Communications Specialist - Vancouver, Canada - TED Conferences, LLC

TED Conferences, LLC

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Company Description
At TED, we seek to bridge, include, diversify because we truly believe ideas are for everyone.

It is important to us to attract individuals from diverse backgrounds who are curious about the world and interested in helping us spread ideas far and wide.

Job Description:

What you'll do

Contribute to an eventspecific conference communications plan (in collaboration with Audience Engagement Manager).
Work closely with internal teams to effectively communicate the conference program for maximum impact. Advise best practices, ensure TED branding guidelines are followed and manage deliverables.
Communicate timelines to relevant stakeholders and ensure all deadlines are met.

Qualifications:

Degree (preferred) or diploma in communications, or similar experience.
Experience working with MailChimp (or a similar program) to send campaigns required.
Experience writing clear, compelling copy in a brandspecific tone and voice.
Impeccable attention to detail when both reviewing and sending campaigns; able to spot grammatical errors.
Customer support experience (inperson and online) is an asset.
Experience with list management and audience segmentation.
Experience with Airtable is an asset (or similar collaborative management system).
Techsavvy, fast learner of new tools.
Stakeholder management: Can effectively communicate deadlines and deliverables; comfortable providing and receiving feedback.
Excellent communication skills: interpersonal, verbal and written.

Additional Information*Workplace conditions*- Physical: Repetitive movement of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Mental/Visual: Concentrated mental and/or visual attention; work involves performing tasks to very close accuracy and quality specifications.
Computer programs include MS Office, Mac programs, Google Docs, functional related databases.

In-office COVID protocol

Due to in-person meetings and occasional office requirements, proof of full vaccination will be required prior to acceptance of employment.

Job Type:
Contract