Start Proud aims to connect LGBTQ+ students with employers, while promoting the development of LGBTQ+ professionals, and celebrating the achievements and service of those in the community.

We facilitate the professional development of LGBTQ+ students as they transition from school to career in order to build a national network within the community. Our vision is to empower members of the LGBTQ+ community to be Canada’s leaders of tomorrow, where all institutions embrace inclusiveness within the workplace and diversity within the workforce.

What Is StartProud

Start Proud aims to connect LGBTQ+ students with employers, while promoting the development of LGBTQ+ professionals, and celebrating the achievements and service of those in the community.

We facilitate the professional development of LGBTQ+ students as they transition from school to career in order to build a national network within the community. Our vision is to empower members of the LGBTQ+ community to be Canada’s leaders of tomorrow, where all institutions embrace inclusiveness within the workplace and diversity within the workforce.

Job Description

Start Proud is seeking a Content Associate (Social Media) to support the creation and execution of social media content across Start Proud’s platforms year-round. This role is ideal for a student or aspiring content or communications professional who wants hands-on experience building consistent, social-first content for a growing professional community and its flagship initiatives, including the Out on Bay Street (OOBS) conference.

The Content Associate will play a key role in maintaining a steady drumbeat of content that drives awareness, engagement, and community connection: supporting Start Proud’s programs, partnerships, events, and storytelling throughout the year.

Why StartProud?

• Springboard your professional development by gaining valuable experience as part of a national non-profit in a functional area you are looking to grow your skills in. We are here to develop you, even if you have little experience.

• Make an impact in our organization and the community we serve! We are growing and evolving quickly, so there are many opportunities to make a difference.

• Build your network with friendly and supportive LGBTQ+ students and professionals that are eager to support and mentor

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of year-round social media content for Start Proud, including content ideation, copywriting, asset development, and publishing coordination.

• Create engaging, on-brand social content to drive awareness, community engagement, and participation across Start Proud’s platforms.

• Collaborate closely with Start Proud leadership and internal stakeholders to ensure social content aligns with organizational goals, timelines, and messaging.

• Assist in building and managing social media content calendars that support ongoing programming, partnerships, announcements, and key moments throughout the year.

• Support real-time and timely social coverage for events, initiatives, and community moments, including live or day-of posting as needed.

• Play a key role in social storytelling around Start Proud’s flagship initiatives, including Out on Bay Street (OOBS).

• Assist with post-campaign and post-event social content, including recaps, highlights, and engagement follow-ups.

• Track and report on social media performance metrics (e.g., engagement, reach, clicks) to help inform ongoing content optimization.

External Initiatives

Qualifications & Skills

• Current students, recent graduates, or aspiring content, communications, or marketing professionals seeking hands-on experience.

• Strong written communication skills with an interest in social storytelling, copywriting, and digital content creation.

• Highly organized with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple content streams simultaneously.

• Comfortable collaborating cross-functionally with leadership, partnerships, and event stakeholders.

• Interest in social media, community building, professional storytelling, or event content.

• Familiarity with platforms such as Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok—and basic analytics—is a plus, but not required.

• Passion for Start Proud’s mission and commitment to fostering inclusive professional communities.

1 year

Application Instructions

Please submit your resume via the link above. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Candidates from the LGBTQ+ community or are otherwise marginalized on the grounds of gender expression, gender identity and/or sexual orientation are strongly encouraged to apply. Lived experience as a member of any equity-deserving community is considered a strong asset.

We’re committed to providing accommodations throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.

• Springboard your professional development by gaining valuable experience as part of a national non-profit in a functional area you are looking to grow your skills in. We are here to develop you, even if you have little experience.

• Make an impact in our organization and the community we serve! We are growing and evolving quickly, so there are many opportunities to make a difference.

• Build your network with friendly and supportive LGBTQ+ students and professionals that are eager to support and mentor