EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY-Position: Advertising & Marketing Representative-Department: Hawk Radio

Summary:

Under the direction of the Hawk Radio Manager, this position is primarily responsible for helping businesses get their brand and messaging in front of our thousands of targeted local listeners. The Advertising & Marketing Representative is responsible for maintaining and growing client relationships, providing strong thought leadership, and driving business growth with a proactive approach.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide support for the Hawk Radio Manager,

• Work closely with the Disk Jockeys of Hawk Radio,

• Approach local businesses and offer tailored advertising products and solutions,

• Present custom advertising packages,

• Prepare compelling radio scripts,

• Close sales and submit orders in a timely manner,

• Follow up for repeat business,

• Develop and nurture your own client base with some leads provided by Hawk Radio, and Business Development,

• Regular planning, goal-setting, and submission of progress reports,

• purchasing or marketing items,

• Applying for related grants,

• Monthly Reports to the Business Development Senior Manager

Additional Responsibilities:

• Schedule meetings as required, report accordingly,

• Represent SCN at external meetings, forums and workshops as assigned,

• Perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with policies, standards, protocols and procedures of the SCN as directed,

• Contribute effectively as a team member to the overall plans and objectives of SCN,

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary in the performance of the position, and as assigned by the Consultation Coordinator, and/or the Business Development Senior Manager.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of and established connections in Maskwacis, Ponoka, & Wetaskiwin; connections within the Indigenous Alberta are also valued.

• Experience working in Indigenous communities and a demonstrated in-depth knowledge of Indigenous worldviews, cultural practices and protocols,

• Previous experience in advertising sales (radio, television, print) with a proven track record of success would be an asset.

• Passion for news, rock music, and local talk

• Independent, motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Ability to record accurate notes, and record keeping,

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong active listening skills,

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain successful and effective relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts,

• Has an understanding of Samson Cree Nation culture, demonstrates cultural competency and sensitivity towards SCN cultural traditions with the ability to use sound judgment and diplomacy in high stress/conflict situations,

• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality at all times,

• Valid Driver’s License.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or similar field

• Clear Criminal Record Check

• Must Submit a Resume,

• Ability to speak/and or understand the Cree language is considered an asset

CLOSING DATE: August 8, 2024 @ 4:00 pm

INTERVIEWS: TO BE ANNOUNCED

ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE SCREENED

***All applicants will be screened to be considered for this position ***

You must submit all necessary documents.

(Application, Cover Page, Resume, Certification/Licenses, Criminal Record Check, Driver’s License)