Marketing Assistant full-time

York is a leading international teaching and research university, and a driving force for positive change. Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, we are preparing our students for their long-term careers and personal success. Together, we can make things right for our communities, our planet and our future.

In this role you will plan, develop and coordinate the implementation of comprehensive and innovative marketing and promotional plans in support of organizational goals and objectives. You will work on a diverse and varied set of marketing execution activities including the design, creation and distribution of various promotional materials. As the Marketing Assistant you will conduct market research and trend analysis of various programs. You will work very closely with the Manager to ensure that brand guidelines are being followed on all marketing material and communication channels.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will bring the following:

A Community College diploma in business/marketing and three (3) year’s recent related marketing experience in a high-volume customer focused environment. Experience developing marketing plans required. Experience in developing, coordinating and producing promotional and marketing material required. Experience with databases and design software is required. Experience with digital marketing and social media platforms and their use in a marketing context is required. Experience setting up social media campaigns and paid advertising (i.e., LinkedIn Sponsored Updates, Facebook and Twitter campaigns) required.