POSITION SUMMARY:
Are you an outgoing individual? Are you secretly psyched about science? The Discovery Centre is looking for you to join its team as a Promotional Representative this summer.
Reporting to the Manager, Marketing & Communications, the Promotional Representative is responsible for implementing the organization’s promotional strategy to engage waterfront and downtown visitors creating awareness of the Discovery Centre and encouraging visitation.
The Promotional Representative is a highly motivated, high-energy individual with passion and experience for engaging the public in promotional activity.
RESPONSIBILITES:
- Pilot the famous Bubble Bike while generating excitement among families using demonstrations, handing out collateral material, and encouraging Discovery Centre visitation.
- Develop a promotional program with a calendar of activity focused on local events and waterfront activities.
- Distribute promotional material to hotels and neighbouring partners.
- Work with the marketing department to execute radio and social media promotions.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Full time enrollment in a post-secondary program for both the 2021/22 and 2022/23 school years (preferably studying Marketing, Public Relations, Science or Education).
- Previous promotional representation, retail experience or other relevant work experience.
- Works well independently and is accountable to a schedule of activity and deliverables.
- Great organizational and communication skills.
SCHEDULE & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- The Promotional Representative position requires a flexible work schedule which will include weekend and holiday hours.
- The Promotional Representative position requires time spent outside in a variety of summer weather elements.
Discovery Centre promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and embraces diversity. The Centre is committed to equity in its policies, practices, and programs, supports diversity in its work environment, and ensures that applications for members of underrepresented groups are considered for employment with the Centre.
APPLICATION:
Applicants should submit their resume, cover letter and references to noting the position name in the subject. All applications will be reviewed but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest.