Communications Coordinator

Affiliation: MoveUPEmployment Status: Full-Time RegularSalary: $3104.00 bi-weeklyShort-term Incentive Eligible:Workplace Flexibility: NoPosting End Date: open until filledAs the provinces largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience we proudly deliver renewable energy natural gas electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.Were actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one ofBCs Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2800 employees we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect belong and grow. Join us and together lets shape a brighter future for B.C.Position Overview As part of the Communications Team responsible for the coordination of all external communications projects ensuring appropriate resources are available and timelines are observed.Responsibilities Project PlanningCoordinates the development production and distribution of corporate and marketing communicationreceives and reviews requests from the Communications Project Manager or delegatesupports the development of communications planssuggests appropriate communications media and advertising strategiesActs as project leader for communication projects:develops and facilitates project plans and schedules to ensure the timely delivery of projectsensures project schedules are aligned with the resources available and ensures optimal use of internal resourcesbriefs project team of project goalsCoordinates the reviews drafts of copy and proofs from creative and routes for review.Media PlacementIn liaison with media placement agency advertising agency or creative/design studios implements media plans sets schedules and provides budget allocations.Works with the media placement agency to coordinate the approvals of media buy recommendations placements and advertisement schedules and details.Ensures creative assets are supplied and sent to the agency in a timely matter.Ensures advertising schedules are received and budgets checked against overall project budget.Production ProcessSources interviews and negotiates with suppliers and production vendors analyses quotations to provide cost estimates to internal clients assesses their work and makes decisions on supplier selection for projects.Generates purchase requisitions to ensure proper job specifications are provided to outside suppliers and reconciles invoices against quotations.Monitor project progress and identify risks barriers and constraints to project lead and/or manager and work collaboratively with teams to devise solutions.Documents project phases and creates summary reports for company management.tracks and monitors project budgetsmanages production docket system including library of all production materialscoordinates the proofreading of materials and inspection pre-press artwork to ensure qualityarranges a FortisBC representative to attends press checks as requiredensures that all finished advertising materials are sent to clients suppliers publications or other destinationsPerforms duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job.Requirements Completion of a recognized diploma in Business Administration Communications or related field from an accredited post-secondary institution.Minimum of three (3) years directly related and recent experience and should include project management.Thorough knowledge of procedures involved in print production including pre-press and printing technology digital and social media.Thorough understanding of the use of communications media (collateral web advertising - print radio TV online) to achieve clients objectives.Ability to assess and evaluate the quality of suppliers work and evaluate estimates for accuracy.Strong communications planning and project management skills with sound budgeting and time management skills including the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines with minimal supervision.Strong knowledge of written and digital project management tools.Excellent verbal and written communication and proof-reading skills.Strong knowledge of computer systems operations environment and peripherals and various applications software in use in the department (Adobe Photoshop Illustrator InDesign & suite of MS Office products). Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities while being safe inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC please visit the Youre Applying. What now page for additional information.FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Internal Control,Accounting And Auditing,Accounts Handling,General Services,Elevator,Brand Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1