Junior Digital Marketing Specialist

About Shout Media

Shout Media is a digital agency specializing in web development, digital marketing, and brand strategy. We also operate two internal divisions: Responder Recruitment, supporting public safety hiring initiatives, and Haven, a SaaS platform focused on training and compliance.

We’re a fast-moving, collaborative team that values strong ideas, accountability, and continuous growth. If you’re looking to build real-world experience across paid media and content, not just watch from the sidelines, this is the role for you.

The Role

We’re looking for a Junior Digital Marketing Specialist to support the execution of digital campaigns across paid media and social platforms.

This is a performance-focused role with a strong emphasis on running and optimizing ads, paired with hands-on involvement in content creation, especially short-form video.

You’ll work closely with our Campaign Managers, Designers, and Strategists to help launch, manage, and improve campaigns for a range of clients.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the setup, execution, and optimization of digital ad campaigns across platforms like Meta (Facebook/Instagram) and Google Ads
• Monitor campaign performance and identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement
• Pull data and assist in preparing campaign reports
• Support A/B testing initiatives across ads and creative
• Support content creation for social media, including writing captions and brainstorming ideas
• Assist in creating short-form video content for Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts, including ideation, basic filming, and editing
• Help build and maintain content calendars across multiple client accounts
• Conduct research on competitors, audiences, and industry trends
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure campaigns are delivered on time and aligned with strategy
• Contribute ideas in campaign planning and creative discussions

Required Education and Experience

• 0–2 years of experience in digital marketing, advertising, or content creation (agency experience is an asset, but not required)
• Strong interest in paid media and performance marketing
• Familiarity with Meta Ads Manager and/or Google Ads is an asset
• Interest in creating short-form video content for social platforms (Reels, TikTok, Shorts)
• Ability to write clear, engaging ad copy and social captions
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Comfortable working with data (or eager to learn)
• Up-to-date awareness of social media trends and digital marketing best practices
• Positive attitude, curiosity, and a willingness to learn quickly

Desired Skills

• Experience running ads or managing small budgets (personal, freelance, or academic)
• Experience creating short-form video content (Reels, TikTok, Shorts)
• Familiarity with tools like CapCut, Adobe Premiere, or in-app editors
• Basic understanding of SEO, PPC, or analytics tools
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and experience using project management software (Monday or Asana).

Why Join Shout

• Hands-on experience managing real ad campaigns from day one
• Direct exposure to paid media strategy and performance optimization
• Opportunity to build both analytical and creative skill sets
• Mentorship from experienced marketers and strategists
• Clear growth path into more senior roles
• Hybrid work environment
• A team that values initiative, creativity, and continuous improvement

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about digital marketing and want to build your skills in paid media and content creation, we’d love to hear from you.

Please include any relevant experience, projects, or examples of ads or content you’ve created.

This position is based in Thunder Bay, Ontario, with a hybrid work arrangement. Candidates must reside in Canada and be legally eligible to work here.

Compensation

• Salary $45,000 - $50,000 per year.
• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Vision care
• Work from home

Application question(s)

• Which platforms do you have experience running ads on?
• Do you have a link to a portfolio/content you wish to include? Please include it here.

Location

• Thunder Bay, ON P7B 2T4 (required)

Work Location: In person