Jobs at blogTO

blogTO is a leading lifestyle publication for Gen Z and Millennials in Toronto. Our website reaches millions of users every month and generates over 100 million page views annually.

We're a leading Canadian publisher on TikTok and other social media platforms. Our original, custom-crafted videos generate over 80 million monthly views and we connect and engage with millions of followers across various platforms.

We're owned by ZoomerMedia. You can check out their job openings here.

Currently, we follow a hybrid workplace model with some positions expected to work three days a week from our office at the ZoomerMedia complex in Liberty Village. Our hours can be somewhat non-traditional since we cover a lot of events, nightlife, brunch restaurants, breaking news and other things happening in Toronto on evenings and weekends. 

Before you apply for any of the jobs below, make sure you follow us on some of our social channels. We want to make sure you're familiar with what we do as we create a lot of video and other content you won't find here on the website. 

All permanent full time positions come with benefits like health, dental and uncapped vacation days, as well as one additional flex day per month.

If you're looking for something part time (freelance) please see our list of current freelance opportunities.

If you're looking for an internship please see our information page on internships with blogTO.

Recognizing the importance of giving platforms to voices that reflect the city of Toronto, and realizing that media organizations based here often fail to do so, blogTO enthusiastically encourages applications from First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as LGBTQ2S+.

Current job openings with blogTO

 
City Editor
  • Reporting to: Editor in Chief
  • Salary: $80,000 - $100,000
Who you are

You are an experienced manager, digital editor and reporter with a passion for local journalism. You have an expert knowledge of Toronto and an insatiable curiosity to discover what's new and lead a team who will report on people, places and stories not covered by other media.

You're comfortable working with a wide range of topics such as local news, lifestyle and culture that includes but is not exclusive to: breaking news, housing and real estate, events, food and restaurants, nightlife, shopping, local travel and outdoors and the history of the city.

What you'll do
  • Lead a small team of local reporters covering local news, culture, food and lifestyle topics with an emphasis on original reporting.
  • Plan, assign and schedule content, as well as review pitches.
  • Help organize the writing, photography and videography resources on the Toronto team to align with editorial priorities with input from regional and national brand leaders.
  • Pursue your own editorial assignments and work as a reporter to bring your stories to fruition.
  • Provide ongoing feedback to team members, nurture and train staff as applicable.
  • Participate in regular meetings via Google Meet as well as in-person meetings at the Toronto office.
What you have
  • Proven professional experience as a manager, editor and reporter covering local news, lifestyle, food, culture and/or other content about Toronto.
  • Excellent time management., strong attention to detail and deep understanding of digital media and how to effectively write headlines and package content.
  • Ability to succeed in a fast paced environment with quick turnarounds and deadlines, lead, manage and mentor a multi-platform team to bring ideas to life.
  • Experience with data analytics tools and how to use them to shape editorial decisions.
  • Willingness to work unconventional hours, evenings and weekends totalling 40-hours per week.
  • Familiarity with the Google Suite and Adobe Photoshop.
  • An undergraduate or master degree in Journalism is an asset.
What we offer
  • Flexible Paid Time Off Policy to ensure you're able to get the break you need and work at an optimized level
  • Opportunity for Growth
  • Hybrid Work Environment
  • Benefits package including dental, vision and extended health starting after 3 months
How to apply

If this sounds like your dream job, please email jobs [at] blogto [dotcom] the following:

  • Your name, email and phone number.
  • A cover letter detailing why you're interested in and qualified for this role, as well as what neighbourhood in Toronto you currently live in and number of years you’ve lived in the city.
  • Your LinkedIn profile.
  • 3 writing samples or a link to your writing portfolio.
  • Compensation expectations and first available start date.

We thank all applicants for applying, however, only successful candidates will be contacted.

Current job openings across ZDN

The Zoomer Digital Network (ZDN) is the home for all the digital media brands within ZoomerMedia. This includes brands like Daily Hive, Curiocity, Dished, Offside and MobileSyrup just to name a few. These brands currently have local teams in cities across Canada including Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto. You can view their current job openings below: