Company Description
Out to Play provides Forest School, summer day camps, and therapeutic services such as one-on-one respite, and therapy for child and youth. With locations in Nepean, Dunrobin, and Kemptville, Out to Play focuses on child-centered learning through the Forest and Nature School approach. By emphasizing connection through play on the land, the organization prioritizes mental health, wellness, and relationship. Their programs are designed to support the holistic well-being of children and youth while cultivating deeper connections with the land.
Role Description
This hybrid contract role, based in Ottawa, ON is an 8-week Canada Summer Job funded position.
With the option for some remote work, this role focuses on coordinating all social media efforts and promoting Out to Play's programs and initiatives, with a focus on summer camp. The role includes working at two locations each week, with one day remote work.
The Social Media Coordinator will organize public awareness assets, and create engaging digital storytelling to connect with families and advocate for child-centred learning through play on the land. Collaboration with the team to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with organizational goals will be a key responsibility.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in Social Media Content Creation and Social Media Marketing
- Competency in photography and editing
- Strong, engaging skills in Writing and effective Communication
- Experience and understanding of Digital Marketing strategies
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
- Familiarity with analytics tools to track and evaluate social media performance
- Knowledge of community building, with a preference for experience engaging with youth and families
- Passion for outdoor learning, education, and environmental sustainability is a strong asset
- Current enrollment in Marketing, Communications, or a related field is preferred
As a Canada Summer Jobs funded position applications are open to youth up to and including 30 years old. At Out to Play, we are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the children, families, and communities we work alongside. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people, Black people, people of colour, neurodivergent people and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. We recognize that meaningful outdoor and educational spaces are strengthened by a diversity of perspectives, relationships, and ways of being. Applicants are welcome to share accessibility needs at any stage of the hiring process, and every effort will be made to accommodate them. Please email a resume and cover letter to Lara Purvis at [email protected]
Pay: $20.00-$23.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
