JOB POSITION – EVENT & SOCIA MEDIA COORDINATOR (TEMPORARY CONTRACT)
Trico Homes is an incredible team of dedicated people building outstanding homes and communities in and surrounding Calgary, AB. We are continually recognized as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies and one of the Best Workplaces in Canada. And that shows clearly in our culture. We emphasize work-life balance and focus on learning and development, innovation, and fun at work. Trico Homes is dedicated to equality and inclusion in the workplace and we invite you to join our team today to help us build on our success, and build your career at one of Canada’s best places to work!
Our success is your success. Want to join our team?
We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Event & Social Media Coordinator!
This is a full-time temporary position from May – August 2026.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Marketing Team Lead, the Event & Social Media Coordinator will provide support to Trico Group’s core marketing team during the busy summer season. This role will work closely with the Social Media Specialist and Marketing Coordinator to support social media initiatives, marketing coordination, and event planning and execution across the organization.
The successful candidate will take ownership of organizing and coordinating events, assist with day-to-day marketing activities, and contribute to the development of engaging social media content. This role is ideal for a highly organized, creative, and energetic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys both planning and hands-on execution.
In addition, the Event & Social Media Coordinator may provide support for Trico Group marketing initiatives as required, including Trico Homes, Trico Communities, Trico LivingWell, Egg & Spoon, and Fuse Fitness Studio.
Job Duties
Event Coordination
- Coordinate and execute company events, soft & grand openings, community activations, sponsorships, and internal team events as required
- Manage event logistics including vendor coordination, setup/takedown, supplies, signage, giveaways, and timelines
- Work with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful event execution
- Attend and support events outside regular business hours as required
- Track event needs, schedules, and post-event follow-up/reporting
Social Media Support
- Assist in creating, developing, and maintaining content across social media channels including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and other platforms
- Create short-form videos, reels, stories, and event-related content
- Support the planning and scheduling of social media calendars
- Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and social inquiries in a timely and professional manner
- Assist with capturing photo and video content during events and community activities
Marketing Coordination Support
- Provide administrative and coordination support to the marketing team as needed
- Support marketing campaigns, advertising initiatives, and special projects
- Assist with proofreading, editing, and coordinating creative assets
- Maintain status updates and support ongoing marketing initiatives
- Attend meetings, committee meetings, and team planning sessions as required
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Marketing, Marketing Team Lead and Executive Team
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in first or second year post-secondary education in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Event Management, Business, or a related field
- Strong interest in marketing, social media, event planning, and communications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Creative mindset with an eye for social media trends and content creation
- Experience using social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok considered an asset
- Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Hootsuite, or similar marketing tools is considered an asset
- Positive attitude with strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends for events
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
Work Conditions
- Temporary contract position from May through August
- Hours may vary depending on event schedules and business needs
- Evening and weekend work may be required for events
- Time off in lieu will be provided for approved additional hours worked
- Travel within the city & surrounding communities may be required
- Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
Why Join Trico?
- Opportunity to lead a new mid‑rise development in Calgary’s growing multi‑family sector
- Strong pipeline of future mid‑rise and multi‑family projects
- Supportive, well‑resourced construction team and award‑winning culture focused on people, development, and innovation
Closing Date: Until suitable candidates are found.
We appreciate the interest of all candidates, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that a security clearance will be part of the recruitment process.
