Admin & Marketing Assistant (Student Position)

Edmonton, AB

Blue Ribbon Millwork

16805 113 Ave NW #102, Edmonton, AB T5M 2X2

About Us

Blue Ribbon Millwork is a growing custom cabinetry and millwork company specializing in high-end residential and commercial spaces. We design, build, and install custom kitchens, bathrooms, built-ins, and architectural millwork tailored to each project.

We are a small, team-oriented business that values professionalism, creativity, initiative, and people who are eager to learn and grow alongside the company.

We are looking for a motivated Marketing & Administrative Assistant to join our team. This position is ideal for a post-secondary student interested in gaining hands-on marketing experience while developing valuable skills in business administration, client communication, and day-to-day business operations.

Position Overview

This is a primarily marketing-focused position with additional administrative responsibilities. The successful candidate will assist with content creation, social media management, brand development, digital marketing, and marketing campaigns while also providing organizational and administrative support to our team.

You will help showcase our completed projects, communicate the quality of our work, strengthen our online presence, and contribute ideas that connect Blue Ribbon Millwork with homeowners, builders, designers, and commercial clients.

We are looking for someone who understands that effective marketing goes beyond posting content. It involves building brand awareness, establishing trust, reaching the right audience, generating inquiries, and supporting long-term business growth.

As a small business, we offer the opportunity to gain experience across different areas of marketing and business operations. The ideal candidate is creative, organized, adaptable, and comfortable balancing independent projects with collaborative responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities Marketing & Content Creation (Primary Focus)

- Assist with developing and implementing marketing strategies that support brand awareness, audience engagement, and business growth.
- Plan, create, edit, and schedule content for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, YouTube, and other relevant platforms.
- Capture and edit photos and videos of completed projects, installations, showroom displays, and behind-the-scenes operations.
- Assist with developing marketing materials, brochures, lookbooks, presentations, and other branded resources.
- Support email marketing campaigns, newsletters, promotional initiatives, and customer communications.
- Assist with website updates, blog articles, educational resources, and search engine optimization (SEO).
- Research local market trends, competitors, target audiences, industry topics, and potential business partnerships.
- Help maintain consistent branding, messaging,



and visual presentation across all marketing channels.
- Monitor social media performance, website activity, and campaign results to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Contribute creative ideas for new marketing campaigns, content initiatives, and strategies to attract potential clients.
- Assist with organizing project photography, video footage, digital assets, and marketing files.

Administrative & Office Support (Secondary Focus)

- Assist with general office administration, organization, and day-to-day business operations.
- Respond to and organize incoming emails, inquiries, and other communications as needed.
- Assist with scheduling appointments, consultations, meetings, and coordinating calendars.
- Help prepare, organize, and maintain company documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and digital records.
- Support client communication by providing qualified and timely responses or directing inquiries to the appropriate team member.
- Assist with organizing customer information, project documentation, and internal records.
- Support the preparation and formatting of business correspondence, forms, and other administrative documents.
- Assist with maintaining organized digital filing systems and shared company resources.
- Provide occasional administrative assistance to management and other team members.
- Help identify opportunities to improve organization, communication, and efficiency within daily office operations.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

- Is currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in marketing, communications, business administration, design, or a related field.
- Has a genuine interest in marketing, branding, content creation, and business growth.
- Is creative, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities.
- Has a strong eye for visual content, branding, and storytelling.
- Can write clear, professional emails, captions, marketing copy, and business correspondence.
- Is comfortable using computers, digital platforms, and common office software.
- Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is proactive, dependable, and able to manage deadlines independently.
- Is willing to learn new systems, software, and business processes.
- Is comfortable interacting professionally with clients, suppliers, partners, and other team members.
- Is interested in learning about high-end residential design, cabinetry, construction, or interiors.




- Enjoys working in a small business environment where initiative, adaptability, and new ideas are valued.
- Can balance creative marketing work with administrative and organizational tasks.

Preferred Qualifications & Assets

- Experience creating content for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, YouTube, or TikTok.
- Experience using Canva, CapCut, Meta Business Suite, or similar marketing and design tools.
- Basic photography, video editing, or graphic design skills.
- Familiarity with social media analytics, content strategy, digital advertising, or SEO.
- Experience with email marketing platforms, website management, or customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or similar productivity software.
- Previous experience in marketing, administration, customer service, reception, or office support.
- Strong organizational skills and experience managing digital files, spreadsheets, or scheduling systems.
- A portfolio showcasing social media content, photography, graphic design, video, or other marketing work is an asset but not required.

What We Offer

- Hands-on experience in marketing and business administration within a growing company.
- One-on-one mentorship, guidance, and training.
- A supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunities to contribute creative ideas and marketing strategies.
- Exposure to branding, digital marketing, content creation, lead generation, and business development.
- Practical experience in office administration, client communication, and business operations.
- Opportunities to take ownership of projects and develop professional skills.
- An opportunity to learn about the custom cabinetry, millwork, and interior design industries.

Position Details

- Job Title: Marketing & Administrative Assistant (Student Position)
- Job Type: Full-time or Part-time
- Pay: $16.00–$20.00 per hour
- Location: Edmonton, Alberta
- Work Arrangement: In-person
- Benefits: On-site parking

Applicants must be able to reliably commute to our Edmonton location or plan to relocate before starting work.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply through Indeed or email their resume directly to:

[email protected]

Applicants are encouraged to include any relevant portfolios, social media accounts they have managed, photography, graphic design, video projects, or examples of previous marketing work. These materials are welcome but not required.

We look forward to hearing from motivated students who are excited to develop their skills, contribute new ideas, and grow alongside our team.

Pay: $16.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits

- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB T5M 2X2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Administrative & Marketing Assistant (Student Position) (Edmonton)
🏢 Blue Ribbon Millwork
📍 Edmonton