We're Hiring: Marketing Content Designer
- aatcheson5
- 7 days ago
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ABOUT US: The Wilfrid Laurier University Students’ Union is an independent not-for-profit organization formally affiliated with Wilfrid Laurier University. We are governed by a Board of Directors, 12 elected undergraduate students, and managed by an elected President and CEO who serves a 1-year term. The President’s Executive Leadership Team, both current students and recent graduates, serve in their roles alongside a continuing staff team managed by our Executive Director.
The Students’ Union exists to represent, advocate for, and support all Laurier undergraduate students. We work to ensure the student experience is affordable, accessible, safe, and that a high-quality academic experience is paired with opportunities for diverse and inclusive social interaction. It is our goal to be a student-drive organization that is accountable to our members, community focussed, and adaptable to change.
ROLE SUMMARY: The Marketing Content Designer will focus on the execution and maintenance of marketing and communications content for the Students' Union, including social media and print media, event coverage, and video editing. To be successful in this role, you must be highly motivated to work in a fast-paced environment, be detail-oriented, have excellent written and verbal communication, time management, and organizational skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills. As the Marketing and Communications Department is a collaborative unit, you must be a team player who is flexible and adaptive to meet the needs of the department and the Students’ Union.
This role is a full-time continuing position that includes:
Health & Dental Benefits: Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
GRSP Matching program: Enrolment eligibility in the WLU Students’ Union program
Vacation: Beginning at 2 weeks per year, in addition to university holidays.
Professional Development Opportunities: Eligibility for Tuition Waiver Program.
The final salary for this role is based on candidate experience, organizational compensation salary grid structure, and budget consideration. As a student centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus however, where possible we are committed to offering flexible work according to our Flexible Work Policy.
Click the link below to review the full job description:
POSITION TITLE: Marketing Content Designer
POSITION LEVEL: Full-time, contract (2-years)
SALARY RANGE: Starting at $40,000 per annum, commensurate to skills and experience
REPORTS TO: Director, Marketing Communications
EDUCATION: Post-secondary degree/diploma or equivalent LOCATION: Waterloo based, with biweekly travel to Brantford a necessity
CLOSING DATE: Monday August 18th, 2025 at 11:59pm
HOW TO APPLY: Send your cover letter and resume in ONE PDF to studentsunionhiring@wlu.ca before the closing date above.
For questions about the role, reach out to Ashley Atcheson - Director, Marketing Communications at aatcheson@wlu.ca
For questions about how to apply or accommodations in the process, reach out to Kelly Lee - Director, Member Services at klee@wlu.ca
Wilfrid Laurier University Students’ Union does not use AI Technology in our recruitment process. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Thank you for your interest in applying with the Wilfrid Laurier University Students’ Union.
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