Senior Coordinator, Digital Communications

The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television is the largest non-profit professional arts organization in Canada. We are dedicated to recognizing, advocating for and celebrating Canadian talent in the film, television, and digital media sectors. Our more than 4,500 members encompass industry icons and professionals, emerging artists and students. Collectively, we deliver professional development programs and networking opportunities that foster industry growth, inclusion and mentorship.

In everything we do, we seek to foster a culture of work that is creative and entrepreneurial but also grounded in a respect for processes and professionalism that ensures the integrity of our membership organization. As a growing organization, we are looking for team members who will bring an enthusiasm and growth mindset to their position.

The Canadian Academy is seeking a Senior Coordinator, Digital Communications with a background in social media, design, website management, and with high attention to detail. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Digital Marketing & Communications, the Senior Coordinator will work closely with the Academy’s Communications team and will be primarily responsible for managing a portfolio of social media accounts and providing support in the creation of promotional materials, research, and web support.

Specific responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating the creation of promotional materials (Academy newsletters, Membership Monthly, eBlasts, web content, digital signage, print materials)
• Execution and deployment of marketing and social media strategies across all brands
• Compiling social media statistics and web analytics
• Assist in the coordination of paid media on Google & Meta, UTM codes/tracking
• Ideation and deployment of editorial and promotional content on our brands’ social media accounts and act as the team lead on community management.is
• Providing social media coverage at events for the Academy, Prism Prize, and the MVP Project

• Performing support on regular website updates, maintenance, and support of Academy.ca
• Supporting various Canadian Screen Awards-related projects
  

Qualifications:

• Strong writing and proofreading skills and high attention to detail
• Strong organizational and project management skills

• Experience managing social media in a professional setting

• Computer skills:
• • Microsoft Office Suite / Google Drive Suite / Asana;
  • Knowledge of Squarespace / Wordpress / HTML / CSS coding an asset;
  • Knowledge of desktop publishing programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Canva, Microsoft PowerPoint is an asset;
  • Knowledge of video editing software (Final Cut, Adobe Premiere, CapCut, etc.)
• Strong graphic/web design skills
• Passion for social media, with knowledge of best practices and strategy
• • Experience with Meltwater, hashtags, paid campaigns, and analytics is an asset
• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a team environment
• Ability to work proactively and to be resourceful in a fast-paced environment under daily deadline pressures
• Knowledge of the Canadian screen industry (including film, television, and digital media)
• University or college graduate and/or experience in the field of Communications and/or within the screen industry
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Bilingualism an asset

START DATE: Immediately (August/September 2024)

SALARY: $41,000 - $48,000 per annum

Office hours are Mondays to Fridays, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A minimum commitment of 40 hours/week. Evening work will be required for special events throughout the year and during Canadian Screen Week.  At this time, Canadian Academy staff members are working full-time remotely from home but will be required to attend in-person events when needed.

All applications must be submitted through the Apply Now button on this page.

The Canadian Academy thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. The Canadian Academy is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from applicants who identify as Black, Indigenous or a person of colour. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free work environment, which extends to our recruitment and selection processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.