Full-Time

Website and Social Media Manager

Updated on 9/9/2026

Telesat

Telesat

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides satellite capacity and consulting services

No salary listed

Ottawa, ON, Canada

Hybrid

Occasional travel may be required.

Canada Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
Social Media (1)
Required Skills
Communications
Adobe Creative Suite
WordPress
HubSpot
SEO
Canva
Marketing

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Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.
  • Three to five years of experience supporting marketing and communications initiatives, preferably in the technology, telecommunications, aerospace, or defence industries.
  • Strong writing, editing, proofreading, visual storytelling, and digital content creation 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 content management systems.
  • Experience with SEO best practices and web analytics tools, including 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.
  • Candidates must be able to work in Canada and obtain Reliability Status.
Responsibilities
  • Create written and multimedia content for internal and external use with the marketing and communications team.
  • Lead the shared marketing and communications content calendar.
  • Ensure content reflects Telesat's brand voice.
  • Co-create, schedule, publish, and monitor social media content on LinkedIn and X.
  • Develop social media copy and collaborate on visual and multimedia assets.
  • Monitor social media trends and competitor activity to identify engagement opportunities.
  • Track and analyze social media performance and recommend improvements to reach, engagement, and audience growth.
  • Manage and maintain the corporate website using WordPress.
  • Support content publishing and website enhancement initiatives with internal stakeholders.
  • Optimize web pages, landing pages, blogs, and other digital content, including H1 and 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 and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Develop and implement SEO strategies to improve search visibility, organic traffic, and content performance.
  • Conduct keyword research, content optimization, technical SEO coordination, and performance monitoring.
  • Support AI optimization initiatives for AI-driven search and discovery experiences.
  • Stay informed about search, AI, and digital marketing best practices and recommend new approaches.
  • Support marketing automation platforms to execute digital campaigns.
  • Develop performance reports and dashboards to measure digital marketing effectiveness.
  • Analyze website and social media analytics and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Suggest ways to measure and improve employee engagement on internal communications channels.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in the technology, telecommunications, aerospace, or defence industries.
  • Basic photography and/or videography experience.

Telesat operates a global satellite communications network, providing satellite capacity and consulting to governments, telecom operators, and enterprises. It uses both geostationary (GEO) and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites, including the Lightspeed LEO constellation, to deliver wide-area connectivity. Services include inflight and maritime connectivity, as well as connectivity for oil and gas and corporate networks. Revenue comes from long-term contracts and service agreements. Its Lightspeed network aims to offer high-speed, low-latency links, enhancing overall performance. The company differentiates itself by combining GEO and LEO assets and by offering end-to-end connectivity solutions through a mix of satellite capacity and advisory services, targeting a diverse set of industries worldwide. The goal is to provide reliable, global communications with predictable service through long-term customer relationships.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Ottawa, Canada

Founded

1969

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • August 2026 financing added $120 million liquidity ahead of December maturities.
  • Lightspeed financing includes $2.14 billion Canada and $400 million Quebec government support.
  • March 2026 guidance kept Lightspeed spending at $1.0 billion to $1.2 billion.

What critics are saying

  • June 30, 2026 filings show $2.7 billion GEO debt current, due December 2026 to October 2027.
  • Telesat warned of material uncertainty; refinancing failure risks GEO restructuring before year-end 2026.
  • GEO revenue fell 27% in 2025, leaving Lightspeed dependent on government funding.

What makes Telesat unique

  • Telesat balances GEO cash flows with Lightspeed LEO, unlike pure-play constellation peers.
  • September 2, 2026 Farcast milestone advances integrated user terminals for Lightspeed.
  • Canada’s 15-year Arctic defense contract gives Telesat sovereign, mission-critical demand.

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Remote Work Options

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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

15%

1 year growth

15%

2 year growth

15%
Financial Post
Aug 13th, 2026
Telesat secures $120M loan as $2B debt maturity looms, shares plunge 13%

Telesat has secured a $120 million loan as it faces looming debt obligations, with shares dropping 13% following the announcement. The Canadian satellite operator stated in a Thursday filing that it believes existing debt will be managed to allow its GEO business to continue operations. However, the company warned of "material uncertainty" regarding Telesat GEO's debt maturities due in December 2026. The filing acknowledged substantial doubt about the division's ability to meet debt obligations when they come due, though the company provided no guarantee of successfully addressing these challenges. The development highlights mounting financial pressure on the satellite communications provider as it navigates its debt structure.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 7th, 2026
Telesat secures $1.7B Arctic satellite contract for Lightspeed network

Telesat's subsidiary has secured a C$2.3 billion, 15-year Arctic connectivity contract under Canada's Enhanced Satellite Communications Project. The agreement will fund 69 Lightspeed satellites. The announcement follows strong stock performance, with shares gaining 44.44% over seven days and 85.46% year-to-date. The stock now trades at $54.08. Telesat currently operates at a loss of $185.31 million on revenue of $388.27 million. The company's price-to-sales ratio stands at 3x, above peer and US telecom industry averages of 1.9x and 1.4x respectively. However, Simply Wall St's regression model suggests a fair P/S ratio of 6.9x, indicating potential upside if forecast revenue growth materialises. The contract prompted a special investor call.

Telesat
Nov 4th, 2025
Telesat invests US$5 million in Farcast to develop fully integrated User Terminals for Telesat Lightspeed satellite network | Telesat

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StreetInsider
Nov 4th, 2025
Telesat invests $5M in Farcast partnership

Telesat has invested $5 million in Farcast to develop integrated User Terminals for the Telesat Lightspeed satellite network. Farcast will deliver a Flat Panel Antenna User Terminal integrated with the Telesat Lightspeed modem, with production planned for 2027. Telesat will also join Farcast's board. Farcast's technology offers reduced Size, Weight, Power, and Cost, enhancing Telesat's value proposition. Farcast is raising a $10 million Series Extension to support commercial manufacturing.

StockTitan
Sep 13th, 2024
Telesat Completes $2.54 Billion Funding Agreements for Telesat Lightspeed Satellite Constellation with Strong Government Backing | TSAT Stock News

Telesat secures $2.54B funding for Lightspeed satellite project, aiming to bridge global digital divide. Learn how this Canadian-backed initiative plans to expand internet access and create jobs, with launches set for 2026.