Job Description

About Us

Media Shop Collective isn't your average agency -- we're a full-service, fractional marketing department for businesses across Canada. With three international awards under our belt, we know how to deliver results that make brands stand out.

We're expanding and looking for a Marketing Assistant to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who's organized, eager to learn, and wants to grow into client-facing strategy and account management.

Key Responsibilities

Support client management: scheduling, email follow-ups, and deliverables. Assist with social media: caption writing, scheduling, reels, and light content creation. Help organize and manage content shoots (photo + video). Support SEO tasks (keyword research, on-page updates, tracking). Monitor campaign performance, compile reports, and track KPIs. Provide lead generation support (lists, follow-ups, CRM tasks). Collaborate directly with the CEO and Creative Lead on client projects.

Must Haves (Non-Negotiable)

A 4-year degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (educated in Canada or the US). Strong organizational and communication skills. Customer service experience. Curious, self-driven mindset -- thrives in a fast-paced environment. Must live in the Edmonton area and work in the St. Albert office 4 days per week (WFH Fridays). Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident (no sponsorship available). Collaborative mindset -- thrives working with a team. Application must include a 60-90 second video introduction about you and why you're the best fit.

Nice to Haves

Familiarity with social scheduling tools (Later, Metricool, Hootsuite). Basic knowledge of SEO or Google Analytics. Interest in growing toward account management.

Perks:

WFH Fridays. Fridays = Growth Days (1-2 hours weekly for training, trend research, and creativity). Extended holiday break between Christmas and New Year. Clear career path: Assistant ? Coordinator ? Strategist. A collaborative team culture where we share inspiration, celebrate wins, and grow together.

Please submit:

Your resume. A short cover letter (1 page max) highlighting your interest in marketing. A 60-90 second video introducing yourself and explaining why you're the best fit for this role.

Applications without all three components will not be considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00-$46,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

Do you have a 4-year degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (educated in Canada or the US)? Do you have strong organizational and communication skills? Do you have customer service experience? Are you curious and have a self-driven mindset who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you live in the Edmonton area and are able work in the St. Albert office 4 days per week (WFH Fridays)? Are you a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident (no sponsorship available)? Collaborative mindset -- thrives working with a team.
Work Location: In person