Public Relations Coordinator Jobs

ACTRA (Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists) is the national union of over

28,000 professional performers working in English-language recorded media in Canada, including

TV, film, radio, and digital media.ACTRA’s principal role is to negotiate, administer and enforce

collective agreements to provide performers with equitable compensation as well as safe and

reasonable working conditions.

Do you want to work with a dedicated team of professionals? If so, come join the movement -you’ll be in good company.

ACTRA Montreal is seeking a full-time:

Public Relations Coordinator (Bilingual: French/English)

Position Scope:

Under the direction of the Branch Manager, the Public Relations Coordinator will work in collaboration with the ACTRA Montreal and National teams to ensure the efficient operation and highest standard of service.

Responsibilities:

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Post-secondary diploma/certificate and/or degree in communications, public relations, or a related field.
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• Strong problem identification and resolution skills.
• Assist in the preparation of PR materials to be used for the purpose of organizing and lobbying.
• Other related duties and projects generally considered to be within the job category.Qualifications:
• Assist the National Public Relations Officer–when called upon–to provide content for National initiatives.
• Produce content for ACTRA Montreal communications, events, and workshops as well as branch committees.
• Monitor media coverage and report results to the team and key stakeholders.
• 2 years of direct work experience preferred.
• Maintain a keen understanding of industry trends affecting ACTRA Montreal members and make appropriate recommendations regarding public relations (PR) opportunities surrounding them.
• Oversee ACTRA Montreal’s website and social mediaplatforms as well as specific branch committees.
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• Attend council meetings upon request and may be called upon to take minutes.
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• Exceptional multi-tasking abilities and prioritization skills.
• Advanced skills in the Microsoft office.
• Coordinating the distribution of communication materials to all relevant parties.
• Compile contact and email lists for distribution of applicable information to designated stakeholders.
• Programs and web services (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Adobe Suite, WordPress, etc.).
• Detail oriented and organized with a high level of accuracy.
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• Design, update, and deliver various outreach initiatives, and programs including, but not limited to the Apprentice Member Initiation Course and Theatre School Outreach.
• Assisting in writing, editing, and producing content for ACTRA Montreal’s communicationmaterials (web, social media, briefs, brochures, speeches, presentations, etc.).
• Analyzing the outcome of PR campaigns and reporting the findings to management.
• Oversee the logistical preparations for ACTRA Montreal events, including, but not limited to: ACTRA Awards in Montreal and ACTRA Short Film Festival.
• Knowledge of:
• Expertise in social media and web communications (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,
• Team player with the ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Fluency in both official languages (English and French).
• Writing and distributing detailed press releases, promotional social media posts, and fact
• Knowledge in content management, communications, and desktop publishing software
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

Application Process:

• Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume and coverquoting #2023-20‘Public Relations Coordinator-Montreal’in the email subject line.
• ACTRA is committed to employment and pay equity and we encourage applications from all equity seeking groups, including but not limited to, Indigenous and other racialized communities, people with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources.
• Thank you for your interest in joining us. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.