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Event Coordinator

Location: 14603 118 Ave NW Edmonton, AB
Terms: Full Time Contract from May to August.
Compensation: $22 per hour
Requirements: Must be fully available July – September.
Reports to: Office Manager & Volunteer Coordinator

Due to grant funding, this opportunity is only available for students.

Job Brief:

We are looking for an event coordinator to assist with the planning and execution of meetings and smaller events leading up to the festival as well as the day-to-day tasks in the office and other projects as needed.

The ideal candidate should have strong written and verbal communication skills, have creative problem-solving skills, stellar organizational skills, have a great attention to detail and be a team player.

Skills & Competencies

Have proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suites, Google Workspaces and be quick to pick up new programs
Patience and works well under pressure
Well-organized with multi-tasking skills
Outstanding communication and negotiation ability
Able to handle stress and remain calm
Excellent problem solving and prioritizing skills

Responsibilities:

Understanding requirements for each event
Planning event with attention to logistical, financial and time constraints
Collaborate with Heritage Fest team on multiple ongoing projects
Coordinate with multiple stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of multiple tasks such as: set up, tracking, training and distribution of clover point of sale systems before the festival. After the festival: tracking returned systems and organizing systems to be returned
Some administrative duties related to tasks that include:
Answer telephones and respond to email inquiries from clients and participants
Create, compile, update, and export databases containing all information for each event
Answer potential and current stakeholder questions about our process, our facility and amenities
Process and file documents from vendors

Qualifications & Requirements

Some experience in event management
Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on organization's success
Education in related field

If you believe you are a potential candidate for this job, please send a cover letter and resume to chelsea@heritagefest.ca.

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Social Media Coordinator

Location: 14603 118 Ave NW Edmonton, AB
Terms: Full Time Contract from May to August.
Compensation: $22 per hour
Requirements: Must be fully available July – September.

Reports to: Office Manager & Volunteer Coordinator

Due to grant funding, this opportunity is only available for students.

Job Brief:

We are looking for a passionate, talented, and creative social media and marketing coordinator to develop engaging content and copy for multiple social media platforms that is representative of our mission and vision. Implement and maintain a strong social media strategy for our company.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of the best practices for multiple media outlets and experience using tools to monitor and assess the effectiveness of the strategy. If you are a detail-oriented, creative, tech-savvy individual with excellent communication skills, we would like to meet you.

Skills & Competencies

Solid organizational skills and detail oriented.
Able to create and deliver consistent, creative content (text, image, and video) that reflects our brand.
Working knowledge of online marketing strategies and marketing channels.
Ability to anticipate and use future trends in digital technologies and act proactively.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Solid multitasking and project management skills.
Critical thinker with strong problem-solving and research proficiencies.
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Creative mind with superb written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Implement and collaborate on marketing plans alongside the Marketing Team Lead and the Heritage Fest team that includes print, and online content.
Manage social media accounts’ layout and assist in development of a posting schedule for each platform.
Create content for each account that resonates with our audience and meets our organizational goals
Monitor trends in social media that can be applied to our account
Engage with the audience by answering questions, responding to comments as well as address praises and complaints.
Assist with in house development of marketing documents for the festival and other events
Collaborate with the marketing team lead on what is working and implement any pivots in strategy after assessment

Qualifications & Requirements

Prior experience as a Social Media Coordinator or a related role.
Expertise in multiple social media platforms.
Expert knowledge of Content Management Systems (CMS) such as Later or Hootsuite.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, and Canva.

If you believe you are a potential candidate for this job, please send a cover letter and resume to chelsea@heritagefest.ca.

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