Communications Officer (English Services) (Telework/Hybrid)

CBC/Radio-Canada • Montreal, QC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

CBC is looking for a Communications Officer to join the local CBC Marketing, Communications and Brand team, based in Montreal. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Manager of Communications, Marketing and Brand for the Atlantic region and Quebec, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia. They will work with a team of communication professionals in a fast-paced environment to execute a variety of marketing/communications strategies, projects and brand events to support CBC’s digital, radio and television programming across English-speaking Quebec, as well as the Atlantic region: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador. This is a permanent position based in Montreal. This position is hybrid. An in-office presence in the CBC Montreal station is required, with the ability to travel and work at community events and locations across the region as required.

Requirements

• Three (3) years’ or more of relevant experience that demonstrates superior writing, editing and proofreading skills, a working knowledge of a wide range of communications and marketing materials, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to work under deadline pressures.
• Post-secondary education with certificate, diploma or a university degree in communications/public relations or marketing, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Passion for storytelling, relationship building and connection to the communities we serve across Quebec, including experience developing strategies to connect with new, younger and more diverse audiences, and understanding of the diverse and changing demographics of the region.
• Demonstrated knowledge of local CBC programming, and a strong desire to promote the values of diversity, inclusion and a respectful work culture.
• Superior writing, editing and proofreading skills and ability to adapt writing for different audiences and platforms.
• Experience in event logistics and brand activations, both in-person and virtual
• Ability to take initiative and work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating creativity as well as good judgment.
• Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects on tight deadlines and with attention to detail.
• Flexibility in work hours as workflow and deadlines demand, including ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays, as required.
• Availability to travel for short periods if required.

Nice To Haves

• Asset to possess a valid driver’s licence as well as a driving record that meets the minimum requirements of CBC/Radio-Canada's insurance company.
• Personal or professional experience working in / knowledge of the Atlantic region is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of languages other than English is considered an asset, particularly fluently bilingual in French.

Responsibilities

• Advancing strategic objectives to grow CBC’s connections with younger, diverse audiences in-person and online by collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate national priorities and support editorial objectives and journalism standards + practices.
• Developing, implementing and reporting on integrated marketing campaigns to promote CBC brand, programming and initiatives across all platforms (social, digital, radio, TV).
• Developing and implementing sponsorships, partnerships and community engagement events both in person and virtually, including taking part in negotiating, drafting and implementing partnership agreements and working closely with community partners, ambassadors and editorial colleagues on station initiatives/live remotes, outreach opportunities and stakeholder engagement.
• Supporting the development of marketing materials for various audiences including chat notes, community page posts, pitches, social media content, and newsletters, as well as involvement in and understanding of branding.
• Collaborating with editorial colleagues to manage host requests from various community groups, including assessing relevance and confirming scheduling.
• Supporting and nurturing relationships with internal and external partners including audience members, partner organizations and vendors.
• Liaison with Radio-Canada colleagues to support projects and inquiries as required.
• Researching and sourcing suppliers for CBC branded promotional materials.
• Coordinating orders, receiving, cataloguing and distribution.

Benefits

• Permanent position
• Hybrid work model
• Opportunity to work with a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree