Marketing Communications Specialist

Smart Savvy; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in healthcare is seeking a Marketing Communications Specialist in Vancouver, BC. This full-time role requires strong writing skills and proficiency in various marketing tools, including WordPress and InDesign. The position offers a hybrid work schedule after initial training. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience and be self-motivated to elevate the organization's profile through strategic marketing initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in a related field.
• Strong writing, proofreading and creative skills.
• High attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of marketing strategies.
• Manage communications and marketing responsibilities.
• Ensure positive brand management.

Skills

Writing skills

Proficiency in WordPress

Proficiency in HTML

Proficiency in CSS

Creativity

Interpersonal skills

Education

Related education or 3-5 years experience

Tools

InDesign

Photoshop

Canva

Illustrator

Email marketing platforms

Job description

Are you a talented professional with demonstrable experience in traditional, social, and digital marketing and communications?

Smart, Savvy + Associates is pleased to partner with their client, a not-for-profit healthcare organization, in their search for a Marketing Communications Specialist. The right person for the role is self-motivated, able to develop and deliver strong, comprehensive marketing and communications plans. This individual is a strong writer with a positive, can-do attitude and proficiency in WordPress, HTML, CSS, Canva, InDesign, and popular social media platforms.

As the Marketing Communications Specialist, you will...

• Contribute to the development of annual marketing and communications strategy and plans that support business goals.
• Manage and carry out a diverse portfolio of communications and marketing responsibilities.
• Ensure positive internal and external brand management for the organization.
• Support the creation of various materials like writing and editing promotional copy, contribute to creative content, etc.
• Identify opportunities to elevate the organization’s profile via media and marketing channels.
• Coordinate media interviews with appropriate staff / organizational contacts.
• Produce and distribute press releases, media kits and related materials.
• Coordinate and manage social media buys, analysis and management.
• Manage external contractors, including printers, video / photographers, web developers and more for various projects.
• Develop content for and manage production ofnewsletters.
• Create and execute a coordinated social media presence on multiple platforms.
• Update and develop creative, brand-centric website content.
• Help develop donor engagement and stewardship strategy.
• Provide marketing and communications support for annual fundraising event and website.

You have...

• 3-5 years’ experience in a related field and / or related education.
• Proficiency in WordPress, HTML, CSS, InDesign, Photoshop, Canva, Illustrator and all social media channels.
• Strong writing, proofreading and creative skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Experience with email marketing and related platforms.
• A confident, articulate and concise demeanour when dealing with the media and public.
• Good interpersonal skills, able to build solid relationships with all kinds of stakeholders.
• Comfortable creating and presenting unique, creative ways to increase awareness and build brand.

Full-time, on site (Vancouver, BC) with flexibility to work a hybrid schedule once the initial, in-person training period is complete.

Interested in applying for this role? Polish up your resume and fill out an application on Smart Savvy's job board today!

About Smart, Savvy + Associates

Smart, Savvy + Associates is a recruitment agency that specializes in connecting companies across Western Canada with marketing, communications and creative professionals they need, from coordinators to C-suite. Based in Vancouver, BC, this team of marketers-turned-recruiters have an in-depth understanding of what it takes to find and hire best-in-class talent.

At Smart, Savvy + Associates, we believe diverse teams drive stronger results.

We’re committed to equitable, inclusive recruitment practices – both in how we work and in how we support our clients. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, we’re here to help – just let us know.

Together with our clients, we aim to build workplaces where everyone can thrive.

Are you legally able to work in Canada? (ex. Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident and / or Work Visa / Permit)

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