Now Hiring: Communications Coordinator (Summer Position) for the CCMA

POSITION: Communications Coordinator (Summer Position/Student Co-op or Internship)

ROLE OVERVIEW
The Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) is looking to hire a summer position specializing in communications.

This position will primarily be responsible for assisting the CCMA Communications Lead with all communications and marketing initiatives associated with Country Music Week 2018 and other CCMA programs. The position best suits candidates with an upbeat and flexible attitude with a desire to work in a small, fast-paced, not-for-profit environment that demands a team player approach.

The successful candidate will be required to travel to Hamilton, Ontario for Country Music Week 2018 from September 3 through September 10, 2018. The term of this contracted position is to commence May 1, 2018 and end September 10, 2018, and is located in downtown Toronto, Ontario.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The position’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

Maintain current database of Canadian country radio contacts and other industry partners
Be point-of-contact for Radio Row event as part of Country Music Week
Oversee paid distribution service for the CCMA Awards Program
Manage contest fulfillment packages
Respond to and track requests for donations
Respond to general inquiries about the CCMA, CCMA Awards and Country Music Week
Coordinate the preparation and distribution of media releases and CCMA member announcements and other communications deliverables
Coordinate the assembly and distribution of media kits and press materials
Assist with the research, development and implementation of social media materials
Execute social media communications plans while engaging and tracking followers and interactions
Research, fact check and gather communications materials as needed
Assist with media relations and communications at events prior to and during Country Music Week
Manage and maintain a media tracking system for CCMA coverage
Professionally and effectively interface with members, media, key stakeholders and the public
General duties and administration

QUALIFICATIONS
The candidate should have the following qualifications:

Presently working towards a diploma in communications, public relations, music management, or other applicable fields (preferred but not required)
Proficient with all social media platforms
Professional written and verbal communications skills; ability to produce a variety of written materials
Demonstrable editing and proofreading skills
Working knowledge of Canadian media landscape
Ability to multitask and effectively manage duties as assigned
Ability to work well in a team environment with constantly shifting priorities
Proven ability to work with confidential information
Strong attention to detail and above average organizational skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and comfortable learning new technical applications

ABOUT THE CANADIAN COUNTRY MUSIC ASSOCIATION (CCMA)
Established in 1976, the CCMA is a membership-based, not-for-profit organization committed to the promotion and recognition of Canadian country music. Built upon the foundation to educate, elevate and celebrate Canadian talent, the CCMA progressively heralds the spirit, community and creativity that country music fosters through year-round initiatives, culminating every fall with Country Music Week and the Canadian Country Music Association Awards.

The CCMA office is located in downtown Toronto and prides itself on its casual and friendly environment.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please send resume to: hiring@ccma.org.

Posting closes Friday, March 9, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. ET.

Please note that only those accepted for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls or visits please.