Brand Ambassador, Radio-Canada (On-Call) (French Services)

CBC/Radio-Canada•Toronto, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking promotional officers (brand ambassador) for Radio-Canada Regional Marketing Communications in the greater Ottawa-Gatineau area and regional Ontario to lead activations during French-speaking community events. Are you energetic, enthusiastic, cheerful and professional? Do you love working with the public? Then join our team for this assignment! Role: Conduct on-site activities promoting CBC/Radio-Canada French Services primarily to a French-speaking audience; transport and set up equipment on-site; hand out promotional material; and interact with participants and passers-by, providing them with information about the Corporation and its programming. A solid command of English is essential so that you can also engage with English-speaking attendees during the event. Create a memorable experience for Canadians to connect them with the brand!

Requirements

Energy and enthusiasm
Ability to be resourceful, proactive and trustworthy
Interpersonal skills and comfort interacting with people of all ages
Ability to speak French fluently
Ability to speak English, an asset
Driver’s licence valid in the province
Ability to travel across Ontario, including to Sudbury, Toronto, Windsor and Ottawa, as well as to Gatineau in Quebec
French (Reading)
French (Speaking)
French (Writing)

Nice To Haves

Experience as an audience wrangler
Knowledge or education in marketing communications, sales, theatre, film studies or any other specialization related to the duties described above
Knowledge of the media environment and the public broadcaster’s competitive advantages (different mandate from that of private broadcasters)

Responsibilities

Greet the general public.
Engage with the public to promote Radio-Canada products (e.g., regional and national programming across our platforms and apps), presenting standout content and encouraging people to check it out.
Help transport and set up material, and be responsible for Corporation equipment in the field.
Work with on-site contacts to ensure that security measures and public health guidelines are followed.
Complete the appropriate forms and documents to follow up on events; compile participant comments and feedback in summary reports, following up as required to help improve future events.
Help Radio-Canada stand out from the competition.