Social Media Coordinator

Bandology is a proud Canadian non-profit dedicated to supporting more music for more kids via education, collaboration and community. We are looking to hire someone in the role of Social Media Coordinator to work collaboratively with the Bandology team to develop and implement social media strategies to grow our exposure and engagement.

About the Job:

• Responsible for social media marketing planning and activities
• Research, develop and implement a social media marketing strategy, identifying specific goals and measurable objectives, and implement tactics
• Work collaboratively with fellow staff to create posts, surveys and stories
• Develop a marketing and social media content calendar to promote our programs and services across a variety of platforms
• Foster engagement and interest with our followers across all platforms
• Attend events to generate video and photo content for future social media posts
• Coordinator with other staff members to capture content at events, workshops and other Bandology programs
• Coordinate, photograph and film testimonials from campers, parents, teachers and community members to publicize Bandology’s mission
• Collaborate closely with marketing staff to ensure effective communication, delivery and development of Bandology’s message
• Review, monitor and update the website as needed
• Participate in multiple weeks of Band Camp in July/August and ensure that all campers have a fun and fulfilling experience

About You:

You do not need to be proficient in every single item on this list, so long as you are willing to learn on the job!

• Enrolled or graduated from a post-secondary program specializing in marketing, digital marketing, social media, public relations, journalism or similar
• 2-5 years direct experience working in digital marketing, either paid or volunteer or as part of a co-op placement (not just as a user)
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills, and ability to follow a style guide
• Experienced in using all features in Instagram, Facebook, Tik Tok, LinkedIn and YouTube
• Experience creating and editing videos for social media
• Experience with graphic design software such as Canva, InDesign, etc.; enewsletter software such as Mail Chimp or Zeffy; and website software such as WordPress and related plug-ins
• Experience with Google Analytics and with Google Ads campaigns is a bonus

Skills to be successful in this job:

• Comfortable working independently from your own personal space (Bandology is a virtual office) with regular in-person meetings and events (as appropriate) and access to your own computer with reliable internet connection
• Experience with Google suite of programs, social media and public speaking
• A wide base of transferable skills including organization, time management, self regulation, collaboration and leadership
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively with the team
• Creativity – new ideas are welcomed at Bandology! 
• A background in instrumental music, whether from music class, piano lessons or personal interest would be useful
• A passion for music and a belief in the long-term value of music education would useful
• Camp experience, either as a camper or counsellor, would be useful
• A police check and adherence to our vaccination policy (all staff must be fully vaccinated) will be required for the successful candidate

About Us:

Bandology is dedicated to providing quality job experiences that allow young people the opportunity to develop a wide variety of skills in a safe and welcoming space, as well as the chance to pursue different aspects and applications of their passion for music and music education.

• An extensive onboarding program during the first week to learn about the organization, processes and procedures, and our culture
• A hybrid work environment with core collaboration hours and the ability to customize your working hours
• Remote work utilizing regular online meetings and a central Google Drive for files
• Attendance at weekly in-person meetings as well as additional training and regular community events and workshops, which often occur on weekends
• In addition to working with the staff team, staff may work with Board members from diverse backgrounds with varied experience who provide mentorship
• All staff work together collaboratively during Band Camp weeks (July 6-10, July 20-24, July 27-31, August 10-14) and are expected to attend in person for the full week

Steps To Apply:

Send your detailed resume to jobs@bandology.ca along with a cover letter that answers these three questions:

• Music is important to me because…
• I believe that the long-term value of music education is…
• A special talent that I bring to Bandology is…

Please ensure that your resume and cover letter are sent in a single PDF.

If you are interested in applying for multiple positions please only submit one application. Be sure to indicate in your application what jobs you are interested in.

Prospective candidates will then be contacted for an interview.

Job Details:

With funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program, this position runs for 16 weeks from May 4 to August 21 for 35 hours per week at a rate of $17.60/hour. Please be aware that in order to be eligible for this position, you must fulfill the Canada Summer Jobs requirements as laid out on their website. Bandology reimburses staff for any approved expenses or mileage and offers flexible working hours, professional development and training, and a lively, congenial working atmosphere.

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