Activation Specialist

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

Rogers Sports and Media is looking for an Activation Specialist/Campaign Coordinator to cover a Maternity Leave and assist in developing and executing integrated campaigns across Music and News Radio Stations, Podcasting & Digital. Based out of our Calgary or Edmonton office, you will be part of a team of Activation Specialists that collaborate with cross functional teams to create and execute contests, sponsorships, branded content and integration campaigns of all sizes that our audience and clients love.

Reporting to the Branded Content & Integrations Lead, you are a curious and creative individual who loves being a part of a team; you’re detail orientated, agile, a self-starter, and you’re passionate about new and creative ideas that push boundaries. If you love media, making connections in the community and understand that a radio station’s superpower is engaging locally and delivering positive results for clients, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Please note this is an 18 month maternity coverage assingment.

What you will do:

• Coordinate campaigns as directed by Branded Content & Integration Leads & Managers

• Work collaboratively with Talent, Content, Revenue, and Production to execute campaigns ensuring all tactics are delivered and launch on time and within the expectations of our partners and gathering post-campaign insights

• Develop and execute promotional ideas and plans

• Support Content Directors as needed with contest setup, fulfilment and key on-site activations that enhance our brands

• Maintain project and tracking calendars

• Build proposals for internal and external clients

• Setup and lead station events and on-site activity

What you will bring:

• High attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills

• A solutions mindset and a flair for creative problem solving

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• A growing understanding of media consumption trends, behaviours and branded storytelling

• You are a self-motivated, team player with a positive attitude and a strong desire and passion to succeed

• Ability to work well under minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment

• Understanding of all social media platforms and best use

• Real world content and contest creation experience is an asset.

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, Photoshop, Premiere Pro and WordPress

• Must be willing to work flexible hours

• Must hold a valid Class 5 driver's licence (not GDL) and provide driver's abstract.

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Variable

Length of Contract: 12 Months

Work Location: 535 7th Avenue Sout West (811), Calgary, AB

Travel Requirements: No Selection

Posting Category/Function: Project Management & Marketing

Requisition ID: 309099

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation about how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ (https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/doc/custom/RCI/Recruitment_Process-FAQ-EN.pdf) .

Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check as part of the hiring process.

Posting Notes: Rogers Sports & Media

Location:

Calgary, AB, CA Edmonton, AB, CA

Being a Rogers team member comes with some great perks & benefits including:

· Health & well-being benefits

· Donation matching

· Paid time off for volunteering

· Wealth Accumulation including: Pension plan & Employee stock options

· Generous employee discounts

· Leadership development, Mentorship, and Coaching programs

*available for full-time and part-time permanent employees, some restrictions apply

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