Content Creator

Reports to: Communications & Design Manager

FTE (based on 35 paid hr work week): 100% FTE

Start date: February 2, 2026

Annual salary: $47,500 - $52,500

About the Centre for Ocean Literacy Collaboration

The Centre for Ocean Literacy Collaboration (COLC) is a living lab for high-impact public ocean engagement. We work with partners and communities to mobilize research and knowledge into collaborative action. Launched in 2018, and formerly known as the Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition, COLC is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in ocean literacy collaboration and innovation. Our mission is building an ocean-engaged society – a society that better understands, values, and cares for the ocean.

COLC’s position as a living lab for high impact public ocean engagement, is rooted in transdisciplinary research and impact measurement. Our work generates evidence-based insights on effective design and approach to knowledge mobilization and public ocean engagement (e.g., what works, how do we know, what is being measured and how, what change is happening). We work with a network of over 600 partner organizations representing a range of sectors, through key initiatives such as Ocean Week Canada, Community Grants Program, Ocean & Society Survey, and Blue Schools Canada, as examples.

COLC operates as a national project office with an administrative home at the Ocean Frontier Institute (OFI) at Dalhousie University.

The Role:

Reporting to the Communications & Design Manager, the Content Creator is a key member of the communications team, responsible for creating digital assets to maintain COLC’s presence and engaging our audience through various online platforms. Your expertise in digital communication and user experience will play a vital role in promoting our mission and key initiatives to advance ocean literacy, marine conservation, and the implementation of the Canadian Ocean Literacy Strategy.

What You’ll Do:

Primary duties will include creating assets for social media, creating assets for websites, improving online user experience, updating web content, and assisting in the creation of other presentations, newsletters, and reports as needed.

Content Creation:

• Collaborate with team members to develop and edit content for the organization's website, newsletter, and reports
• Design captivating graphics and written content for social media platforms, maintaining consistency in branding and visual identity
• Create and/or curate videos and photos for use on COLC websites and social media

Social Media & Email Marketing:

• Assist the marketing specialist with the creation and execution of social media content and campaigns across various platforms (Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, etc.) to promote the COLC's various initiatives and raise brand awareness.
• Support the communications team with the creation and execution of email marketing campaigns.

Website UX and SEO:

• Collaborate with the Communications & Design Manager, Marketing Specialist, and web developers to implement website enhancements and optimize user experience.

Required:

• A Bachelor’s degree in (Science) Communications, Digital/Visual Communications/Marketing, Environmental Education, or a related field.
• Experience using graphic, video editing, and marketing software (such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Affinity, Mailchimp, Google Ads).
• Experience with social media platforms (Facebook, BlueSky, Instagram, Youtube, etc.)
• Experience with website content management systems (WordPress, Squarespace, etc.)
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, and to take responsibility for achieving your objectives and tasks working on your own at a distance (remotely).
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and jump right in!
• Bilingual in English and French.

Assets:

• Understanding of HTML and CSS.
• Knowledge of, and passion for, the environment and ocean conservation.

Working Conditions

• Occasional work after hours and on weekends may be required.
• Occasional travel within Canada may be required.
• The successful applicant will be eligible for either remote work or hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

How to apply:

Interested applicants are invited to submit (1) a résumé and (2) a cover letter to jobs@centreforoceanliteracy.ca. Please submit your completed application as a single PDF file and use a subject line that includes “Content Creator - LAST NAME”. Feel free to include any additional portfolios or work samples. The deadline for receiving applications is January 11, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest. We will review all applications and conduct interviews with select candidates the week of January 19-23, 2026. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants must be eligible to legally work throughout Canada at the time of applying. This posting may remain open until a qualified candidate is hired.

COLC and Dalhousie University are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to building a diverse team, where everyone can work safely in a barrier-free environment. We encourage candidates from historically marginalized groups, including women, Indigenous Peoples, people with disabilities, people from different racial and ethnic backgrounds, and those who identify themselves as 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply.