Content Creator + Digital Designer

Are you a creative powerhouse with a passion for content creation and all things social media? Are you up to date with what is trending and ready to create content that pushes the Earls brand forward? If so, we are looking for you!


Earls Kitchen + Bar is looking for a Content Creator + Digital Designer to join our collaborative Brand + Marketing team in Vancouver, BC, at Earls Head Office. This is an incredible opportunity to leverage your skills in graphic design, photography, and video to produce industry-leading content across social media, our website, and other digital platforms. If you thrive on digital storytelling and live for captivating visuals and engaging narratives, this role is for you!


Role Responsibilities


Content Ideation & Development

Lead the creation of all social media content (photo and video) primarily for TikTok and Instagram, including concepting, filming, editing, and animating assets for both organic and paid posts, always ensuring alignment with Earls' brand positioning, visual identity, and tone of voice.
Develop compelling brand content and storytelling across all digital platforms, including social media, e-newsletters, blog posts, and the website, working closely with the Brand & Marketing team.
Support with writing social copy, focusing on transforming key messaging into engaging, social-first narratives that resonate with our audience.
Capturing images/photos, editing, and retouching for smaller or time-sensitive projects.
Capture iPhone video content at store locations for monthly content needs, behind-the-scenes video content at large shoots, and internal events.

Social Media Management

Schedule and post content on the Earls Corporate social media channels with support from the Brand + Social Manager.
Collaborate with the Brand + Social Manager to brainstorm and develop content strategies for social media and newsletters, ensuring plans align with menu rollouts, evergreen brand content, promotions, campaigns, and deliver on the overarching business objectives.
Collaborate with the Brand + Social Manager to ideate and implement tactics to optimize the growth and engagement of our social platforms.
Collaborate with the Brand + Social Manager to identify opportunities to elevate the brand’s social presence and position Earls as a category leader.
Stay up to date on pop culture, social media, industry, and competitor trends, sharing insights to elevate the brand and social media strategy.

Graphic Design

Act as the primary social and digital creative, collaborating closely with the Brand + Marketing team, Senior Graphic Designer, and other departments to deliver impactful campaigns that meet project objectives and push the brand forward.
Conceptualize and execute engaging digital assets for social media, website, and newsletters, including static graphics, animated visuals, and short videos, with occasional support for print.
Translate marketing objectives and brand messaging into innovative concepts that resonate with our target audiences.
Ensure all creative output aligns with our brand guidelines, maintaining a cohesive visual identity across all channels and formats, while bringing fresh, bold ideas to the table.
Apply a strong understanding of typography, layout, color, and current design trends to push creative and visual boundaries and support overall campaign goals.

Qualifications


2-4 years of proven experience in graphic design, visual storytelling, and content creation across digital and print platforms
Post-secondary education in Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects), with strong skills in video editing and photo retouching
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a strong sense of brand voice and audience engagement
Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Strong time management and organizational abilities, with a track record of meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Bonus Points


A sense of humour.
A serious passion for food - we like to eat around here (sometimes wine is involved).
Open to personal development and growth.
The drive to succeed and the passion to be a part of Earls growth.
Big team player – able to be both a leader and also support those around them.

What We Offer


Competitive annual salary ranging from $60,000 to $70,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, complemented by all the perks and benefits below
Comprehensive health care benefits effective from your first day
A healthy lifestyle spending account to support you in living your best life
Employee Assistance Program
Earls 50% discount card for food and drinks at all Earls Kitchen + Bar, the Beachhouse, Birdies Eats & Drinks, and JOEY Restaurants locations
3 weeks vacation
Make Life Awesome week
Opportunity to be a part of our partner-led Employee Resource Groups (ERG) designated to bring our greater communities together through mutual causes and shared experiences
Flexibility with our Hybrid work from home/office model
Bring your furry friend to work in our dog-friendly office
Office amenities include a rooftop patio, lockers, showers, a full kitchen, and collaborative workspaces
Travel opportunities for company events, new restaurant openings, and more!
Leadership programs with career development and opportunities for advancement
Awards, recognitions, team-building events, and more!

APPLY NOW


Please submit your application and your portfolio before the end of the day on Monday, June 23rd. We will be in touch with suitable candidates as applications come through. We look forward to hearing from you!


Earls is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, free from discrimination. We believe bringing together people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities is essential to our success, and brings us closer to living our purpose to Make Life Awesome.


All employment decisions inclusive of recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotions, and terminations are based on qualifications, competencies, and merit, without the consideration of any legally protected ground. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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