Social Media and Marketing Coordinator

We’re looking for a **FRESH & FUN ** enthusiastic Social Media and Communications Coordinator who has a passion for keeping up on all things social.

• *Skills Required**:
• Solid knowledge of marketing and social media concepts with a strong business sense
• Creative outlook with ability to follow brand guidelines and cater to target market
• Strong communication skills with the ability to pitch and express ideas clearly while working as part of a dynamic team
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and generate new ideas to advance the Urban Tactical brand
• Experience planning, preparing and executing off-site events, trade shows and in-store sales
• Demonstrated capability to work under pressure, meet tight timelines and change gears based on new business priorities
• Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail
• Confident, dynamic and flexible personality
• *Detailed Description**:
• Write, edit and schedule daily content for social media to engage and attract followers.
• Develop a digital editorial calendar and ensure deadlines are met.
• Coordinate and execute all external events (i.e. tradeshows, sponsorships, etc.) including maintaining relationships, developing schedules, delegating tasks, assembling materials and event follow-up
• Prepare reports, statistics, updates and proposals for new ventures to present in monthly Marketing Meetings
• Continuously learn about products, industry advancements, promotions from brands we carry/competitors and current events that affect our business. Participate in online training, classes and webinars to further knowledge
• *Qualifications**:
• Current knowledge of marketing and communications with a special interest in social media, content marketing and digital communications.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing messages to engage and delight our employees and customers
• Strong Computer skills
• Outgoing and friendly
• Story teller
• Degree or diploma in graphic design or fine arts from recognized institution; Degree or diploma in Business Administration or Marketing considered an asset
• Minimum three (3) years developing strategies, creating campaigns and posting content
• Applicant must submit portfolio of completed work to showcase ability
• Experience managing websites with Wordpress, Magento and FTP so
• Experienced managing integrated marketing projects.
• *Benefits**:
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Schedule

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate

• Winnipeg, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
• *Experience**:
• social or marketing: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location