Copywriter Co-op

Who We Are

Reliable Controls is dedicated to reducing the carbon footprint of buildings around the world. Our team specializes in the design, development, and assembly of building automation controls and software programs.

We align ourselves with the right people and empower them in the right ways. An established company based in Victoria, BC, we nurture a strong culture of communication, trust, and collaboration. Embracing a work–life balance, promoting continuous learning, and celebrating our achievements are a few of the ways we show our enduring commitment to employees. Let’s combine our passions for building a greener future!

Your Mission

You will support the Creative Services department in crafting clear, engaging, and brand-aligned written content. Under the guidance of Communication Strategist and the Creative Services Manager, this role contributes to various writing projects, including marketing collateral, social media and blog posts, press releases, project profiles, internal communications, and light technical documentation. The Co-op Copywriter will have the opportunity to learn about B2B writing, branding, tone of voice, SEO principles, and content strategy while gaining practical experience in a professional setting.

What We Offer

• Free parking at both of our Victoria locations,
• Green Transportation Incentive – bus, bike or walk to work and earn extra money for it!
• Social Committee Events – games nights, cabin trips, bowling, camping and more,
• …and most importantly, a genuinely great culture fostered by the senior management team and sustained by fantastic people!
  
  

What We Hope To Create

Solutions for building operators to enable the vision of Net-Zero Emissions by 2050. Help us get there.

In This Role You Will

• Content development: Write basic copy for our Newsroom blog, social media posts, email campaigns, and internal documents, adhering to brand standards and project requirements.
• Editing and proofreading: Assist with editing and proofreading tasks, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and consistency in tone and style.
• Research support: Conduct simple research to gather information for content creation, ensuring factual correctness and relevance.
• Collaboration: Work closely with senior copywriters, designers, and marketers to align written content with visual elements and brand messaging.
• SEO best practices: Learn foundational SEO principles and apply them to written content under the supervision of senior team members.
• Feedback integration: Incorporate feedback from senior copywriters and stakeholders, improving writing quality and style over time.
• Brand adherence: Help maintain the company’s brand voice, ensuring all written materials support the company’s branding and marketing objectives.
  
  

You'll Have Access To

• An onboarding package to get you up to speed
• Online training courses
• A mentor
  
  

This role might be right for you if you have/are:

• Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Journalism, or a related field.
• Detail-oriented, with strong writing and proofreading skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt, incorporating feedback and guidance.
• Interest in content strategy, branding, and digital marketing.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
• Open to learning about our building automation technology.
  
  

You’ll Be Successful In This Position If You

• Are an enthusiastic, innovative individual who cares about sustainability
• Look for ways to have a meaningful impact on your team's work
• Like a challenge and want to grow professionally
• Are patient and diligent; quality may take longer, but you know it's worth it
• Value a healthy work–life balance; we don't expect you to work overtime or weekends
  
  

Let’s connect!

At Reliable Controls it’s not only experience and skills we are seeking; alignment with our values is of the utmost importance to us. Continuous improvement is vital to our organization, and we are prepared to invest in our team’s future, not just their current abilities. Let’s connect. We would love to hear from you!