Copywriter - Contract Role

4 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Oliver & Bonacini Full time
Job Description

We are currently seeking a Copywriter as a 12 to 14-month contract addition to our Marketing & Communications team. Working collaboratively with a very creative, multi-skilled group, the successful candidate will take ownership of a variety of written materials and be a hands-on contributor to our marketing strategies and efforts. We are seeking an experienced writer who has a knack for developing a wide range of copy, from clear and concise proposals to clever puns and portmanteaus.  At the end of the contract term, there may be an opportunity to join the Marketing & Communications team in a full-time position.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Supporting the Projects, Digital and PR teams by creating compelling written content for corporate, restaurant and event venue brands
  • Writing and editing marketing collateral, such as: print and digital ads, social captions, menus, venue and catering packages, sales packages, promotional materials, proposals, presentations, pitch books, brand guidelines, training manuals, labels, packaging, product descriptions, recipes and press releases 
  • Working closely with the Digital team to support content strategy and develop creative and tactical web content based on SEO best practices
  • Developing copy for digital platforms including new and existing restaurant websites, social media, email marketing, chef and executive bios, editorial blog content and more
  • Writing and editing internal O&B communications
  • Ghostwriting articles and interview responses and speeches/talking points for O&B spokespeople
  • Participate in brainstorming for various naming exercises
  • Updating and formatting select restaurant and event venue menus in an accurate and timely manner
  • Contributing to the marketing team’s collaborative efforts

Qualifications

  • Ability to write clear, concise and compelling copy that reflects numerous unique brand voices
  • Phenomenal proofreading and grammatical skills and with high attention to detail and accuracy - familiarity with French and Italian is an asset
  • Exceptionally creative and demonstrates the ability to explore fun and unconventional ideas
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong interviewing skills to ask the right questions and gather essential information for writing compelling content
  • Works well under pressure and can multitask on concurrent projects while meeting tight deadlines
  • Works well both autonomously and collaboratively with multiple teams
  • Ability to format complex Microsoft Word documents
  • An eye for design and proficiency with Adobe InDesign is an asset
  • Familiarity with WordPress and other content management systems; basic HTML skills an asset
  • Delights in crafting clever puns and excels at creating exceptional portmanteaus
  • Undergraduate degree or diploma in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, English or any other relevant field of study
  • The ideal candidate is a food and wine enthusiast
  • 3+ years of relevant experience is considered an asset


Additional Information

** We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process. **

Oliver & Bonacini's Diversity Commitment 

At Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just, and create working environments where our employees can be at their best.


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