Dog Tales Rescue & Sanctuary
Copywriter
Description
Opportunity:
We’re looking for a talented and compassionate Copywriter to join our Media team. This role is ideal for someone who loves animals and knows how to tell a powerful story that moves people to care, act, and share. You’ll craft compelling written content for a variety of platforms—from emotional animal rescue stories to polished donor appeals and engaging newsletters.
About Dog Tales Rescue & Sanctuary:
Dog Tales is a world-renowned dog rescue and horse sanctuary set on an incredible 50 acres of green fields, rolling hills, and wooded areas in King City, Ontario. Our picturesque location - complete with walking trails, therapy pools, and a grooming spa - is the perfect setting for abused and neglected animals to heal and be rehabilitated while they wait for forever homes. Along with medical care, our team provides all of the love, attention, and training that our rescue animals need to recover from their difficult pasts, so that they can move on to permanent, loving homes, which most do. For the rest, Dog Tales is home for as long as they need it to be.
If you would like to be part of an energetic and compassionate team, where you can make an impact and difference in the lives of countless animals, join us!
The Role:
- Write and edit copy for digital and print communications including newsletters, email campaigns, blog posts, and social media captions
- Develop storytelling pieces that spotlight individual animals, adoption updates, sanctuary initiatives, and rescue missions
- Collaborate with the media and marketing teams to align messaging across all channels
- Write donor and fundraising campaign content, including appeals, thank-you messages, and reports
- Assist with content for the Dog Tales website, event promotions, and public advocacy materials
- Ensure all writing maintains a consistent brand voice that reflects our mission, values, and compassionate tone
What You Bring:
- 2+ years of experience in writing, journalism, communications, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling and editing skills, with a strong grasp of emotional and mission-driven writing
- Ability to write for different audiences and formats (informational, persuasive, inspirational)
- Strong understanding of grammar, tone, and readability best practices
- Comfortable working independently and meeting tight deadlines
- Passion for animal rescue and a deep commitment to the mission of Dog Tales
What We Offer:
We believe in supporting our team with great perks that make work enjoyable and life easier:
- Competitive Salary and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary along with a solid benefits package, including health, vision, and dental coverage to keep you covered.
- Extended Healthcare: In addition to regular health benefits, we provide extra support for your well-being, including mental health resources.
- Free Staff Meals: Enjoy free daily meals while at work, making your day a little more convenient and enjoyable.
- Paid Vacation and Sick Days: Take time to relax or recover with paid vacation and sick days, because work-life balance is important.
- Employee Appreciation Events: We host regular events to celebrate our team and build a positive, fun work environment.
- GRSP: Contribute to a Group Registered Savings Plan to secure your future.
Schedule:
This is a full-time position with a schedule of 8 AM – 5 PM, five days a week, with occasional weekend shifts as needed.
Dog Tales Rescue & Sanctuary is committed to creating a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
If you require accommodations during the recruitment or interview process, please contact us at info@dogtales.ca.
Please note, this position is onsite. Additionally, reliable access to a car is necessary as there is no public transit near our facility.
A portfolio is required for this position. We thank all applicants in advance, and only those selected for an interview will be contacted.