Jr Web Specialist

Overview

Junior Web Specialist & Publisher (CMS Focus) – HYBRID (3 days/wk) in Surrey, BC on a T4 basis *

Job Description: The Junior Web Specialist and Publisher is responsible for maintaining and updating corporate web content on the customer-facing website. This hybrid role requires a detail-oriented individual with hands-on experience in Content Management Systems (CMS), to ensure timely, accurate, and on-brand delivery of digital communications.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Content Publishing and Maintenance (Primary Focus):

   • Publish and update web content, images, documents, and promotional materials using a Content Management System (CMS).

   • Maintain corporate web applications and pages within timelines to achieve client objectives and adhere to corporate standards.
   • Ensure all published content is accurate, consistent, and adheres to brand guidelines and current web best practices.
2. Web Production and Code Support:

   • Apply basic knowledge of HTML and CSS to format and style content within the CMS, troubleshoot display issues, and implement minor code-level edits.

   • Review and provide input to support information architecture and page layouts for web content.
3. Governance and Administration:

   • Manage content author permissions and implement content workflows based on client requirements within the CMS environment.

   • Maintain records and control files for web content.
   • Troubleshoot first-level web-related operational issues, working closely with Information Services for resolution.
   • Act as a resource for internal clients regarding the web publishing process.
4. Team Collaboration and Support:

   • Participate in the management of small web-based tasks and projects, providing support to the Digital team.

   • (Nice-to-Have) Familiarity with team collaboration tools like Kanban or similar project tracking methodologies.

Required Qualifications

1. Education: Completion of a Certificate in Web Development, Digital/Graphic Design, or a related field from an accredited post-secondary institution.
2. Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of real-world experience directly related to web publishing, content management, or digital production.
3. Technical Skills:

   • Required hands-on experience with a major Content Management System (CMS) (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, SharePoint, AEM, Sitecore, or similar enterprise-level systems).

   • Sound working knowledge of basic HTML and CSS for formatting and troubleshooting.
   • (Nice-to-Have) Working knowledge of image editing/graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator) for web image preparation.
   • Working knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel).
4. Core Competencies:

   • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

   • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
   • Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to provide effective customer service.
   • Ability to troubleshoot first-level web-related problems.
   • Ability to collaborate effectively with a team and work independently.

Work Structure

• Schedule: Hybrid. In-office attendance is required Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Remote work is scheduled for Thursday and Friday.

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. 

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.

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Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.