Marketing & Communications Specialist

**Who We Are**:
Meet Fresh Prep — Canada’s most convenient and sustainable meal kit delivery service.

As a certified B Corporation, we make convenient eating healthy and sustainable for the communities we operate in. We source quality local ingredients whenever possible, and deliver in reusable, recyclable and compostable packaging. We offer 10 chef-created meal kit recipes each week, with options for many lifestyles and preferences including vegetarian and vegan.

In the past few years, we have collected many awards and recognition for our continued pursuit in being a leader in both customer and employee satisfaction. Some awards include The Georgia Straight’s Golden Plates, 23rd and 24th Annual Best of Vancouver award for Best Meal Kit Service, BC’s Top Employers 2024, Top SME 2023, and Climate Smart. Fresh Prep also placed on The Globe and Mail’s prestigious 2023 Canada's Top Growing Companies list.

**Who You Are**:
**Collaborative Team Player.** You are motivated by collaborative team task achievement and driving a results-oriented culture.**Strong Communicator.** Your verbal and written communication skills allow you to get results across easily and quickly, in a friendly and professional manner.**Adaptable.** You thrive in a changing environment and are able to pivot direction easily.**Open.**You are open to constructive feedback, but aren’t afraid to let your opinions be known. You approach the problem at hand from a strategic and empathetic point of view.

**What You'll Be Doing**

We’re looking for a Marketing Communications Specialist to support national marketing campaigns, partnerships, and multi-channel initiatives by managing the operational aspects of project execution. Acting as a bridge between the brand, creative, and cross-functional teams, this role ensures seamless execution of campaigns while contributing to strategy and reporting. This role requires occasional work on weekends or evenings outside a regular schedule.

**Chef Collaborations & Brand Partnerships**
- Act as the primary coordinator for Chef Collabs projects.- Manage timelines, resources, and asset development in collaboration with both Senior Brand Managers.- Support the Senior Brand Manager in developing brand partnerships that align with Fresh Prep’s values and objectives.**Blog Content Strategy & Coordination**
- Develop and manage the content calendar for the Fresh Prep blog, focusing on SEO strategies and storytelling.- Collaborate with SEO specialists to optimize content and align strategy.
- Work with AI tool to ensure engaging, high-performing blog content.

**Project Management & Briefing**
- Lead strategic briefs for campaigns under responsibility, including collaborations with chefs and seasonal campaigns.- Develop comprehensive project briefs outlining objectives, KPIs, deliverables, and timelines.
- Ensure clarity in stakeholder alignment and deadlines, working closely with both Senior Brand Managers.

**Campaign & Performance Reporting**
- Support the Senior Brand Managers in tracking KPI performance for multi-channel campaigns.

**Public Relations Support**
- Assist in identifying media opportunities and drafting press materials.- Coordinate media outreach efforts to amplify brand initiatives.- Support PR event coordination and influencer collaborations.
- Monitor industry trends and media coverage, providing insights to refine PR strategies and build reports.
- Establish an annual awards calendar and manage award submissions in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring deadlines are met and opportunities are maximized.

**What We Are Looking For**
- Bilingual with excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French
- Familiarity with both the English and French markets in Quebec is a plus.- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field- 2-3 years of experience in brand communications, PR, or marketing, ideally in the food or e-commerce industry.- Exceptional storytelling and copywriting skills with a keen attention to detail.- Strong understanding of media relations, content strategy, and digital marketing.- Experience managing brand marketing campaigns, ensuring alignment and consistency across multiple channels.- Familiarity with PR and media monitoring tools is a plus.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Professional, personable, and able to work both independently and collaboratively across teams.

**What You Can Expect**- 60,000 to 70,000$- Competitive salary that recognizes your skills and experience- An energetic, inclusive workplace where your voice matters and your contributions drive real impact- Comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance after 90 days- Exclusive food perks that let you experience our amazing products- A culture that celebrates innovation, encourages professional development, and supports work-life balance- The opportunity to be part of a certif