Marketing Communications Specialist

Smart, Savvy + Associates; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency located in Vancouver is seeking a Marketing Communications Specialist. This full-time role involves creating and implementing marketing strategies, managing extensive communications responsibilities, and developing engaging content across various platforms. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of relevant experience along with proficiency in WordPress, HTML, and strong writing skills. Benefits include a salary range of $70,000 - $75,000 and potential for hybrid work after initial training.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in a related field or related education.
• Strong writing, proofreading, and creative skills.
• Experience with email marketing and related platforms.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of annual marketing and communications strategy.
• Manage and execute communication and marketing responsibilities.
• Produce and distribute press releases and media kits.

Skills

Writing skills

Project management

Social media proficiency

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

3-5 years of experience in a related field

Related education

Tools

WordPress

HTML

CSS

InDesign

Canva

Photoshop

Illustrator

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 of newsletters.
• 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.
• Project management experience.

Additional details

70,000 - $75,000, plus additional benefits

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.