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Actor / Content Creator

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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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