Marketing Coordinator
At Ambrose University, we believe story and community go hand in hand. Our students, faculty, alumni, and staff bring our mission to life every day—and we want to share that story with the world. We’re looking for a Marketing Coordinator who is passionate about social media, energized by creative content, and excited to amplify the Ambrose voice across digital platforms.
This role is a great fit for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-hat environment and loves connecting with audiences through compelling storytelling and a strong social media presence.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Communications, the Marketing Coordinator is responsible for coordinating day-to-day marketing activities, with a primary focus on managing Ambrose’s social media channels and producing content that reflects our brand, values, and campus experience.
You will be the voice behind our growing and transforming digital platforms—crafting stories, capturing moments, and helping create a vibrant and welcoming online community for prospective students, current students, alumni, parents, and friends of Ambrose.
Social Media Management
- Develop, schedule, and publish content across all official Ambrose social media channels.
- Monitor trends, engage with followers, respond to comments/messages, and ensure a consistent and positive brand presence.
- Create platform-specific content including posts, stories, reels, and short-form videos.
- Track and report on performance metrics; provide insights and recommendations for improvement.
- Collaborate with campus partners to ensure timely promotion of events, news, and student-life stories.
Content Creation & Storytelling
- Write compelling stories that highlight student experiences, academic excellence, campus life, and alumni impact.
- Produce website copy, email content, feature stories, news posts, and digital/print marketing materials.
- Conduct interviews with students, faculty, alumni, and other Ambrose community members.
- Assist with storyboarding, scripting, and writing for video projects.
- Support photo and video shoots to capture authentic Ambrose moments.
- Develop and leverage faculty relationships to generate story ideas and content.
Marketing Coordination
- Assist in planning and executing multi-channel campaigns.
- Help maintain and update website content using our CMS.
- Coordinate project timelines, approvals, and communications with internal partners.
- Provide support for event promotion and live on-the-ground social content during key campus events.
- Ensure brand consistency and alignment across all communications.
- Diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, or a related field. Equivalent work experience will be considered.
- 1–3 years of experience in social media management, content creation, or marketing (internship/co-op experience included).
- Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to adapt voice and tone for various formats.
- Experience producing and publishing content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
- Solid understanding of social media best practices, trends, analytics, and audience engagement.
- Ability to work collaboratively while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ambrose Employees agree to uphold and sign the University’s Statement of Faith upon initial appointment and to conduct of their work in accordance with it.
- Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check and academic transcripts (if applicable).
- In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
What We Offer
- A mission-centred work environment where your creativity helps shape the future of Ambrose.
- A collaborative and supportive marketing team.
- Opportunities for professional growth in digital media, storytelling, and brand strategy as we work to elevate our digital presence.
- A vibrant campus community committed to academic excellence, spiritual formation, and holistic student development.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and 3 social media or writing samples (or a link to your portfolio) to: Human Resources at careers@ambrose.edu indicating Marketing Coordinator in the subject line. Salary expectations are available upon request. Review of applications will begin immediately but the position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been selected. Only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Ambrose University is committed to employment diversity and encourages applications from all qualified men and women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities.
Ambrose University is a private Christian university located in Southwest Calgary. The Faculty of Arts and Science offers Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees in Behavioural Science, Psychology, Christian Studies, English, General Studies, History, and Music, as well as a Bachelor of Music and a Bachelor of Science in Biology. These programs are accredited by the Ministry of Advanced Education and overseen by Campus Alberta Quality Council (CAQC). The School of Education provides a Bachelor of Education (After Degree), and the School of Business offers both a Bachelor of Business Administration and a BA in Business. The Faculty of Theology offers an undergraduate Certificate in Christian Discipleship and a Diploma in Christian Ministry. The seminary offers graduate degrees including a Master of Divinity, Master of Leadership and Ministry, Master of Intercultural Ministry, Master of Theology, and Master of Christian Studies, along with diploma and certificate options. Graduate theological studies are also available in Chinese. Ambrose is committed to the integration of Christian faith with academic discipline, with a vision for academic excellence in the service of the church and the world. For more information visit us online at www.ambrose.edu.