MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR (1+ year Maternity/Parental Leave Fill)
Are you passionate about working with the community?
Urban Arts Architecture Inc. (UAA) is a full-service architectural firm that takes a creative, collaborative, team-based approach to our projects. Our work is defined by our compassion and our commitment to equity and community-building. We achieve this by:
• deep listening and responsive consultation;
• a design-driven process founded in learning, sharing and research; and
• innovative and sustainable architecture rooted in the land.
UAA are specializing in community and cultural projects across BC and Canada’s north and for many First Nations communities. Our projects bring our clients’ vision to life, honouring and respecting their unique values and voices.
We strive for local, practical, and cost-effective design and construction solutions that stand the test of time. We are committed to developing strategies that increase building performance and optimize social, operational, environmental and sustainability. Our design philosophy is rooted in the belief that architecture reflects the vision of its users. We work closely with our clients to realize their vision, creating sustainable facilities that ensure positive community growth.
We are a progressive company that provides a supportive, team-focused work environment. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive package of benefits. We are Living Wage certified employer.
Urban Arts Architecture Inc. is currently seeking a talented and enthusiastic professional to join our practice in Vancouver as Marketing and Communications Coordinator for a temporary 1+ year term contract to maternity/parental leave term placement (term contract period may be extended up to 18 months, with potential for permanent position afterwards).
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:
• Manage, coordinate and design high-quality proposal submissions to various clients (RFEOI, RFQ, RFI, RFP, etc.);
• Manage firm’s marketing and communications (website, social media, presentations, award submissions, etc.);
• Manage firm’s brand and promotional messaging. This also includes the creation and maintenance of promotional materials, including firm profiles, resumes, project profiles, presentations, and photographs for print and web;
• Coordinate and prepare award, conference and article submissions;
• Create strategic tools for proposal selection, tracking systems, etc.;
• Liase with copywriting, photography and design consultants as needed;
• Support internal operations and maintenance of Living Wage certification;
• Maintain organizational databases;
• Maintain company website and social media accounts.
SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE:
• A degree in marketing, business, communications, or similar post-secondary program;
• 2+ years at a similar role and experience in architectural, engineering, or similar consulting firm considered an asset but not required;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to convey complex messages succinctly and with clarity;
• Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines, handle pressure, and prioritize;
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment;
• Detail oriented with strong organizational, planning, and time management skills;
• Strong graphic design skills including proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office applications, proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
If this position is of interest, please send us a PDF version of your resume and portfolio to careers@urban-arts.ca, Attn: Ouri Scott, Principal, on or before June 20, 2022.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however, only those invited for interviews may be contacted.
Ideal start date: June 15th to enable two-week overlap (June 15th – June 30th) with current Marketing and Communications Manager.