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Marketing Assistant
Southport is looking for a Marketing Assistant Summer Student - Full-Time Term (April – September, 2024). Reporting to the Director, Business Development, the Marketing Assistant will work directly with the Marketing Team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a student to gain practical experience in the marketing area while contributing to exciting projects within a fast-paced environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assisting the Marketing Team with all marketing activities, including:
- Developing and executing marketing campaigns across various channels, including digital, social media, email, and traditional marketing.
- Assist in the creation of marketing materials, such as brochures, flyers, presentations, advertisements, and other literature.
- The production of a wide range of communications.
- Assist in maintaining and updating digital marketing platforms, including websites, social media profiles/sites and websites.
- Collaborate with internal teams, including properties, recreation, and recruitment to ensure marketing initiatives align with overall business objectives.
- Provide administrative support to the marketing department, including organizing files, scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and maintenance of databases.
- Help organize, coordinate, and attend marketing events, such as event launches, public relations events, and promotional activities, and
- Assist with the planning and execution of the Manitoba Airshow, including marketing efforts and day of the event activities (August 3 & 4, 2024)
- Supporting other Southport business units with a variety of tasks on site.
Position Requirements:
- Possess or be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field, preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and familiarity with graphic design software, i.e. Adobe in Design and Adobe PhotoShop.
- Basic understanding of digital marketing principles and social media platforms.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Personable, presentable, and articulate.
- Sound understanding of marketing principles.
- Strong administration, organizational and time management skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge in social media management.
- Experience with planning and executing events.
- Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
- Availability to work full-time during the specified duration of the internship.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team, with minimum supervision.
- Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
Prior to the commencement of employment, the successful applicant will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by providing a Government of Manitoba issued QR code and photo identification or providing proof of an exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination approved by the Government of Manitoba.
Join the Southport Team – as an employee of Southport, you will receive the following:
- Competitive Salary
- Complimentary Gym Membership
Interested applicants are invited to submit their application below.
Any questions regarding the job can be addressed to:
Southport Aerospace Centre Inc.
Attention: Human Resources
25 Centennaire Drive
Southport, MB R0H 1N1
Email: hr@southport.ca
Phone: 204.428.6031
This job posting will remain open until filled. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
