Communications Associate

McGill University•Montreal, QC

9d•CA$31 - CA$39•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager, Communications and Strategic Initiatives, this role supports communication services consistent with the Future Students Unit’s mission and objectives. This includes responsibilities in social media, email marketing, translation, graphic design, web, and multimedia. The associate will assist in the design, editing, and production of marketing and communications materials, offer multimedia support including photography and videography, and create and maintain digital communication platforms (web and social media).

Requirements

Must be a team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to contribute to the team’s overall success in a fast-paced environment.
Self-directed work habits, exhibiting initiative, drive, creativity, attention to detail, self-assurance, professionalism, and ability to meet strict deadlines.
Analytical mind and excellent communication skills.
Bilingual in English and French.
DEC III
3 Years Related Experience
Knowledge of English: Level #4 on a scale of 0-4.
Must be authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional French language writing and editing skills an asset.
Experience working in public relations, marketing, or higher education, an asset.
Experience working in email marketing, promotional writing, content optimization (SEO), and/or photography, an asset.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop is an asset as well as all Microsoft Office Suite products.
Demonstrated photography and/or videography skills is an asset.
Graphic design experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

Participate in client consultations to collect content requirements, assess specifications, and create a content calendar.
Propose and execute content strategies for social media (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube).
Assist in the design of websites, maintain content and produce social media feeds (e.g. Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), while ensuring information is accurate and complete.
Assist in developing content strategies for email marketing campaigns.
Research, write, edit and translate short articles, website copy, and email copy.
Collaborate with content optimization, student recruitment, and marketing specialists to define and implement best practices for writing tone and style.
Prepare and disseminate information concerning events through print materials, email, website, and posters.
Edit and proofread documents in various stages of production.
Research, crop or resize photos and liaise with Multimedia or Graphic Design Services for video, graphical or audio content.
Create a variety of multimedia products using specialized software and graphic programs.
Ensures standards and best practices are documented.
Compile statistics and data for inclusion in reports.
Update documents and reports, either in print or on the website.
Establish and foster effective working relationships by identifying needs and providing support in the delivery of services.
Attend meetings.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
Competitive vacation policy
Two (2) personal days
Two (2) floating holidays
Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
Paid time off over the December holiday period
Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits