About the role#
As a Marketing Co-op student at Optima Living, you will contribute to real projects that impact our residents, employees, and operations. You will support brand, content, and campaign execution across our corporate initiatives and communities. This role offers exposure to how a multi-site organization operates and provides the chance to see how marketing drives occupancy, engagement, and brand trust.
What you'll do#
- Create content for social media, blogs, and marketing campaigns.
- Assist with the planning, execution, and reporting of marketing campaigns.
- Conduct research on market trends and competitors.
- Help coordinate events, webinars, and promotional activities.
- Track performance metrics and summarize key insights.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a post-secondary program with a focus on Marketing or Communications.
- Active participation in a Co-op or Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) program.
- Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status.
- Strong writing instincts and an interest in branding and storytelling.
- Hands-on experience with design, content creation, and video editing tools.
- Proficiency in WordPress, Canva, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Comfort working with data and structured tasks.
- Clear communication skills and a willingness to ask questions.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Vancouver, British Columbia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Compensation: $20 per hour.
- Term: Rolling, with 4 or 8-month terms available.
About Optima Living
Optima Living operates seniors living communities across Alberta and British Columbia. Founded in 2007, the company manages over 3,700 beds for residents ranging from independent living to memory care and residential mental health. It is a privately held organization with a workforce of over 400 employees. The company maintains its headquarters in Vancouver.
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