Marketing Coordinator

Job Title: Marketing Coordinator
Location: Bobcaygeon, Ontario
Employment Type: Seasonal (Summer Position)
Organization: Bobcaygeon and Area Chamber of Commerce

About the Role:
The Bobcaygeon and Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking a creative, community-minded, and results-driven Marketing Coordinator to join our team for the summer. In this dynamic role, you will play a key part in supporting local businesses by developing and implementing marketing strategies that enhance their visibility.

As the Marketing Coordinator, you’ll act as a connector between the Chamber, local business owners, and the broader community. Working closely with the Executive Director, you will help identify marketing opportunities through interviews, surveys, and community engagement. You’ll then bring these opportunities to life across social media, the Chamber’s website, podcasts, videos, print materials, and face-to-face interactions.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to gain real-world experience in marketing, sales, communications, tourism, and community relations — all while helping to shape the future of one of Ontario’s most vibrant small-town destinations.

Key Responsibilities:

Engage with local businesses to understand their needs and identify marketing opportunities.
Assist in the creation and execution of strategic marketing plans.
Manage and grow the Chamber’s presence on social media and digital platforms.
Represent the Chamber and the business community at events, in town, and online.
Create engaging content including videos, podcasts, blog posts, and promotional materials.
Collaborate with local organizations such as BIAs, other Chambers, and tourism groups.
Support and promote community events such as concerts, movies, and cultural celebrations (e.g., the Curve Lake First Nation POW WOW).
Track engagement metrics and provide feedback on campaign success.
Qualifications Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Creative and confident in developing social media and digital content.
Comfortable engaging with the public and speaking on behalf of an organization.
Organized, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and in a team.
Interest in tourism, marketing, small business, and community development.
Familiarity with Bobcaygeon and the Kawartha Lakes area is an asset.
Previous experience in marketing, communications, or customer service is a plus.
Basic knowledge of design or video editing tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe, etc.) is considered an advantage.
What We Offer:

A summer full of meaningful experience, professional development, and networking.
The chance to make a visible impact in a growing community.
Opportunities to develop leadership, communication, and digital media skills.
A supportive, team-focused environment where creativity and initiative are valued.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the position to manager.chamber2@gmail.com, using the subject line: Marketing Coordinator Application.

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: $17.20 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bobcaygeon, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Are you comfortable engaging with the public, including visitors and business owners?
If you were given a product that you're unfamiliar with, how would you go about selling it to a potential customer?
Work Location: In person Read more