Job Title: Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Company: David Moore and Associates and Rapid-Sell
Location:
5665 Watson Rd., N.
Guelph, ON
N1H 6J2
David Moore & Associates/Rapid Sell is seeking a dynamic, skilled, and outgoing Marketing and Communications Coordinator to join our team. In this position, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our brand image, expanding our reach, and engaging with a diverse audience. Your primary responsibilities will encompass developing and executing effective marketing strategies, creating captivating visual content, managing communications, and contributing to the growth of our business. This position requires a proactive individual who can operate within a fast-paced environment and who is open to learning about the intricacies of the auction industry. This is a full-time, in-office position.
Who we are
Since its opening more than 40 years ago, David Moore & Associates/Rapid Sell has become one of the most trusted and reputable auction and appraisal businesses in the industry, and we are proud to offer an exceptional customer service to buyers and sellers alike.
Our mission is to create and maintain a marketplace that is rooted in trust, transparency, and fairness for both buyers and sellers. We pride ourselves on both reliability and efficiency and are dedicated to ensuring that every auction is managed with the utmost care. We foster long-lasting relationships through mutual respect and a wealth of knowledge about current market conditions, leveraging our earned reputation and vast network. Our goal is to be the go-to auction company for those seeking a seamless, stress-free experience that delivers maximum value and exceeds expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Marketing Strategy Development: Develop and implement comprehensive marking strategies for each service. Target various audiences, with a focus on various social media platforms including Facebook and Instagram
- Visual Content Creation: Utilize tools like Canva to design engaging marketing materials and website visuals that align with our brand identity
- Auction item Promotion: Identify the most valuable auction items and curate/edit photos for marketing purposes
- Newsletter Management: Draft, edit, and schedule weekly newsletters to keep our audience informed and engaged
- Advertising: Design weekly newspaper ads that effectively showcase our auctions and services
- Content Creation: Write blog posts and create content that target various stakeholders, educate our audience, and contribute to our SEO efforts
- Website management: Maintain our user-friendly brochure site for David Moore & Associates/Rapid Sell by updating stats and banner images, adding testimonials, sharing news, etc.
- Communication Planning: Create communications and contingency plans to ensure effective crisis management and proactive engagement with stakeholders
- Customer Relations: Manage customer complaints and inquiries with professionalism and efficiency
- Market Research: Stay up to date with industry news and conduct market research to inform marketing strategies
- Administrative Support: Provide additional administrative support on an as-needed basis
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary diploma/degree (or equivalent experience) in marketing, communications, or related field
- Proven experience in marketing and communications, preferably in a dynamic industry
- Proficiency in graphic design tools, such as Canva
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong project management skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- A willingness to learn about the auction industry
- Creative thinking and a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Comfortable taking initiative
- Prior auctions experience an asset but not a necessity
How to apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their relevant experience. Please send applications to info@rapid-sell.ca, and include “Marketing and Communications Coordinator Application” in the subject line of your email. Walk-in drop-offs are welcome. We thank all applicants for applying, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. Duties may be modified, expanded, or reduced at any time to meet the needs of the organization.
David Moore & Associates is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
