Website Design and Digital Storytelling Officer (TERM)

Description:

About us:

The Henry N.R. Jackman Faculty of Law is one of the oldest professional faculties at the University of Toronto. Today, it is one of the world's great law schools. The Faculty's rich academic programs are complemented by its many legal clinics and public interest programs. Jackman Law is housed in the elegant, state-of-the-art Jackman Law Building, alongside two historic buildings, Flavelle House and Falconer Hall, on the St. George Campus in downtown Toronto.

Your opportunity:

Jackman Law is home to a vibrant community of scholars, students, alumni and staff whose work and impact extend well beyond the Faculty. Our digital platforms play an important role in telling those stories, connecting with our communities, and showcasing the Faculty's teaching, research, people, programs and contributions to the legal profession and society.

Under the general direction of the Head of Strategy and Transformation & Senior Advisor to the Dean, the Website Design and Digital Storytelling Officer will play a central role in shaping and strengthening the Faculty's digital presence. Combining strong web, design and technical skills with excellent editorial judgment and a creative approach to storytelling, the incumbent will support the development and enhancement of the Faculty's websites, create engaging digital and multimedia content, and support digital communications initiatives that advance the Faculty's strategic priorities and strengthen engagement with key audiences.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Creating, editing and enhancing the Faculty's websites and digital platforms
• Creating compelling digital stories and content that showcase the Faculty's people, programs, research and impact
• Advising on website design, content and digital communications strategies to advance Faculty priorities
• Developing and Implementing digital communication plans across multiple channels
• Creating and coordinating digital and visual assets, including determining the effective presentation of video, audio and photography, and developing graphic designs and layouts
• Ensuring the Faculty's web and digital content meets University requirements and recognized standards for accessibility, usability, brand identity and style
• Building strong working relationships with faculty, staff and other internal and external partners, by providing advice and support on web and digital communications
• Using web, campaign and audience analytics to evaluate the effectiveness of digital initiatives, identify opportunities for improvement, and recommend emerging technologies, tools and approaches

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or an acceptable combination of equivalent education and experience
• Minimum four years of relevant experience in website management, digital communications, digital content creation, and marketing communications, preferably within a higher education or similarly complex organization.
• Demonstrated experience managing and maintaining websites using a content management system, including creating and editing webpages and interactive content.
• Experience troubleshooting website issues and working effectively with technical teams, vendors or service providers to resolve problems and implement improvements.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to and implementing digital communications initiatives across multiple channels.
• Demonstrated experience developing digital stories and translating academic research, professional education or other complex subject matter into accessible and compelling content.
• Experience creating and producing multimedia content, including creating and editing photographs, videos, audio, graphics, and other digital assets.
• Experience with digital layout, including demonstrated ability to develop visually engaging materials aligned with organizational objectives and brand standards.
• Experience using web and digital analytics to assess audience behaviour and the effectiveness of digital content, campaigns or programs.
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills, with demonstrated ability to create engaging digital content for a range of audiences and purposes.
• High level of proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), CMS (Drupal, WordPress), HTML, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effect), Canva, Mailchimp, web analytics (Google Analytics).
• Demonstrated knowledge of digital accessibility standards and experience applying accessibility requirements to web and digital content.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary web design, usability and user experience practices.
• Knowledge of search engine optimization principles and techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple digital and communications projects simultaneously, including coordinating contributors, production requirements and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with demonstrated ability to advise and collaborate effectively with a wide range of colleagues, clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise excellent judgment and translate client or stakeholder objectives into effective digital communications solutions.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and urgent assignments.
• Demonstrated commitment to staying current with emerging technologies, digital communications practices and trends.

Assets (Nonessential):

• Experience working in a university, professional school or other complex academic environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of the legal community and profession.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Adaptable
• Discerning
• Meticulous
• Motivated self-learner
• Organized
• Proactive
• Resourceful
• Team player

Closing Date: 10/27/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW 
Appointment Type : Budget - Term 
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 11 -- $79,640 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $101,845. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Communication/Media/Public Relations
Divisional HR Office Email: View email address on jobs.utoronto.ca

Note: This opportunity is for a one year term

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Job descriptions are available upon request for internal applicants.