MARKET EXPERIENCE COORDINATOR

Gasoline Alley Farmers’ Market is looking for a friendly, creative and highly organized Market Experience Coordinator to help make every visit to the market welcoming, engaging and memorable.This is a hands-on, customer-facing role for someone who enjoys connecting with people, developing ideas and bringing activities to life. You will coordinate market events, seasonal programming and on-site promotions while also serving as one of the friendly faces at our Market Information Desk.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

- Plan, coordinate and execute market events, seasonal activities and customer experiences
- Coordinate event logistics, including participating vendors, performers, community partners, supplies, signage, setup and takedown.
- Develop ideas for workshops, family activities, seasonal programming and other opportunities that encourage people to visit and enjoy the market.
- Oversee on-site activities and promotions, ensuring they run smoothly and create a positive experience for customers and vendors.
- Welcome and support pop-up vendors during arrival, setup and market days.
- Work closely with the General Manager, Marketing Coordinator, Market Services Coordinator and market vendors to bring events and promotional initiatives to life.
- Identify event content opportunities and ensure promotional materials and signage are in place.
- Gather feedback and help evaluate events and activities for future improvement.
- Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service at the Market Information Desk when not actively coordinating events or activities. Be the backup for the Market Services Coordinator.




- Take initiative when something needs attention and help keep customer and event spaces welcoming, organized and engaging.

YOU’LL BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU

- Are outgoing, approachable and comfortable starting conversations with customers, vendors and community partners.
- Genuinely enjoy helping people and creating positive experiences.
- Have experience in event planning, coordination, community programming or on-site event execution.
- Can manage multiple timelines and details while following through without constant direction.
- Are creative, resourceful and comfortable taking an idea from planning through execution.
- Communicate clearly and professionally with vendors, performers and community partners.
- Are comfortable using Google Workspace or similar digital planning tools.
- Are willing and able to assist with physical event setup and takedown.
- Are available for occasional early starts or extended hours around major market events.

POSITION DETAILS

- Approximately 30-35 hours per week
- Regular workdays: Thursday through Sunday
- Hours may vary based on market operations and scheduled events
- Wage: $20-$25 per hour, depending on experience
- Location: Gasoline Alley Farmers’ Market, Red Deer County, Alberta
- Reports to: General Manager
- Available to start immediately

APPLICATION DETAILS

- Please include a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great fit for our market team.

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 – 35.0 per week

Perks

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Market Experience Coordinator (Red Deer County)
🏢 Gasoline Alley Farmers Market
📍 Red Deer County