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Mount Royal University

Promotions Assistant

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$15.45 - CA$19.44/hr

The Promotional Assistants oversee all aspects of Cougars fan engagement on game nights including ... Attend campus events as required. Engage with fans and hand out promotional materials. Lead in-game ...

Wing Assistant

Field & Events Marketer

Calgary, AB

Work with marketing on email outreach, landing pages, paid promotion, and social to drive booth ... These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions ...

Hines

Staff Assistant

Calgary, AB · On-site

... event promotions, marketing materials, and operational notices. * Coordinate calendars, meetings, interviews, conference calls, training sessions, and travel arrangements. * Assist with report ...

Hines

Staff Assistant

Calgary, AB · On-site

... event promotions, marketing materials, and operational notices. * Coordinate calendars, meetings, interviews, conference calls, training sessions, and travel arrangements. * Assist with report ...

Hines

Staff Assistant

Calgary, AB · On-site

... event promotions, marketing materials, and operational notices. * Coordinate calendars, meetings, interviews, conference calls, training sessions, and travel arrangements. * Assist with report ...

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What does an events and promotions assistant do?

An Events and Promotions Assistant supports the planning, coordination, and execution of events and promotional activities. Their responsibilities often include assisting with event logistics, communicating with vendors, managing promotional materials, and ensuring that events run smoothly. They also help with marketing efforts, such as social media outreach and distributing promotional content. This role is essential for ensuring that events meet organizational goals and provide a positive experience for attendees.

What are some common challenges faced by events and promotions assistants, and how can they be managed?

Events and Promotions Assistants often face challenges such as tight deadlines, last-minute changes, and coordinating multiple vendors or stakeholders. Successfully managing these requires strong organizational skills, flexibility, and clear communication. Proactively preparing detailed checklists and contingency plans can help mitigate risks, while building strong relationships with team members and partners ensures smoother execution. Regularly debriefing after events also helps identify areas for improvement and fosters professional growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an events and promotions assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Events and Promotions Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in marketing or communications, often supported by a relevant degree or diploma. Familiarity with event management software, social media platforms, and basic design tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite is highly beneficial. Excellent communication, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities help you stand out in this fast-paced role. These skills are crucial for ensuring events run smoothly, effectively engaging target audiences, and achieving promotional goals.

What cities in Alberta are hiring for Events And Promotions Assistant jobs?

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Infographic showing various Events And Promotions Assistant job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Promotions Assistant

Mount Royal University

Calgary, AB • On-site

CA$15.45 - CA$19.44/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

About the Role Working within the Cougars Athletics and Recreation Department, this is a flexible position whose work schedule is variable and may include an irregular schedule of not less than three (3) hours per shift and up to thirty-five (35) hours per week. Evening and weekend work will be required. The Promotional Assistants oversee all aspects of Cougars fan engagement on game nights including greeting fans, handing out promotional items, planning and executing half-time entertainment and supporting Calvin the Cougar (the MRU Cougars Mascot).

The Promotions Assistant may also support weekly promotional activities on campus leading up to games. Responsibilities Attend all home games for designated sport(s). Attend campus events as required.

Engage with fans and hand out promotional materials. Lead in-game promotions in front of large crowds. Distributing swag and merchandise.

Plan and execute half time entertainment, including greeting entertainment and ensuring the program begins and ends on time. On-site coordination of Name Your Game and Youth Fan Experience teams. Make recommendations on improvements to the game night experience.

Spot Calvin the Cougar as required. Pre-game set up and post-game tear down of all promotional items. Assist with social media (primarily Instagram) posts to promote events and departmental promotions prior to and on game day.

Assist the admissions team as needed, specifically on busy nights. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Able to stand/walk for extended periods of time.

Comfortable and clear speaking into a microphone in front of large crowds. Excellent communication and relationship building skills. Passion for engaging fans and supporting our varsity sports teams.

Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Ability to adhere to instructions and adapt plans with minimal supervision. Excellent customer service skills.

Knowledge of sports is considered an asset. Strong understanding of social media best practices, specific to Instagram. Experience speaking in front of large crowds is considered an asset.

Salary: $15.45 - $19.44 per hour Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate is found. A resume should be submitted in one .pdf document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name]_[Requisition Number]_[Document Title].pdf (ex

Smith_1234_CV.pdf).

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