Manager, Marketing & Communications
Application Deadline:
Aug 13th, 2010 PDF Version:
Job Information
Organization Name:
Whistler Arts Council
Description:
As a member of the Whistler Arts Council team and reporting to the Executive Director, the Marketing & Communications Manager is a key staff member in delivering events and programs and driving the organization forward.
Responsibilities:
- The Marketing & Communications Manager reports directly to the Executive Director
- Manage scheduling, projects & deliverables for Marketing Team (Marketing Coordinator and Graphic Designer)
- Develop, implement and manage a communications plan for Whistler Arts Council and MY Place events and programs
- Develop, implement and manage a marketing plan for MY Place as a venue
- Develop a branding plan for MY Place to increase brand awareness and organizational visibility
- Develop social media plan
- Manage branding and graphic design for all WAC/MY Place events and programs
- Manage marketing budget
- Research new communication and marketing strategies
- Manage and write copy for www.whistlerartscouncil.com using Joomla
- Write and distribute media releases
- WAC spokesperson for interviews with media (print, radio and TV)
- Oversee publishing of communication materials
- Develop and maintain relationships with media
- Work with Development Manager to coordinate opportunities for sponsors
- Manage stakeholder relations with resort-wide communication partners, such as RMOW, Tourism Whistler, Whistler Blackcomb and Chamber of Commerce
- Ensure fulfillment of all contractual obligations between WAC and advertisers/printers
- Edit materials for Executive Director, Development Manager and Event Manager
- Oversee and coordinate event photographers and videographers
- Event support and assistance with specific responsibilities as agreed upon
- Develop and establish brand image
- Sit on WAC Membership Committee
- Give public presentations to business & community groups to provide an update of WAC developments
- Attend staff meetings
- Must live in Sea to Sky Corridor (Squamish, Whistler, Pemberton, Mt. Currie)
Qualifications:
- Completion of post-secondary degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related field
- 3-5 years experience in marketing, promotions, and/or communications
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Access, Powerpoint and Excel
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
- Prior training in graphic design
- Experience in research, writing, editing and web communications
- Experience media relations and social media
- Strong promotions development skills
- Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication and organizational skills
- Event planning and not-for-profit experience a bonus
- Potential candidates must exercise a high degree of self-sufficiency and must be able to demonstrate a positive attitude
- Must be able to prioritize and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Highly motivated individual dedicated to completing goals in a timely manner
- Ability to network and establish strong relationships with wide-range of stakeholders
- Experience working with artists, associations, public and private sector groups an asset
- Previous experience in marketing and publicity for events
- Ability to multi-task as WAC may be working on up to 5 events at one time
- Must function efficiently and effectively in a very busy event-based environment
- Previous experience in managing people and problem solving
- Must be able to work well with others and provide support when needed in the small office environment
- Position requires a very organized dynamic self-motivated personality
- Knowledge of Joomla an asset
- Passion for the arts
- Willingness to work flexible hours to include evenings and weekends as required
- Additional duties as required
How to Apply:
Please send cover letter, resume and 3 references to: Doti Niedermayer, Executive Director, Whistler Arts Council, PO Box 383, Whistler BC V0N 1B0 or director@whistlerartscouncil.com by August 13, 2010
Remuneration:
Dependent on experience. Please state salary expectations.
Contact Information
Name:
Doti Niedermayer
Email Address:
Phone Number:
(604) 935-8410
Website:
