Job Description

About the Role

TO BE CONSIDERED, the candidate must be eligible for the First Jobs program.

Please see criteria at the bottom of the posting.

Themes and Variations Inc. is looking for a part-time rep to join our district marketing team for our flagship product, MusicplayOnline. MusicplayOnline is a subscription based sequential music curriculum website, designed for elementary schools. We provide structured, ready-to-use lesson plans for teachers. Each weekly lesson introduces new musical concepts, reinforces prior learning, and includes seasonal and holiday repertoire. All the planning is done for the teacher!

The primary focus for this position would be to develop and execute outreach strategies for the team to reach new school districts as potential clients. It would also include facilitating the sale of MusicplayOnline district subscriptions, activating those accounts once the sale has completed, and maintaining a positive customer service relationship with the district.

Why This Role Matters

Your work will directly impact the success of our district team outreach, leading to higher engagement, more demo bookings, and stronger customer relationships.

What You'll Do

Conduct online research to identify and verify potential customers.
Generate quotes for new and existing district subscribers
Facilitate account activation for successful sales
Ensure data accuracy and completeness to support effective campaign performance.
Participate in regular check-ins to review progress, share findings, and receive support.
Leverage AI tools to assist in capturing high quality contact data

What We Offer

This position offers flexible hours to fit your academic schedule, and we offer in-office and Hybrid working conditions. You'll receive training, guidance, and mentorship from our experienced team. Successful part-time interns have the potential to transition into full-time positions with our district and content teams.

Key Skills & Attributes

Strong internet research abilities and analytical mindset
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and accurate
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Reliable and self-motivated, able to meet goals independently
Access to your own computer and reliable internet connection

Hours and Compensation

100 hours maximum (~25 hours per week) for 4 weeks
$20/hour - paid bi-weekly

Applicant Requirements

To be eligible to participate in the FIRST Jobs TechBOOST Program:
-You must be a current student or recent graduate (within the past 12 months) from an accredited Alberta post-secondary institution
-You must have put in your best efforts to set up your LinkedIn Profile in order to complete the application form (and be seen as of interest to employers)
-You must be an Alberta resident
-You must be over the age of 18
Applicants NOT eligible for funding:
-Individuals who have previous working relationships with the Tech Company that they are applying to
-Individuals who have previously completed the FIRST Jobs Program or NExT Level Careers Program

For more information and to sign up for the FIRST Jobs TechBOOST program, see this page here: https://technologyalberta.com/for-technology-companies/first-jobs-program-overview/

Job Types: Part-time, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 1 month

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 25 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Ability to commute/relocate:

Red Deer, AB T4N 6Y5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Qualifies for First Jobs program (see listing for details)
Location:

Red Deer, AB T4N 6Y5 (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Red Deer, AB T4N 6Y5