Public Relations Representative - Canada Summer Jobs

Public Relations Representative

Tasks:

Social Media Management

• Manage and update the museum’s social media accounts by creating engaging posts, stories, and educational content to promote upcoming events and programs.
• Develop fun posts showcasing the museum’s collections, historical facts, and general museum information.
• Create pre-planned posts using Meta Business Suite for consistent scheduling.
• Create a short promotional social media series leading up to the Forest Festival, highlighting nature education, outdoor activities, and environmental awareness connected to the event.
• Create a short promotional social media series leading up to the Reenactment, highlighting historic education, historic activities, and information connected to the event.

Event Poster Design & Distribution

• Design visually appealing posters for museum events and programs and distribute posters to community partners, local businesses, and public venues.

Off-Site Event Representation

• Attend off-site events to represent the museum, distribute promotional materials. Act as a spokesperson for upcoming events, exhibits, and museum initiatives.
• Assist in designing parade floats (e.g., Canada Day).

Website Updates

• Regularly update the museum’s website with new event information, news, and educational content.

Free Event Listings

• Post museum events on local event listing websites to increase visibility and community engagement.

Video & Photography Creation

• Capture photos and videos of the village, events, exhibits, and activities for promotional use.
• Edit videos and create engaging content for social media and the website.
• Produce short behind-the-scenes clips and Reels to showcase museum activities.

Educational Tutorials

• Create engaging educational tutorials suitable for all ages, artifact-based or craft-based, to support hands-on learning and historical understanding.

Site Preservation & Event Support

• Assist with minor repairs and upkeep of Heritage Village buildings under supervision to ensure spaces are safe and functional for events and content making.
• Support setup and preparation of the village for photography and video content, ensuring areas are visually appropriate and in good condition.
• Work with staff to maintain the site during events, assisting with any minor adjustments or repairs.

Responsibilities

Museum Representation & Promotion

• Represent the museum at community events, sharing information.
• Promote museum events through posters, digital content, and social media.
• Help with front desk, gift shop operations, and using the point-of-sale system.

Content Creation & Visual Design

• Create and curate digital content (photos, videos, graphics) to promote museum events and initiatives.
• Ensure all visual materials follow museum branding and messaging.

Educational Social Media Engagement

• Share engaging posts about collections, history, and museum programs.
• Create one promotional content series leading up to the Forest Festival, focusing on nature-related educational activities featured at the event.

Community Engagement

• Build positive relationships with community partners, organizations, and local businesses to increase awareness of museum events.

Website & Event Management

• Ensure all event information is accurate and consistent.
• Regularly update online platforms to keep the public informed.

Creative Contributions

• Contribute fresh ideas for marketing campaigns, seasonal promotions, and community engagement strategies.
• Bring creative concepts forward for event promotions and museum storytelling.

Video Content Creation

• Produce creative video content for social media and the website.
• Capture and edit highlight videos of events, exhibits, and activities.
• Create short video stories that increase interest and community engagement.

Site Preservation & Event Support

• Assist with minor repairs and upkeep of Heritage Village buildings under supervision to ensure readiness for photography, video, and public events.
• Help maintain the site during events, making minor adjustments as needed while adhering to preservation standards.

Must be able to meet all the criteria of Canada Summer Jobs:

· Are a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident or have refugee status in Canada (non-Canadians holding temporary work visas or awaiting permanent resident status are not eligible).

· Are legally entitled to work in Canada (have a valid social insurance number).

· Are between 16 and 30 years of age inclusively at the start of employment; and

Essex County, nestled at the southernmost tip of Ontario, stands as a remarkable region with its thriving food tourism industry and a captivating array of historical landmarks. Delve into history at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum or immerse yourself in artistic wonders at the Windsor Art Gallery. Museums like Museum Windsor’s Chimczuk, Baby House and the Windsor Aviation Museum add depth to the cultural experience, while Point Pelee island provides a serene escape. The region comes alive with festivals, car shows, folk festivals, fairs, and exciting bike tours. Nature enthusiasts can relish outdoor trails and indulge in an abundance of other engaging activities that Essex County offers.

Candidates with a disability, aboriginal youth, visible minorities, and new Canadians are encouraged to apply for employment with the CTMHV and will be given the same consideration as all other candidates. The CTMHV does not discriminate against any candidates and all applicants will be treated with respect and equal consideration.

Orientation and Health and Safety Training will be provided to each successful candidate.

How to Apply: Please apply through Indeed

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $17.80 per hour

Application question(s):

• Are you a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident or have refugee status in Canada
• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada (have a valid social insurance number).
• Are you between 16 and 30 years of age inclusively at the start of employment
• Are a high school, college, CEGEP, or university student.

Work Location: In person