We are looking for a communication specialist with up to five years of experience. If you have a degree or diploma in communications, journalism or digital media, and a passion for event management, the preparation of all types of communication collateral, social media analysis and more, we would like to hear from you.

• Liaise with clients and their target audiences
• Create content (write and edit web copy, blog stories, support video/podcast production crew)
• Write speaking notes and association presentations
• Lead on collateral, including but not limited to brochures, information sheets/fact sheets, case studies, briefing notes newsletters, magazines
• Organize and host virtual and in-person events
• Plan and support public engagement activities
• Manage social media accounts and help assess their impact
• Coordinate brand ambassadors
• Pitch and monitor media
• Measure the success of communication activities and recommend changes to programs to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Love a newsroom-style office where priorities change throughout the day
• Appreciate multi-sector experience to serve a wonderfully diverse client base
• Appreciate humour
• Enjoy human shortcuts and bring a willingness to work in our Banff office p/t
• Want to start work with us right away
• Have 1 to 5 years of work experience.

• A lifelong learner, educated in the field of communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing
• An exceptional writer, looking to strengthen their skills
• A problem-solver at heart, with sound strategic thinking and project management skills
• Articulate, with great business acumen and an appreciation for process design
• A creative thinker who handles change with a positive attitude and is graceful under pressure
• Client focused and an active listener with the ability to deliver multiple projects with a focus on quality and timelines
• Self-motivated, yet know when peer review and internal collaboration will lead to a better product
• Up-to-date on industry trends and understanding of new approaches that can make communications more effective
• Accreditation or membership in IABC and CPRS is considered an asset.

Grow with us. To apply, please send your resume along with a cover letter describing how your passions and our passions will make for a great match to michelle@shift-consulting.ca by Aug. 31, 2023. While we appreciate all applications, please be aware that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.