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. Please note that we are open to tailoring the role based on the successful candidate’s experience, with the flexibility to position it as either a strategist or coordinator function.

• Critical thinking
• Liaising with clients
• Developing and implementing marketing and communications plans
• Creating original content in all forms— social media posts, newsletters, blogs, briefing notes, and more
• Producing annual reports and business plans
• Working closely with our designers to develop corporate collateral with an opportunity to utilize personal design skills in Canva
• Organizing and hosting virtual and in-person events and engagement activities
• Managing and assessing the performance of client social media accounts
• Pitching, monitoring, and reacting to media; including curated press conferences
• Overseeing podcast and video production
• Measuring the success of communication activities and recommending changes to programs to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Enjoy a fast-paced, open concept office where priorities change throughout the day
• Bring multi-sector experience, innate curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning
• Live in the Bow Valley with a willingness to work in person in our Banff-based office
• Have 1 to 3 or 5-10 years of work experience (we’ll consider both ranges and adjust the role to fit the right person).

• Professionally educated in the field of communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing
• A problem-solver at heart, with sound strategic planning and project management skills
• An exceptional writer
• Articulate, with strong 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–an active listener with the ability to deliver multiple projects with a focus on quality and timelines
• Self-aware, understanding when peer review and internal collaboration will lead to a better product
• Up-to-date on industry trends and committed to innovate approaches that can make communications more effective
• Accredited or a member of IABC or CPRS.

Shift is a growing, full-service integrated marketing and communications boutique based in Banff, Alberta. We offer our clients services ranging from internal communications to public engagement and marketing. We’re best known for issues management and our ability to see a challenge from all sides. Our clients range from small non-profits with big vision to medium-sized municipalities to market-leading companies that are making the lives of Albertans and Canadians better.

Shift’s services include:

• Communications planning and execution: internal and external
• Issues management and crisis communication
• Facilitation and leadership training with a focus on communication skills development
• Public relations support/reputation management
• Media relations/coaching and training
• Writing and content creation (from annual reports and blogs to social media and podcasts and everything in between)
• Behavioural change marketing campaigns and collateral
• Government relations
• Community outreach activities
• Public engagement and consultation.

To apply, please send along your resume along with a cover letter why you’re a great fit for Shift to
michelle@shift-consulting.ca by March, 20th.

While we appreciate all applications, however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.