Marketing & Communications Officer

Role Overview

The Marketing & Communications Officer will work collaboratively with the University Marketing and Communications team and the Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute (CCOVI) to plan and execute CCOVI communications and marketing activities. The role will communicate the value, outcomes, and impact of CCOVI research and innovation to academic, industry, government, and public audiences.

What You Will Do

The Marketing & Communications Officer will write news stories, pitch story ideas to news media outlets, maintain content across CCOVI’s social media and digital communication channels, and produce strategic communications and marketing materials.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have strong writing and editing skills, experience in news media or media relations, and the ability to translate complex scientific information into engaging content for diverse audiences.

Requirements

• An undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (i.e., Communications, Marketing Research, Journalism or Public Relations)
• A minimum of two (2) years of news media or media relations work experience, preferably in a non-profit environment
• A valid G class driver’s license and an acceptable driver’s abstract
• Strong writing and editing skills with demonstrated proficiency in copywriting
• Experience translating complex scientific, technical or research-based information into engaging content for diverse audiences
• Sound knowledge of publishing and digital content processes
• Working competence in editorial-style photography and videography, and in distributing that imagery on websites, through social media and with media releases
• Advanced understanding of content formats and approaches that relate to the news media’s challenges, preferences and requirements
• Knowledge of news, issues and trends in the grape and wine industry
• Strong project management, brand management and marketing research skills
• Strong understanding of traditional, online and social media, with the ability to stay current on social media trends
• Solid computer application skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word Processing, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Adobe Acrobat, web applications and social media platforms)
• Excellent production and design skills using Microsoft Office Publisher or Adobe Creative Suite 2 or higher, including Photoshop
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in narrative and/or media styles
• Solid relationship management skills with the ability to exercise discretion, diplomacy and tact when dealing with internal and external partners
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a proven ability to multi-task to meet deadlines
• Extremely adaptable, flexible, nimble and responsive to meet changing demands and conflicting priorities

Benefits

• Health & Dental Benefits: Comprehensive extended health, dental, and vision coverage
• Pension Plan: Enrolment eligibility in the Brock University Pension Plan
• Vacation: Up to 3 weeks per year, in addition to University holidays
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work schedule available

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