Job Description
Are you a creative and driven individual with a passion for technology and marketing? Do you want to join a pioneering tech firm that is changing the world on a daily basis? Look no further! Canonical, the company behind the popular open-source operating system Ubuntu, is seeking an experienced entry-level Communications Specialist to join our remote team.
- *About Canonical**
Canonical is a global leader in the open-source industry, and we're proud to be at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open-source projects, we're changing the world on a daily basis. Our team is made up of talented individuals from all over the world, and we're committed to fostering a workplace that is free from discrimination and celebrates diversity of experience, perspectives, and background.
- *The Role**
As an experienced entry-level Communications Specialist, you will be responsible for developing and executing a range of communications strategies to engage with our global audience. This will include:
- Developing, scheduling, and publishing content across multiple social media platforms
- Sharing regular updates and reporting on social media metrics, content performance, and campaign results
- Supporting the growth and nurturing of Canonical's social media audiences, while increasing engagement rates and valuable actions
- Developing flair with copywriting and asset creation to create messaging that aligns with the brand and its personality, and drives audiences towards action
- Executing A/B and multivariate growth tests
- Being audience-centric, focusing on platform and community moderation, as well as direct audience engagement
- Creating awareness on integrated campaigns, product launches, webinar series, industry announcements, and core content
- Packaging all of Canonical's product offerings and educational material creatively, from bare metal, AI, Kubernetes to chats on diversity and CSR
- *What We're Looking For**
To be successful in this role, you'll need to have:
- A strong understanding of social media and communications best practices
- Hands-on knowledge of social media management tools like Sprout Social, and an understanding of web analytics tools (social and web like Google Analytics)
- Proficiency with at least four social media platforms, including LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Reddit
- An analytical eye and a good sense for the type of content that performs best depending on platform and objective
- Understanding of educational content funnels, and using video as a core social media marketing asset
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and aptitude for forging trusting relationships across diverse, cross-functional teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong content marketer
- Proven ability to prioritize and differentiate what matters from the noise, meeting deadlines without sacrificing quality
- Affinity for planning is a must, experience with project management tools like Jira is an advantage
- Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events
- *What We Offer**
As a member of our team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- A competitive base pay, dependent on your geographical location, level of experience, knowledge, and skills
- A personal learning and development budget of $2,000 per annum
- Annual compensation review
- Recognition rewards
- Annual holiday leave
- Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues at 'sprints'
- Priority Pass for travel and travel upgrades for long-haul company events
- *Our Culture**
At Canonical, we're committed to fostering a workplace that is free from discrimination and celebrates diversity of experience, perspectives, and background. We're a remote-first company, and we've been working remotely since 2004. Our team is made up of talented individuals from all over the world, and we're passionate about creating a workplace that is inclusive, supportive, and challenging.
- *How to Apply**
If you're a creative and driven individual with a passion for technology and marketing, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your application today, and don't worry if you don't meet every single requirement. We value a great attitude and a willingness to learn above all.
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