Destination Greater Victoria is a dynamic destination marketing organization looking to add to our talented team. With a membership of over 950 businesses, we offer a fast-paced, positive and results-oriented culture. We offer a unique opportunity to contribute to the tourism industry and work collaboratively with a variety of local businesses to drive year-round sustainable growth for Greater Victoria.

Summary of Marketing Specialist – Creative (12-month contract) role:

Are you a creative powerhouse with a passion for storytelling through design, video, and digital media? We’re looking for a Marketing Specialist – Creative to join our dynamic marketing team and bring our brand to life! In this role, you’ll use your expert graphic design skills to craft compelling advertising, digital content, and collateral that captivate audiences and drive engagement. From developing striking visuals to editing eye-catching videos, you’ll ensure brand consistency while pushing creative boundaries. You’ll be at the forefront of our marketing efforts, contributing fresh ideas, managing photography and video assets, and delivering high-quality content that elevates the Destination Greater Victoria brand. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, stay ahead of design and marketing trends, and have a keen eye for detail, we want to hear from you!

This position is a hybrid role, with a requirement to work in-office at least three times per week, requiring the successful candidate to be located in the Greater Victoria region. It is a full-time 35/hrs a week, 12-month contract role with a salary between $59,000-$67,000.

What you need to bring:

• A degree or diploma in marketing, graphic design, or another closely related field or a combination of education and/or work experience is required.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a marketing role, with significant graphic design responsibilities.
• Experience with headline copywriting and iconography.
• Highly proficient in, and strong technical knowledge of, the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop), Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Pro-active, self-motivated and results oriented.
• Efficient, organized, and able to juggle various tasks.
• Strong understanding of marketing concepts in the context of various print and digital media.
• Analytical skills and ability to interpret key marketing metrics.
• Experience utilizing content channels including TikTok, Instagram, and creating Instagram Reels is a strong asset.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Positive attitude, collaborative, and solution focused.
• Creative and detail oriented.

Application Information:

If Destination Greater Victoria sounds like a team you want to be part of, we want to hear from you! Please apply with your cover letter, resume, and graphic design sample.

For a full outline of the role, please see the complete job description. Applications will be accepted for this opportunity until the role has been filled.

DGV is committed to creating a diverse, multicultural environment and we welcome team members of all backgrounds and cultures including Inuit, Metis, Indigenous, status, non-status, and non-Indigenous. Employment preference will be given to persons of Indigenous ancestry (please self-identify) as per Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code and in recognition that local indigenous knowledge is an asset. DGV's selection of employees is based on the criteria identified in the job description so that the best-qualified applicants are chosen.