--- title: 'Website and Social Media Manager at Telesat' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/website-and-social-media-manager-telesat-ottawa-53kyf1gzb059' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-11' --- # Website and Social Media Manager at Telesat - **Company:** Telesat - **Location:** Ottawa, Canada - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-07-27 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/telesat/ba4d8c31-ebe9-4cc6-a8f4-02716ca4300a ## Job description Telesat is seeking a results-driven and creative Website and Social Media manager to support the company's digital presence across web, social media, and search channels. Reporting to the Director, Corporate Communications, this person will support the management of Telesat's corporate website, social media platforms, search engine optimization (SEO), and emerging AI optimization, while also supporting marketing efforts to drive awareness, engagement, and business growth. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and digital storyteller who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution. ## Key Responsibilities Content Development - Work with other members of the marketing and communications team to strategize and create impactful, high-performing written and multimedia content for internal (employee-facing) and external use. - Lead the development of a shared marketing and communications content calendar to ensure alignment and message consistency. - Ensure all content reflects Telesat's brand voice. Social Media Management - Co-create, schedule, publish, and monitor social media content on LinkedIn and X that supports business objectives, thought leadership, corporate communications, events, and marketing communications campaigns. - Develop compelling social media copy and collaborate on the creation of visual and multimedia assets. - Monitor social media trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities for engagement. - Track and analyze social media performance, providing recommendations to improve reach, engagement, and audience growth. Website Management - Manage and maintain Telesat's corporate website using the WordPress content management system. - Work closely with internal stakeholders to support content publishing and website enhancement initiatives. - Collaborate with content creators to optimize web pages, landing pages, blogs, and other digital content, including alternate H1, H2 copy, Meta descriptions, and keyword strategy. - Ensure website content is accurate, current, accessible, and aligned with brand standards. - Monitor website performance and user experience, identifying opportunities for improvement. SEO and AI Optimization - Develop and implement SEO strategies to improve search visibility, organic traffic, and content performance across various platforms and formats including corporate website, press releases, and social posts. - Conduct keyword research, content optimization, technical SEO coordination, and performance monitoring. - Support AI optimization initiatives, ensuring content is structured and optimized for AI-driven search and discovery experiences. - Stay informed on evolving search, AI, and digital marketing best practices and recommend new or different approaches. Marketing Technology & Analytics - Support the use of marketing automation platforms, including Market or similar solutions, to execute digital campaigns. - Develop regular performance reports and dashboards to measure digital marketing effectiveness. - Analyze website and social media analytics, providing actionable insights and recommendations. Internal Communications - Suggest ways to measure and improve employee engagement on internal communications channels. Education & Experience Required - Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field. - 3-5 years of experience supporting marketing and communications initiatives, preferably in the technology, telecommunications, aerospace, or defence industries. - Creative thinker with a keen eye for visual storytelling and digital content creation. - Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills. - Strong understanding of social media platforms, content strategy, and audience engagement. - Demonstrated success executing social media and content marketing strategies. - Experience managing corporate websites using WordPress or similar CMS platforms. - Experience with SEO best practices and web analytics tools. Knowledge of SEO principles, keyword research, and search performance measurement. - Exposure to marketing automation platforms such as Marketo, HubSpot, Pardot, or similar technologies. - Familiarity with AI-driven search optimization and emerging digital marketing technologies. - Familiarity with creative tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar platforms. - Experience in basic photography and/or videography would be considered an asset. Additional Requirements - Occasional travel may be required. Candidates must be able to work in Canada and obtain Reliability Status. ## #LI-NI1 ## About Telesat ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Telesat is a leading global satellite operator that designs, builds, and operates advanced satellite networks to deliver critical connectivity solutions for enterprise, government, telecom, maritime, and aeronautical customers. - **Entity