year relevant experience.

• Strong social media, graphic design, and video editing skills.

• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.

• Organizational and coordination skills in a fast-paced environment.

• Creative problem-solving, autonomy, initiative, attention to detail.

• Team-oriented and collaborative mindset.

• Commitment to excellence and relationship-building.

• Effective time and priority management.

• Bilingual (French & English) – English is required due to frequent interactions with anglophone stakeholders.

Assets:

• Creative writing skills.

• Presentation design skills.