We’re looking for a part-time Marketing Specialist (24 hours/week) who's detail-obsessed, highly organized and a confident communicator. They can explain the 'why' of every project and get buy-in across the board.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Marketing Specialist will assist in promoting and building the reputation of the Vancouver Airport Marriott and 75 West Coast Grill, with a strong focus on driving awareness, engagement and business for 75 West Coast Grill. The majority of this role will be dedicated to restaurant marketing, including promoting its food, beverage offerings, events and guest experience, while also supporting key marketing initiatives for the hotel.

This is an on-site role, supported by our Work Flexibility Program that helps you navigate both professional and personal priorities.

75 West Coast Grill

● Develops and creates engaging content for the restaurant’s social media channels, including copywriting, photography and short-form video such as Reels and Stories.

● Plans and maintains a monthly content calendar, ensuring a consistent and strategic presence across social channels.

● Regularly audits and updates social media profiles, including bios, links and other key information.

● Responds to social media comments, direct messages and guest inquiries in a timely manner.

● Tracks and reports on monthly social media performance and identifies opportunities to improve engagement and reach.

● Updates the restaurant’s website on an ongoing basis, including menus, events & online ticket sales.

● Writes and distributes monthly email marketing campaigns promoting restaurant offerings, events and experiences.

● Creates and manages event listings across relevant platforms, including Facebook Events, Google Events, Eventbrite and the Tourism Richmond event calendar.





● Coordinates photography and video shoots with local photographers and content creators as needed for F&B; advertising, seasonal campaigns and promotional initiatives.

● Develops and distributes restaurant collateral, displays and signage as required.

● Sources guest reviews and user-generated content for use across social media and other marketing communications.

● Maintains a media and influencer database and identifies, vets and coordinates relevant partnership opportunities.

Hotel Marketing Support

● Develops and creates engaging content for the restaurant’s social media channels, including copywriting, photography and short-form video such as Reels and Stories.

● Supports the development of marketing collateral and materials for hotel promotions, sales initiatives and client events.

● Supports promotional campaigns for guest rooms, weddings and events through targeted digital and social media initiatives.

● Captures content at employee, sales, community and external events for use across the hotel’s marketing channels.

What you'll offer us:

● Post-secondary degree or diploma in digital media, communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or related field.

● 2 to 5 years of hands-on marketing experience, ideally in hotels and/or restaurants.

● Exceptional graphic design skills in Canva.

● Expertise in creating and editing short-form videos (e.g., Reels, TikToks, etc.).

● Strong writing and communication skills with an eye for accuracy and detail.

● Experience with Mailchimp is an asset.





● Flexibility for night and weekend work when necessary (in office special events, etc.).

● Must be organized and thrive managing multiple projects at once.

● Openness to constructive feedback and coaching.

● Great sense of accountability with strong execution skills.

● Flexibility and a positive attitude are a must.

What we'll offer you:

At the Vancouver Airport Marriott, we provide a fun, protected and supportive work environment in a culture that values diversity and inclusion.

● Competitive compensation and a comprehensive, flexible benefits plan which includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision care, employee assistance program and more.

● Discounted hotel stays for you, your friends & family at Marriott properties worldwide.

● A supportive and inclusive environment for all that prioritizes understanding and integrating employees' unique perspectives and that's committed to their mental and physical wellbeing.

● World-class service training program and job-specific training opportunities to empower life-long learning and to encourage employees to find the careers that are right for them.

● Organized committees and social activities throughout the year including appreciation weeks, annual holiday parties, team outings and more.

● Opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact through Marriott’s Serve 360 program.

Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Richmond, BC V6X 1A3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
- Content marketing: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Marketing Specialist (Part-Time) (Richmond)
🏢 Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel
📍 Richmond