Dream of working on SNL but Lorne just hasn’t called? Well, this job may just be the next best (or day we say, better?) thing!
As an actor/content creator at Papaya, you will be responsible for:
- Brainstorming new and exciting ways to sell our product, telling our brand story, and simply creating funny and engaging content people want to watch!
- Writing scripts, skits and ideas
- Acting in video content
- Collaborating with your fellow writers, editors and videographers to create the most engaging. content. ever.
We’re looking for a go-getting, team-playing, comedy-writing, actor/actress.
If you want to be paid to have fun, create, collaborate, and join one of the fastest growing e-commerce companies in Canada, we want to hear from you!
How to Apply:
- Email a link to your portfolio and/or Instagram/Tiktok to [email protected]
- Tell us why you’re the best person for the role!
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About Papaya:
We’re the growing e-commerce brand behind the cult-favorite Reusable Paper Towel – a sustainability-focused, forward-thinking company with a focus on a fun and inviting company culture!
Check us out on Instagram at www.instagram.com/papayareusables
Specifications of the position:
You will be required to be in person at our Young/Sheppard office from Tuesday-Thursday.
Our team has work from home days on Monday and Friday.
Papaya
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