Type**: Public (Nasdaq and TSX: TSAT) - **Headquarters**: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (with offices in Bethesda, US, and other global locations) - **Founded**: 1969 (often described as a "54-year-old start-up") - **Founders**: Not publicly available (established as a Canadian crown corporation originally) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Satellite Communications, Telecommunications, Space Infrastructure - **Target customers**: B2B, Enterprise, Government, Telecom operators, Maritime, Aeronautical, and Broadband service providers - **Mission or purpose statement**: Deliver critical satellite connectivity solutions that tackle today’s most complex communications challenges, connecting the unconnected and expanding the reach of transformational technologies. ## Products & Services - **Geostationary (GEO) Satellite Fleet**: A state-of-the-art global fleet of geostationary satellites providing reliable, high-capacity connectivity for broadcast, broadband, and enterprise customers. This is the legacy business generating current revenue. - **Telesat Lightspeed™ (LEO Network)**: A revolutionary Low Earth Orbit satellite network optimized for enterprise and government customers. Designed to provide ubiquitous, affordable, high-capacity links with fibre-like speeds for telecom, government, maritime, and aeronautical applications. This is the company's primary growth initiative. - **Technical Consultation & Support Services**: Industry-leading technical expertise and consulting services provided to satellite operators, insurers, and other industry stakeholders globally. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: $655.4 million market cap (as of recent data) - **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of CAD $418M (LTM) / GEO Revenue guidance for 2026: C$300M-C$320M - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Publicly traded company; specific institutional investors not listed in search results. Key partners include telecom, government, and enterprise customers globally. - **Growth Signals**: - Developing Lightspeed, a next-gen LEO network with 156+ enterprise-class satellites, fully funded for global service (US$3.8B). - GEO backlog of C$800M and LEO backlog of C$1.1B (Q1 2026). - Headcount growth of +14.6% YoY (+133 people), now employing 575 people. - Identified 4,500+ enterprise and government accounts globally for Lightspeed go-to-market. - IPO in 2021. ## Competitive Advantages - **50+ Years of Heritage**: A "54-year-old start-up" with decades of industry-leading engineering excellence and reliability, combined with a disruptive, innovative culture. - **Dual-Architecture Strategy**: Operates both a mature, cash-flowing GEO fleet and a next-gen LEO network (Lightspeed), providing stability and a future growth engine. - **Enterprise & Government Focus**: Lightspeed is specifically designed for the high-reliability, mission-critical needs of enterprise and government customers (a $320B addressable market), differentiating it from consumer-focused LEO constellations. - **Established Customer Relationships**: Long-standing, collaborative partnerships with customers globally, providing deep market knowledge and a strong sales channel. ## Strategic Focus - **Lightspeed Deployment**: The primary strategic priority is the launch and operationalization of the Telesat Lightspeed LEO network, targeting global service. - **Revenue Transition**: Managing the transition from legacy GEO broadcast/broadband revenue to high-growth LEO enterprise and government revenue. - **Market Expansion**: Leveraging the Lightspeed network to capture a share of the $650B LEO addressable market, with a specific focus on telecom, government, maritime, and aeronautical verticals. - **Talent Acquisition**: Actively hiring brilliant, inspired people to bring the Lightspeed network to life and continue innovating. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Described as collaborative, customer-centric, and innovative. The company values openness, honesty, and integrity. It celebrates diversity and supports community involvement through volunteerism and STEM initiatives. - **Work Environment**: Collaborative office spaces designed to foster teamwork and creativity. Remote options are available for some roles (e.g., Account Executive, Government Business Development Northern Europe is listed as remote). - **Notable Perks & Benefits**: - Highly competitive salaries with performance-based compensation and annual bonuses. - Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. - Parental and family leave benefits. - Generous paid time off, holidays, and flex days. - Retirement and pension plans with company matching. - Employee discount programs, social outings, and team-building events. - **Engineering Culture**: A strong legacy of engineering excellence. Employees work on one of the most ambitious communications challenges in history (Lightspeed). Co-op and internship programs are available for early career talent to learn from industry experts. ## Sources 1. [Telesat.com - Careers](https://www.telesat.com/careers/) 2. [Telesat.com - About Us](https://www.telesat.com/about-us/) 3. [LinkedIn - Telesat](https://linkedin.com/company/telesat.com) 4. [Telesat.com - Jobs](https://www.telesat.com/careers/jobs/) 5. 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