Marketing Coordinator

ABOUT US / /

Matthew McCormick Studio believes in catching the world by surprise through everything we create, embracing an experimental design ethos that makes every piece feel a bit like magic.

Founded by Matthew McCormick in 2013, our Vancouver-based Studio first made its mark after the launch of the Halo Series, which remains a signature piece within our eponymous product line.

Today, the Studio is proud to distribute our lighting collection across the globe, in addition to amassing a selection of bespoke project work under the Studio’s briefcase banner a concept designed to explore new creative territory through innovation, collaboration and discovery.

Our product line is designed in Vancouver and created by a talented in-house team and global manufacturing partners. Together, we are committed to bring the best in quality and craftsmanship to every hand-touched piece.

ABOUT YOU / /

The Marketing Coordinator at Matthew McCormick Studio is, by nature, a creative storyteller who loves designing beautiful content and experimenting with new ways to reach our target audiences (ie.

Interior Designers and Architects). This role will work closely with our sales and design teams, with day-to-day marketing activities aligning with our company goals and strategies.

A proven team player who is comfortable executing marketing plans across all channels and platforms, you love creating a steady flow of engaging content through on-brand messaging to the right people.

Whether it be sharing a peek into a design meeting or making a video of our assembly team in the workshop, this role is perfect for someone who likes a task list with variety.

No day is ever the same!

Responsible for leading day-to-day, tactical marketing projects that push our monthly sales initiatives, the ideal person for this role will be comfortable managing online platforms, graphic design and editing programs to create e-newsletters, sales collateral and social posts.

This person will work closely with the Managing Director and sales team to strategize ways that exemplify the Matthew McCormick Studio brand and successfully contribute to our bottom line.

THE BREAD + BUTTER / /

CONTENT DEVELOPMENT : Create engaging content per weekly content calendar for use across social media, blog, sponsored posts / ads etc. that may include :

• Graphic design / photo editing
• Video production / editing
• Instagram and Pinterest posts
• Some light copywriting

DIGITAL MEDIA : Manage and support the growth of online platforms (Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, Blog, etc.). Social engagement metrics and trends will be tracked via Google Analytics (GA4) to help pinpoint content that drives site traffic and conversion.

WEBSITE / ONLINE STORE : Maintains online store and trade portal content (website) through updates via Squarespace, keeping SEO and user experience in mind.

TARGETED MARKETING CAMPAIGNS : Maintain and engage with our client database through regular outreach campaigns including e-newsletters, e-mail blasts, sponsored posts and physical mailers.

SALES TOOLS : In hand with the creative team / designers, oversee the development and upkeep of sales tools in support of the Sales Team as required (ie.

product cards, look books, project photo repository, etc.)

OTHER :

• Trade event support assist in tradeshow or MMS event planning needs
• Contribute to the creative vision and content strategy for "briefcase" - the new, more experimental arm of our business
• Data + research - identify upcoming social and marketing trends for new growth opportunities, generate and distribute surveys to key clients, etc.
• Support advertising program coordinate online ad schedule / spend through Google Ads, Pinterest and Instagram
• Assist Managing Director in execution of PR initiatives (as required)

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE / /

Required :

• BA in marketing, digital media, communications or equivalent education and experience
• 1+ year(s) of experience or combination of personal experiences in a marketing-related role, specifically creating digital content
• Experience with third-party web applications including Later, Google Analytics, Squarespace, Mailchimp and Canva
• Thorough understanding of marketing tools and strategies that support sales (both traditional and digital)
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically with photo editing (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and various video editing software
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft 365
• Excellent communication, both written and oral, and strong interpersonal skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced work environment and willing to jump in whenever needed
• Well-organized and detail-oriented
• Self-motivated and energetic
• Inclusive, collaborative, and adaptable
• Good understanding of current trends and primary players in the design industry is considered an asset

What Would Make you a Unicorn?

• Video production experience
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS
• Rendering capabilities
• Previous experience or a passion for the design industry

OTHER REQUIREMENTS / /

• Vancouver-based
• Must be legally allowed to work in Canada

BENEFITS / /

• Time Off : Start with 3 weeks of paid vacation.
• Team Activities : Team-based activities and off-sites are typically planned every quarter.
• Health + Wellness : Access to annual Health Spending Account and TELUS Virtual Care membership (24 / 7 support). On-site gym facilities and bike lockup at our character office in historic Gastown.

We are also a dog friendly office!

• Professional Development : Annual education budget and professional development days off.
• Bonus Program : Monthly bonus structure starts after one year of successful employment.

The current salary band for this position is $46,000 - $60,000.

TO APPLY / / Please provide a detailed cover letter with your resume that outlines why you're the best person for the job.

Thanks for your interest!