Requisition ID: 231469

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Purpose of Job:

To create and deliver highly engaging, visually dynamic video content that supports and enhances Scotia iTRADE’s investor education initiatives across digital platforms.

This role will design, produce, and edit short-form videos and multimedia assets for YouTube, Reels, educational programs, and marketing campaigns – helping drive broader engagement, learning, and brand presence among self-directed investors.

In addition to core video production, the Video Creator will also contribute to social content creation by developing and repurposing content for YouTube, Instagram, and other key platforms – ensuring education materials are optimized for format and audience engagement.

The Video Creator – Editor will collaborate closely with the education team and marketing partners to deliver best-in-class video learning experiences.

Major Accountabilities:

Video Production & Editing:

• Plan, shoot, and edit high-impact, short-form video content for investor education (YouTube, Reels, platform tutorials, social explainers).
• Manage full video production cycle: pre-production, filming, editing, audio mixing, graphics/animation integration, and delivery.
• Build and maintain visual standards aligned to iTRADE’s brand guidelines and education goals.
• Partner with education manager to identify opportunities for video-driven education and engagement.
• Work with external partners (e.g. guest speakers) to coordinate video recording and production as needed.
• Optimize video content for accessibility (captions, audio clarity) and cross-platform distribution.

Content Support & Innovation:

• Stay current on best practices in educational video production, social-first video formats, and emerging tools.
• Experiment with new formats and storytelling techniques to engage evolving investor audiences (younger segments, mobile-first users).
• Support content repurposing and re-editing to maximize content lifecycle and reach.
• Collaborate with marketing and social teams to align video content with broader campaigns.

Project & Production Management:

• Manage video projects from concept to delivery under tight timelines with minimal direction.
• Own technical aspects of production (lighting, sound, video quality).
• Maintain and evolve an efficient video production workflow, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Ensure all produced content is compliant with relevant regulatory, legal, and accessibility standards.

Contribute to the effective functioning of Scotia iTRADE by:

• Work closely with Manager, Client Education and effectively collaborate with internal iTRADE teams and Scotiabak to deliver a cohesive, consistent, and a ‘best in class’ education experience for clients.
• Supporting the strategic goal of delivering a "best in class" investor education experience through high-quality video content.
• Contributing creative ideas and content approaches to drive engagement and impact.
• Demonstrating flexibility and ownership in delivering education priorities.
• Developing and executing a meaningful Employee Development Plan.

Education / Work Experience / Designations:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a video creator, editor, or technical producer in a content, media, or creative services role.

• Experience working across the full video production cycle, including camera operation and editing.
• Courses and certifications in video editing software like Adobe Creative Suite are highly valuable; including Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, Animate, and Audition.

• Ability to plan, film, edit (Adobe Creative Suite), schedule, and publish daily content across various social platforms –  such as YouTube, Instagram, or TikTok.

• Strong portfolio of short-form video content (YouTube, Reels, social-first education or marketing) with familiarity of designs to deliver educational concepts and creating video content to drive learning outcomes.

• Support the design and execution of integrated media strategies, working collaboratively with partners, digital content teams, Marketing, as well as control partners in legal, privacy and compliance.

• Prior knowledge of financial markets, online investing, the self-directed space and investor education is an asset.
  
  

Additional Candidate Requirements:

• A proven track record of delivering results through a collaborative, inclusive style and process that respects all partners and their respective roles and interests, and builds the lines of communication and understanding throughout all initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple video projects in parallel and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, attention to detail and follow-through skills
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable to evolving project requirements.
• French language fluency is an asset.
  
  

Application requirement: After applying online, please send your portfolio (either as an attachment or as a URL link) to education@scotiaitrade.com. 
When submitting your portfolio, please include your Scotiabank application ID and full name in the email subject line.

Location(s):  Canada : Ontario : Toronto 

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.  

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.