Market Public Relations Assistant
About The Position
TIFF is a charitable, cultural organization dedicated to presenting the best of international and Canadian cinema and creating transformational experiences for film lovers and creators of all ages and backgrounds in our home - TIFF Lightbox. Our mission: To transform the way people see the world, through film. TIFF: The Market will expand TIFF’s presence as a global hub for screen-based storytelling and reinforce its role as a global entertainment industry leader. It will connect creators, buyers, and audiences, while elevating Canadian and international talent and fostering collaboration across film, series, and innovative content. TIFF is committed to embracing diversity and treating all individuals with respect, dignity and fairness by removing physical, social and economic barriers to participation. We encourage you to reflect on the land that you are on, who the traditional keepers of the land are, what the treaty relationship is, or if it’s unceded territory. TIFF is located on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit and the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, the Wendat, and the Haudenosaunee. We are grateful to work on this land. We are currently hiring for the position of: MARKET PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT. Reporting to the Director, Marketing & Communications – Market, the Market Public Relations Assistant supports the Marketing & Communications team by serving as an initial point of contact for accredited media and any other press or delegates seeking information related to the Market at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) from September 10-16. A key responsibility includes ensuring requests are handled professionally, in a timely manner, and directed to the appropriate team members when necessary. The Market Public Relations Assistant may also support media monitoring and administrative duties as needed.
Requirements
- Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
- Professional and confident interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as required during TIFF: The Market.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with social media platforms and media monitoring tools is an asset.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a first point of contact for accredited media and stakeholder inquiries, responding to routine questions and escalating complex or sensitive requests to the appropriate member of the Marketing & Communications team.
- Assist with monitoring media coverage as needed.
- Support media accreditation for TIFF: The Market
- Assist with general, PR-related administrative duties on site at the MTCC
- Provide insights and support the Marcomm team’s reporting and administrative tasks post Market.
- Provide stellar customer service and represent TIFF: The Market in a professional manner
- Perform other communications and administrative duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
