Marketing & Communications Assistant

Harbour Air; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline in Vancouver is seeking a Marketing and Communications Assistant to join their team. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience in marketing campaigns, events, and communications. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic environment, supporting the brand's initiatives and enhancing professional skills. Candidates with relevant coursework or internships are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Previous internship or work experience in marketing or communications is preferred.
• Junior level or working towards a degree in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Support marketing campaigns and web updates.
• Assist with promotional events and calendar updates.
• Conduct external website audits and manage relationships with tourism organizations.
• Support graphic design and organize photo bank.
• Learn about KPI measurement through data analytics.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

Knowledge of social media platforms

Ability to multitask and prioritize

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business Administration

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Harbour Air is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Marketing and Communications Assistant to join our dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in marketing and communications within a fast‑paced and innovative airline. The successful candidate will work closely with our Marketing and Communications team to support various initiatives aimed at promoting Harbour Air’s brand, products, and Public Relations. Please note that this is an entry level position.

WORK HOURS: Office hours! Typically 9-5pm

LOCATION: Vancouver and as per the work-from-home policy

TERM: Full Time Temporary/Contract

DEPARTMENT: Commercial

Responsibilities And Expectations

• Marketing Campaigns – Supporting the marketing team in the execution of sales & marketing campaigns. Web updates, campaign planning and email support
• Promotional Events – Regular updates of our event calendars and selecting opportunities to become involved in our local communities. On‑site event support at our booth
• Communications – External website audit and working to update the company’s presence on a variety of websites. Relationship management with travel and tourism organizations
• Graphic Design – Supporting the graphic designer to organize our photo bank & support internal projects at our 12 bases. Organizing and shipping of collateral to internal and external organizations
• Learn about KPI measurement and performance through data analytics
• Strengthen professional, communication, and analytical skills

Qualifications / Assets

• Previous internship or work experience in marketing, journalism, communications, or public relations is preferred but not required.

Education

• Junior level or working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related fields of study (recent graduates considered).

Critical Capabilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) is desirable.
• Knowledge of social media platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook) and experience with social media management tools is a plus.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and contribute innovative ideas to marketing and communications projects.

About Harbour Air Group

• Launched in 1982, Harbour Air is North America’s largest seaplane airline. With around 500 employees, it flies more than half a million passengers annually both within BC and to/from Seattle, USA.
• Our people are the backbone of our organization, and we are committed to creating a culture that inspires one another to achieve extraordinary success. We have regularly been honoured as the recipient of numerous awards including BC’s Top 55 Employers, and Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Harbour Air is an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion and value a diverse workforce. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our customers and the communities we serve.

Harbour Air is committed to developing a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. Accommodations in relation to the job selection process are available upon request. If you require any accommodation, please email us and we’ll work with you to meet your accessibility needs.