
Description
Are you a communications professional with a passion for creating impactful and engaging content?
The City of Edmonton is looking for a Communications Coordinator to join the LRT Expansion and Renewal team. This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys the challenge of juggling multiple projects with competing deadlines. As a key member of the team, you will be instrumental in implementing and coordinating integrated marketing and communications plans, directly supporting a wide range of corporate, department and branch initiatives.
The Communications Coordinator works closely with the Research, Engagement and Communications (REC) team to provide essential marketing and communications services for the Integrated Infrastructure Services (IIS) department. In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating and implementing various elements of communications plans, from drafting news releases and web content to supporting social media and media relations activities. You will also assist in developing these plans and support outreach activities with internal and external business partners.
What will you do?
Assist with the implementation of integrated marketing communications elements and plans, including coordinating messaging for media and supporting senior staff with campaigns, events and publications
Draft and develop a variety of written content, such as news releases, web and digital content, newsletters and key messages
Coordinate and implement communications and public outreach events, and liaise with third-party vendors and partners
Provide support to external consultants and internal web and social media teams by developing social media posts and coordinating content for digital platforms
Gather technical information from clients and translate it into simple and effective marketing and communications products
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