Activation Specialist - Radio & Media

Rogers Communications, Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Ottawa is searching for an Activation Specialist to coordinate integrated campaigns for their Radio Brands. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for media. This role offers a full-time position within a diverse and dynamic team focused on creativity and innovation.

Benefits

Discounts on Rogers services and Blue Jays Tickets

Company matching contributions to charities

Employee wellness programs

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills to work with diverse teams.
• Experience with social media platforms and content creation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate campaigns ensuring timely delivery and partners' expectations.
• Support Content Directors with contest management and on-site activations.
• Collaborate across teams to execute marketing campaigns.

Skills

Highly detail oriented

Strong interpersonal skills

Creative problem solving

Understanding of media trends

Self-motivated team player

Social media knowledge

Content creation experience

Computer skills (Word, Excel)

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Photoshop

WordPress

Job description

Overview

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Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

Activation Specialist

Who we\'re looking for:

Rogers Sports and Media is looking for an Activation Specialist to assist in executing integrated campaigns that our audience and clients will love across our Radio Brands. Reporting to the Branded Content & Integrations Lead, this individual will be highly organized and have tremendous people and communications skills. In this role you will collaborate to create, plan, and execute on-air and online contests, sponsorships branded content and integration campaigns.

If you love media, making connections in the community and understand that a radio station’s superpower is engaging locally and delivering positive results for clients, we encourage you to apply for this position.

What you\'ll do

• Coordinate campaigns as directed by a Branded Content & Integration Lead, ensuring all tactics are delivered and launch on time and within the expectations of our partners, along with gathering post-campaign insights
• Develop and execute promotional ideas and plans
• Support Content Directors as needed with contest setup, fulfilment and key on-site activations that enhance our brands
• Work collaboratively with Talent, Content, Revenue, and Production to execute campaigns
• Maintain project and tracking calendars
• Build proposals for internal and external clients
• Setup and lead station events and on-site activity

What you bring

• Highly detail oriented with exceptional organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A solutions mindset and a flair for creative problem solving
• A growing understanding of media consumption trends, behaviours and branded storytelling
• Self-motivated, team player with a positive attitude and a strong desire and passion to succeed
• Ability to work well under minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of all social media platforms and best use
• Real world content and contest creation experience is an asset
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Photoshop, and WordPress
• Must be willing to work flexible hours
• Must hold a valid CLASS G driver\'s licence and provide driver\'s abstract

What\'s in it for you?

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including:

• Discounts: Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.
• Company matching contributions to charities you support
• Rogers First: priority in applying to internal roles of interest

Wellness Programs

• Homewood employee & family assistance program
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions
• Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes

Our commitment to the environment and diversity

• Work for an organization committed to environmental protection
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day

Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)

Work Location: Ottawa, ON

Travel Requirements: Up to 10%

Background Check(s) Required: Canadian Criminal Record Check and Driver\'s Abstract

Posting Category/Function: Marketing & Marketing Communication

Requisition ID: 311807

Job Segment: Network, Telecom, Equity, Telecommunications, Media, Technology, Finance, Marketing

Additionally, this role requires on-site presence for corporate employees: four days per week starting October 6, 2025, increasing to five days per week February 2, 2026.