Communications Officer; English Services; On-Site

Position Title

Communications Officer (English Services) (On-Site)

Permanent

English

English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced)

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

:59 PM

CBC Calgary is looking for a Communications Officer (Marketing, Digital and Events) to join the local Communications, Marketing and Brand team. The successful candidate will work with a team of other 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. This position reports to the Senior Manager, Communications and Marketing, and requires someone with a passion for CBC, a flair for connecting with people, and a willingness to entertain a diversity of thought and connections.

Yes, the role requires occasional travel.

• Implementing integrated marketing plans to promote our programming and the CBC brand across all platforms (Social, Digital, Radio, TV).
• Organizing events both internally and externally, virtually and in person.
• Executing fan engagement and outreach initiatives, brand activations and contesting, to foster ongoing relationships with audiences.
• Creating and executing creative social media strategies for established and emerging platforms that deepen our community connection and elevate a range of voices.
• Monitoring and executing campaigns, analysing performance and optimizing content.
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams and departments to aid, brainstorm and bring to life creative campaigns that attract target audiences and foster engagement.
• Research, review and source suppliers for CBC branded promotional materials.
• Research information regarding special projects, new initiatives and administrative matters.
• Carry out all other related tasks as needed.

• Three (3) years’ 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.
• Must be passionate about community and relationship building, and be connected to younger, more diverse communities.
• A strong desire to live and promote the values of diversity, inclusion and a respectful work culture.
• Experience in community event logistics and brand activation execution.
• Demonstrated customer service and problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to take initiative and demonstrate creativity as well as good judgment.
• Active and highly skilled on multiple Digital and Social Media platforms. Proficiency, understanding and a proven ability to write for different channels is required.
• Excellent working knowledge of Google Suite tools (Docs, Drive, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Meet).
• Eye for detail and a creative thinker.
• Flexibility in work hours as operations demand, including the ability to work shift work, including evenings, weekends and holidays, is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of local CBC programming.
• Knowledge of languages including but not limited to Mandarin, Tagalog, Arabic, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish or any Indigenous languages is considered an asset.
• Availability to travel for short periods when required.
• Post‑secondary certificate, diploma or a university degree in Communications/Public Relations or Marketing, or an equivalent combination of education, training…