Marketing And Communications Lead

You will work closely with senior professionals as we engage with our national network of 4,000 investors, 2,000 high growth companies and 100 venture funds, angel networks, business incubators and tech accelerators.

The right candidate will play a central role in helping us get out key messages to our national network and amplify the voice of visionary entrepreneurs as they work to gain rapid access to capital via our network of 4,000 investors and 100 of the country’s most prominent venture capitalists, angel collectives and entrepreneur-focused innovation hubs.

You will also have opportunities to amplify the launch of our NACO Academy library of investment-related content, engaging with North America’s most active angel investors and venture capitalists on educational content that synthesizes investment best practices. This role will raise your profile within the investor community and help you build a powerful network, while working closely with NACO’s CEO, Director and VP of Investor Relations in developing communications to our network of investors.

Join us and shape the future of venture investing in Canada.

Specifically, as Marketing and Communications Lead you will be responsible for planning, developing, and implementing NACO's marketing and communications strategies. This individual will work directly with the CEO and the team to create promotional materials and content for various channels, including newsletters, news releases and media engagements.

The successful candidate will be a highly creative individual with excellent writing skills and experience in developing marketing and communication strategies in the venture capital and private equity industries.

Our Values.

• Mission-driven. We are team players, show up whole-heartedly, and bring passion to our work.
• Growth mindset. We are collaborative, promote the success of others, win as a team, and are always reaching for next level success.
• Impact. We are committed to making a positive and meaningful impact on Canada's entrepreneurial ecosystem.
• Action-oriented. We strive for excellence in everything we do, while getting things done efficiently and effectively.
• Authentic. We communicate openly, trust and support one another, and are committed to the success of the team. Positive vibes only.

About You.

• You are a highly motivated, self-starter, with the ability to focus on the bigger picture impact without losing sight of the small details.
• You will focus on sequential steps that are connected to demonstrable objectives and actionable outcomes.
• You are collaborative, strategic, deliberative, and capable of making actionable recommendations when seeking input and feedback from other team members.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to develop multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of executing on events and high impact projects or programs.
• You are comfortable working independently, remotely and within a small team environment
• You have the ability to execute on projects rapidly, have a strong and capable disposition, are entrepreneurial at heart, and are prepared to lean in and contribute where needed, while collaborating with team members with positive energy.

Responsibilities.

• Collaborate with the design team to create visually engaging marketing materials, including print and digital ads, brochures, and infographics.
• Write and publish news releases, media backgrounders, news articles, blog posts, and white papers to promote NACO's activities and initiatives.
• Create and curate content for NACO's website, newsletters, and other communication channels.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of marketing and communication strategies, using data and analytics to optimize results.
• Develop and implement marketing and communication plans that promote NACO's mission and objectives, with a focus on amplifying the stories of our community.
• Participate in the planning and execution of NACO's events and conferences, including developing promotional materials and managing registrations.
• Manage NACO's media relations and act as the main point of contact with journalists and media outlets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business administration or related field
• Passionate about making an impact
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Take initiative, stay open to feedback, remain coachable, and be transparent with challenges and setbacks (and offer solutions)
• Mission-driven, passionate about your work, and an exceptional attention to detail
• Knowledge of the angel investing, venture capital and/or early stage startup ecosystem considered an asset
• No more than 5 years of experience in marketing and communications, with a focus on venture capital, innovation economy or related industries. Experience working within a fast-paced startup environment is considered an asset.
• A strong willingness to take initiative and work within a dynamic team
• Able to take direction with a positive attitude and professional disposition
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other systemic factors.

We welcome all applications and wish to thank all candidates for their interest in applying for this position. However, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

Benefits

Compensation: The annual salary range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000. This role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Other: This role is full-time and fully in person on-site at our office at 101 College Street, Toronto, Ontario. Core working hours are similar to the venture capital industry or Bay Street with evenings and weekend work, as required.