About this role
Who We Are:
At Giant Tiger, our mission is simple: help Canadians save more every day. We’re a Canadian institution rooted in our communities and built on 60+ years of success. As part of our store support team, your work directly impacts stores across the country and drives the value that our customers see on the shelves.
We’re looking for people who are passionate about retail and motivated by meaningful work that makes a real impact. This posting represents a current, contract opportunity at Giant Tiger.
Job Title
ProofreaderContract End Date
2027-02-26About This Role:
Workplace Arrangements:
This role will follow a hybrid remote/onsite schedule. Applicants for this role can expect to work on-site from our Ottawa Head Office, on Walkley Road on an as-needed basis.
Purpose: To provide proofreading and quality control across all channels of Marketing
What You'll Be Doing:
Proofread for accuracy of offers, English copy, pricing and photography, for completeness and conformity with Giant Tiger standards
Ensure consistency through all marketing materials.
Provide proofreading for the Marketing group including flyer, private brand packaging, digital content, signs, loyalty and local advertising projects
Coordinate flyer proofs with multiple teams including Buying, Marketing, Translation, external vendors and Creative Services and ensure checkpoints are met.
Extract information from various sources and communicate all relevant details to the production team.
Ensure all flyer deadlines are met
Create weekly, monthly, and seasonal sign batches for stores
Create reference documents to facilitate flyer and sign production
What You'll Bring:
Post-secondary education in a related field (Journalism, Proofreader, Legal Assistant, Copywriter)
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a proofreader/editor
Superior attention to detail and quality
Proven ability to seek out information and ask the right questions
Experience working with MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to multi-task and to meet strict deadlines
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Possess a positive, flexible, energetic, and team-oriented attitude
Assets You May Have:
Bilingual English and French
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Join Giant Tiger and gain meaningful work experience in a fun, community-focused environment. Our temporary opportunities offer competitive pay and a chance to learn and grow with a proudly Canadian retailer.
Salary
$45,600.00 - $68,500.00What Giant Tiger Offers:
Competitive Compensation: The salary range for this position is listed above. Giant Tiger will consider factors such as experience, skills and internal equity to ensure you are paid competitively.
Career Growth: Giant Tiger is committed to developing our people. We promote from within, and many of our leaders started right here. We provide the coaching, training, and support you need to build a long-term career. If you're looking for a place to grow and take on new challenges, you've found it.
Extra Giant Tiger Perks:
• Store Discount,
• Recognition program that celebrates great work with monetary rewards and other perks,
• Safety first environment.
Location
2480 Walkley Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1G 6A9Job Requisition
JR130621Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair employment practices.
Are you interested in this position but don’t yet meet all the criteria? We want you to apply anyway!
During our recruitment process we are looking for an incumbent that will not only learn and grow in the role, but also contribute to our diverse, equal and inclusive culture.
Giant Tiger will provide support and accommodation in its recruitment processes to all applicants. If you are invited to participate in an interview and have accommodation needs, please contact [email protected].
Other facts
About Giant Tiger
At Giant Tiger, we're committed to delivering more than just great deals; we're dedicated to fostering a culture of affordability through our low prices, community support and empowering our local franchise partners.
Founded in 1961 in Ottawa’s Byward Market, we are a proudly Canadian, privately held company with over 260 stores across Canada, providing jobs for approximately 10,000 dedicated members of Team Tiger. What sets us apart is that each of our Giant Tiger stores is locally owned and operated by a franchise partner who not only understands but is deeply connected to the needs of their respective communities.
When you step into your local Giant Tiger store or explore our online offerings, you’re not just shopping; you’re joining a community where you can feel confident in our commitment to low prices on the products you want and need.
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What you'll do
- The Proofreader will provide proofreading and quality control across all marketing channels, ensuring accuracy and consistency in marketing materials. They will coordinate with multiple teams to meet deadlines and create reference documents for production.
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