Content Producer - #230055

Job Description

This role is hands-on and fast-moving—equal parts creative and executional. You’ll lead the development of video, photography, and other content that supports campaigns, showcases our stores and teams, and connects with customers across Atlantic Canada.

You’ll work closely with internal teams to turn ideas into content that is practical, relevant, and aligned with KENT’s brand—while helping raise the bar on how we show up across every touchpoint.

This position offers a competitive salary ($55-75,000.00 /year).

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and deliver content across social media, website, email, and in-store marketing
• Capture and produce video and photography that highlights products, projects, promotions, and people
• Lead video content development from concept through to final delivery, including script writing, editing and post-production
• Support marketing campaigns, product launches, and seasonal initiatives with timely, high-impact content
• Coordinate shoots, including locations, schedules, equipment, and internal stakeholders
• Travel to stores across Atlantic Canada to capture authentic, on-the-ground content
• Ensure all content reflects KENT’s brand standards and voice
• Review, edit, and refine content to ensure clarity, accuracy, and quality
• Monitor content performance and adjust approach based on what’s working
• Stay current with content trends, tools, and formats to keep our creative fresh and relevant
• Provide day-to-day supervision and support to the Content Specialist
  
  

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Marketing, Communications, Media, or a related field
• 5–7+ years of experience creating video content in a retail, agency, or digital environment
• Strong hands-on experience with video production, photography, and editing
• Advanced proficiency with tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop and Lightroom
• Experience in motion graphics is highly preferred.
• Previous experience, operating a drone, or holding a drone license are considered strong assets.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong storytelling, writing, and editing skills
• Experience creating content for digital and social platforms
• Interest in home improvement, DIY, or retail considered an asset
• Bilingualism (French/English) considered an asset
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel
  
  

What You Bring

• A practical, roll-up-your-sleeves mindset—you’re comfortable both behind the camera and behind the scenes
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• The ability to work collaboratively and build relationships across teams
• A creative eye and a good sense for what resonates with customers
• A portfolio of work that shows your range across video, photography, and digital content
• Experience directing talent at all levels, ensuring they feel at ease and are presented in a confident, authentic, and polished way on camera
  
  

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Kent is the largest retail building supply chain in Atlantic Canada. With 48 locations and an ecommerce website, our mission is to be the best source of home improvement products through superior customer service and know-how, quality products, and everyday great prices. We protect our customers and staff by hiring and training associates committed to our safety values. We employ over 3,700 people and work hard to increase our market share through strategic investment in training and technology. We focus on the development of our people and promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. In addition to our retail stores, we operate truss manufacturing facilities and a wholesale drywall company. We are a member of Independent Lumber Dealers Co-operative and the ARENA buying group which ensures our great product selection and pricing