Job Opportunity with Run Regina – Marketing and Communication Coordinator
Run Regina is Saskatchewan’s premier road race organization.
2025 Run Regina race calendar – must be available for all dates below
June 27 - July 1 - Canda Day Run and Walk
August 15-17 - I Love Regina Run and Walk, presented by REV Auto Group
Aug 18 – Sept 12 – GMS Queen City Marathon
October 24-26 - Halloween run and Walk
MISSION
Run Regina is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to engaging our community in running and walking experiences that promote the wellbeing of the individual and pride in our community.
VISION
Exceptional running and walking experiences for all.
VALUES
Wellbeing –We encourage holistic health through opportunities for active living, social engagement, personal accomplishment, and community pride.
Inclusivity – We embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion of all members of our community, with opportunities to be involved, supported and welcomed.
Accountability – We are ethical stewards of the resources entrusted to us and ensure the sustainability of the organization for years to come.
Achievement – We are continually innovating to provide “a race for every pace” and create opportunities for individuals and communities to excel and experience success.
Relationships – We take a respectful, collaborative approach to partnerships with our community, sponsors, charities and partners; we are better together.
Marketing and Communications Job Description (Including, but not limited to):
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Social Media
Develop, manage, coordinate and implement a comprehensive marketing and communication plan
Manage social media content and campaigns, including calendar creation, regular posting, customer support & analytics.
Comprehensive posting on Run Regina and Queen City Marathon feeds and stories, 3-4 posts per week on multiple platforms.
Interacting/engaging with customer and partner content.
Social media advertising posting & reporting as necessary. Track progress and evaluate results of social media campaigns and
advertising and provide ongoing recommendations on how to optimize communications and engagement.
Responsible for designing, writing content and creating promotional materials.
Assist in the coordination, production, and execution of all marketing initiatives including event launches, special announcements,
advertising, and other marketing materials as required
Develop and launch a volunteer race ambassador program
Support Executive Director and volunteer managers with customer service as required.
MEDIA and Public Relations
Write and distribute media releases and advisories in conjunction with Event Partners, pre & post event
Manage all aspects of event week media logistics
Available for TV and radio interviews
Work to gain earned media
Community Relations and Partnerships
Develop, promote and manage corporate team program
Assist with charity partners onboarding and support
Assist with community-run partner events, training runs, promotions, and other collaborations
Event Management
Assist with race event delivery
Coordinate with volunteers
A successful candidate will possess varied skills and experience in:
Proficiency and strong technological skills for multiple marketing platforms (Office365, Instagram, Facebook, Blue Sky, Linkedin).
Strong English writing, editing, and storytelling skills with an eye for detail.
Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for helping others and building the communities we run through and with.
Knowledge and experience with the running community considered an asset.
Passion for running, fitness, and outdoor events is a plus!
Required Experience:
1+ year of experience in social media management, marketing, or event promotion - preferably in sports or fitness.
Basic design skills with experience using Canva or other design tools.
Experience with email marketing platforms (Mailchimp).
Customer Service experience an asset.
About You
You get your energy from people and have no problem cold calling, meeting a stranger for a coffee or presenting to a room full of people – in fact you thrive when you’re passionately delivering your message. This role is about making strong connections and deepening Run Regina’s existing partner relationships and cultivating new partnerships. You must enjoy working on a team with lots of opinions and be willing to share yours. Generally ‘yes people’ who are nimble and excited about our mission WILL thrive in the Run Regina environment. Being a runner, walker or wheeler is not a prerequisite, being able to think like one is.
Education:
Some Post Secondary school (Preferred)
Location - Regina, Saskatchewan
Work - Run Regina does not have a permanent office. Remote work with access to your own computer required.
Job Type - Fulltime, contract (6 months - starting May 15 - negotiable), Anticipate moving this position to a permanent, full-time position after the contract.
Targeted Start Date - May 15
Compensation - $27,500 - contract term
Application deadline – May 1, 2025 - send resume to runqcm@hotmail.com
