Marketing Coordinator
This is a contract position for the 2026 festival. The successful applicant will begin immediately and work until mid-April 2026.
The Marketing Coordinator is responsible for executing the festival’s marketing and communications activities across digital and traditional channels. This role will be provided with an approved marketing plan, editorial calendar, and key messaging documents, and will be responsible for coordinating and delivering on that plan in the lead-up to the festival.
This is a communications-forward role and includes administrative coordination, media outreach, website updates, and email communications. The Marketing Coordinator will work closely with the Social Media Coordinator to ensure consistent messaging and visibility for the festival.
Responsibilities
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Execute the approved marketing plan, editorial calendar, and messaging framework
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Coordinate outbound communications, announcements, and promotional materials
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Manage and send email communications (newsletters, announcements, updates) using an email marketing platform
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Lead media outreach, press pitching, and follow-ups
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Maintain and update the VIBF website (Wix), including content and event information
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Liaise with designers, board members, contributors, and partners to coordinate marketing materials
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Provide review and sign-off on social media content prior to posting
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Attend board meetings when required to provide marketing updates
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Support administrative marketing tasks in the lead-up to the festival
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Strictly adhere to VIBF’s Code of Conduct, Conflict of Interest, and Confidentiality policies
Qualifications
We are interested in working with someone who is passionate about helping this unique festival run smoothly!
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Intermediate marketing experience (arts, nonprofit, agency, in-house, or equivalent)
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Strong organizational and project coordination skills
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Clear written and verbal communication skills
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Experience with marketing across digital and traditional channels
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Experience with email marketing platforms (Mailchimp or similar)
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Working knowledge of Google Drive and Google Workspace
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Website experience (Wix or similar) is considered an asset
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Experience with burlesque, theatre, or adult arts is considered an asset
How to Apply!
Please send a short email introducing yourself and outlining your interest in the position. Please include a resume if available, but if this presents a barrier to your application, let us know. We are happy to accommodate alternative formats for the right candidate.
Applicants should familiarize themselves with VIBF ‘about us’ and our ‘code of conduct’ before applying.