Intern, Communications

6 days ago

Oakville, Canada Golf Canada Full time

Golf Canada is the National Sports Federation and governing body for golf in Canada representing over 350,000 golfers and 1,505 member clubs across the country. A proud member of the Canadian Olympic Committee, Golf Canada's mission is to increase Canadian participation and excellence in golf. By investing in the growth of the sport and introducing more participants of all ages to the game, our vision is to be a world leader in golf. For more information about what Golf Canada is doing to support golf in your community, visit www.golfcanada.ca.

Primary Duties: 1. Amateur Championship Coverage
  • Serve as the media contact for national/regional/qualifying golf championships across Canada.
  • Facilitate media requests from journalists at Golf Canada championships.
  • Create and maintain local/regional/national media databases.
  • Produce written advance stories and daily recaps for Golf Canada championships.
  • Assist hired photographers on-site during play and with award presentations.
  • Update/produce media guides for Golf Canada championships.
  • Upload photos into the PhotoShelter database following Golf Canada championships.
  • Assist with social content capture (photos, short videos) at Golf Canada championships.
2. RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open
  • Assist with communications initiatives for Golf Canada’s professional championships (RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open) including media day, media guides, player performance guides, and credential applications.
  • Assist with credentialing and media sign-in at both professional championships.
  • Support media centre set-up and daily operations during tournament week.
3. Administrative Support
  • Develop written content for Golf Canada’s online and social properties.
  • Research, fact check, write, and distribute media releases in a timely manner.
  • Uploading content onto WordPress (website).
  • Uploading and distributing press releases and recaps using the Mailchimp platform.
  • Previous experience using WordPress and Mailchimp considered an asset but not required.
Required Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities:
  • Post-secondary degree/diploma or working towards one in public relations, communications, or a related field.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Previous experience and passion for writing is considered an asset.
  • Strong organizational skills and administration skills.
  • Exceptional skill and proficiency with phone, interpersonal and email communications.
  • Strong decision-making and conflict resolution abilities.
  • High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including advanced MS Excel skills.
  • Bilingual (English and French) is not required but considered an asset.
  • Golf knowledge or experience is not required; an interest in the game of golf and in Golf Canada’s mission is considered an asset.
  • Evening and weekend hours are required on occasion to cover Canadian and relevant global golf news.
  • Some travel to Golf Canada championships will be required.
Application Details:

Apply via Career Page by January 19, 2025. Golf Canada thanks all applicants but will contact only those who will be invited for an interview. Due to the nature of this position, there may also be some travel required and the need to work some weekends.

Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children and youth. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal check as a condition of employment.

Golf Canada is dedicated to employment equity and fostering diversity within the workplace.

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