Senior Account Associate, Corporate Communications

About Talk Shop:

Talk Shop is an international full-service, integrated communications agency redefining content to help organizations get known and be understood. Our purpose is to spark meaningful conversations that resonate and endure through innovative communication strategies in public relations, corporate communications, and digital media.

We value bright ideas and are always looking for smarter ways to work. Our team is made up of smart, driven, kind people who celebrate each other’s successes and learn from our mistakes. Our team enjoys perks like flexibility, paid time off for volunteer days, learning and development sessions and competitive pay.

Location:

This is a market-specific role. Candidates must be based in Vancouver. We are currently operating under a hybrid model of work-in-office and work-from home. As both team and client interactions are important in this role, some in-office presence, as well as being on-site for client work, will be required.

About the role:

As a Senior Account Associate, Corporate Communications you will be a key member of our Corporate Communications and Public Affairs team, contributing to the success of our clients across a variety of industries, particularly in the natural resources, mining, healthcare, and government sectors. We are looking for a strong executor and skilled writer, with experience in digital asset creation, experience in media relations, and have experience working in a fast-paced environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career while being supported by our award-winning team.

A Day in the Life of a Senior Account Associate, Corporate Communications:

• Support in building smart corporate communications strategies that make an impact for our clients and meet business objectives
• Develop and support in developing content, events and activations and support outreach for advocacy and community engagement campaigns including the amplification of these activities through media and external communications
• Monitor media and public policy daily to track media mentions, relevant news coverage and acting on reactionary opportunities
• Build and maintain thorough, relevant, and up-to-date media lists
• Craft succinct and compelling pitches with a strong news angle
• Secure media coverage from pitches sent
• Find and track the coverage secured so we can share the great news with our clients
• Tailor pitches and pitching practices to intended outlet/journalist
• Produce error-free coverage reports, including relevant and accurate metrics (ad values, impressions, etc.)
• Draft and edit marketing copy for social media campaigns, print and digital assets
• Oversee graphic design projects and coordinate with in-house and third-party designers
• Coordinate and manage videography and photography shoots, including storyboard drafting and script writing
• Come up with bright ideas and solutions – if your pitch hasn’t landed, you’ll drive a discussion about why it may not have worked so that you and the account team build a plan on how we can move forward
• Strategize new ideas and ways of thinking if faced with a challenge or potential hurdle
• Can provide strong in-the-moment recommendations to a client or internally
• Coordinate events and activations when required
• Additional duties and responsibilities as needed

What you’ll bring:

• Minimum of 2-4 years of PR/communications/digital marketing experience, either at an agency or in-house
• Excellent copywriting skills – across marketing, digital and communications needs
• Proven track record pitching media to secure media coverage – tell us or share some of your greatest success stories
• Knowledge of the media and political landscape – we want to hear about what media you’re reading on a daily basis and who your favourite reporters are
• Strong knowledge or experience in communications or marketing
• Exceptional creativity – a great eye for a story, and the ability to come up with creative ways to use communications to engage stakeholders
• Industry awareness - a great understanding of the above mentioned industries, current news and policy updates that could impact our clients and the way we communicate about them externally
• Marketing skillset with experience in asset development and crafting marketing copy
• Resourcefulness - you always seek to find the answer before turning to a colleague
• Ability to manage priorities and balance a deadline-driven workload with complete accuracy
• Extreme attention to detail and staying organized – you take pride in the high-quality, client-ready work you produce
• Excellent interpersonal skills – the ability to contribute to a high-performing team environment
• The Talk Shop team values humility, ingenuity, humour, and integrity. We think you’ll be a great fit if you love to see your hard work come to fruition, celebrate achievements, and connect with your team

Total Rewards:

Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness. We offer a salary in a range between $65,000-$75,000 annually, and will be based on relevant experience. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and wellness programs.

After 3 months of employment, the individual will be entitled to Talk Shop’s benefits program, which includes:

• Enrollment in an extended health, vision/dental plan
• Annual $500 flexible health spending account
• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• Ability to work remotely
• Sick days and personal days
• Partial mobile phone reimbursement
• Annual performance reviews

Talk Shop is committed to having ongoing conversations with candidates and our team to ensure accessibility needs are accommodated. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity in all its forms. We encourage individuals from minority backgrounds to apply for our open positions, as we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective goals. Successful candidates will be contacted and while we appreciate the time required to apply, we ask that no applicants call the office to follow up.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Important Notice: Please be aware that Talk Shop Media does not engage with potential candidates via social media platforms or WhatsApp for job-related communications. Any such contact should be considered suspicious and disregarded. All official communications regarding job opportunities will be conducted through established channels, such as email or phone calls from verified Talk Shop Media representatives. Thank you for your understanding.