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Thank you for considering a career at Explore Edmonton Corporation!


Explore Edmonton Corporation is the visitor economy and venue management organization for Edmonton. We tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and generate inbound visitation.


We are passionate Edmontonians, aligned through a unified purpose, mission, and vision to increase the economic impact of the visitor-based economy in Edmonton:

  • Purpose: Increase the economic impact of the visitor-based economy in Edmonton.
  • Mission: To showcase and inspire more people to visit Edmonton for exceptional experiences, while also enriching the quality of life for residents, and creating economic prosperity.
  • Vision: Edmonton will be a destination of choice, delivering year-round transformational visitor and guest experiences.


We work hard to continually improve employee, guest, stakeholder, and visitor satisfaction, increase destination attraction and awareness, strengthen Edmonton experiences and events, and improve our operational excellence.


Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported.


Our core values differentiate us from other organizations. These are the common themes that unite us and helps to define our culture. We use our core values as a guidepost for consistent decision making, to empower employees and to unleash their potential as leaders. They are:

  • Public Stewardship: We have been given a tremendous responsibility to be stewards of public trust as well as the architect of bold ideas.
  • Selfless Approach: Everything we do is done in collaboration – with others on our teams, across our groups and with our stakeholders – and when we win, we win together.
  • Lead the Way: We step up. Start something. Change something. Connect and support others who are willing to take a risk – on our teams, in our city.
  • Make an Impact: When every action, big or small, can make an impact, every action contributes to building a visitor economy that matters.
  • Caring for One Another: We have a genuine commitment to the success of each other, our shareholders and our community.



Interested in joining our team? See our available career opportunities below and visit our About Us page to learn more about the organization, as well as our Venues page to learn about our award-winning venues.

Current Opportunities

Security Guard (EXPO) Open Collapsible Content

About the Position

We are searching for a dedicated and customer service focused Security Guard professional to join our team at the Edmonton EXPO Centre (EXPO). This role serves as a significant resource for our entire building, providing a full range of responsibilities surrounding EXPO events and ensuring the safety and security of staff, clients, contractors and members of the public.


The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Providing a safe and welcoming environment for staff, guests, and clients.
  • Actively monitoring and responding to alarms, crowd dynamics, individual behaviour and safety issues.
  • Conducting investigations in relation to damage, mischief or other related issues that are identified within the facility.
  • Responding to alarms and confirmation of validity for emergency services.
  • Understanding crowd dynamics, individual behaviour and safety issues and be able to intervene when necessary.
  • Enforcing policies and procedures while applying knowledge of specific acts, statues, and laws
  • Supporting organizational communication through chain of command reporting
  • Investigate and document irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes and security doors left unlocked.
  • Investigating, reporting, and documenting incidents
  • Maintaining accurate and detailed records of safety issues, incidents, and events
  • Training and monitoring Part-time Event Security Guards

The ideal candidate will have:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Alberta Security Services and Investigators Act License (SSIA License)
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
  • Ability to obtain a clean drivers’ abstract
  • ProServe and ProTect certification
  • Minimum 6 months of service industry related experience
  • Knowledge of applicable Criminal Code statutes, Provincial legislation, and Municipal bylaws
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time
  • Ability to work 12 hour shiftwork including overnights
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Standard First Aid Level C with AED, Verbal Judo, PPCT or CTSS considered an asset

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter to let us know how you feel you could make an impact along with your resume. Please submit your interest no later than July 10, 2024.

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

Tourism Research & Performance Manager Open Collapsible Content

We are Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy.


Working together in a one-team approach aligned by our core values, Explore Edmonton’s business units’ market and sell Edmonton as a year-round destination to visit, work, and play in while also developing products and experiences that have a uniquely Edmonton flavour. And by incorporating the management of the city’s two award-winning venues into Explore Edmonton, we are uniquely positioned to attract major events, meetings, and conventions to our city, generating greater economic impact. While Explore Edmonton’s mandate is focused on generating inbound visitation, what we do and how we do it also enhances and amplifies the quality of life for Edmontonians. The people who live here are our greatest ambassadors, so making it easier for them to love our city makes it easier for us to sell it.


The Shared Service Group is a team of service-minded individuals who are passionate about ensuring smart, customer-focused business processes are developed and followed. This team serves multiple internal customers and is made up of key business enablers and trusted business partners who provide superior customer service through collaboration, innovation, partnerships, and leadership to ensure the best possible user experience. In alignment with the needs of Explore Edmonton, services include providing governance advice and support, offering scalable business solutions, creating value for employees by building and facilitating connections across the organization.


The Business Systems team is responsible for developing and maintaining management systems and processes (e.g., business planning, enterprise performance management, etc.), ensuring consistency across the organization. These are designed to help drive operational efficiencies, improve decision-making and ultimately helps the organization achieve its goals.


Reporting to the Director, Business Systems, the Tourism Research & Performance Manager is responsible for industry research in support of Explore Edmonton’s operations as well as organizational strategic and business planning. This role will also be responsible for identifying, tracking, and analyzing industry measures. With this intel, the Tourism Research & Performance Manager will help identify opportunities/gaps and provide key data points to support decision-making.


The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Conducting overall industry research (environmental scan) through various channels to identify opportunities and key challenges for destination management organizations and industry partners.
  • Leading research initiatives that will support internal stakeholder’s lines of business.
  • Participating in research programs in conjunction with external industry partners (e.g., Destinations Canada, Travel Alberta) and third-party vendors.
  • Sharing research and analysis (including performance indicators) within Explore Edmonton and with the broader tourism industry.
  • Collecting and analyzing industry performance indicators from various platforms/sources; identifying trends and providing key insights and implications for the organization as well as the overall tourism industry.
  • Overlay industry performance indicators with performance measures used by Explore Edmonton’s lines of businesses to track effect/impact by the organization.
  • Support internal performance measures development, tracking, and reporting; this includes survey management.


The successful candidate will have the following:

  • Post-secondary education in business, economics, research analytics, or equivalent 
  • 5-7 years of experience in tourism market research and data management 
  • 5-7 years managing programs, projects and/or teams 
  • Detailed knowledge of tourism market data sources relevant to Edmonton and Alberta  
  • Detailed knowledge of market research techniques used to collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative information and their specific application in tourism.  
  • Thorough understanding of the tourism industry in Edmonton and Alberta and its markets, the variety of sectors and businesses that comprise the industry and their unique challenges  
  • Proficient with MS Office 
  • Power BI knowledge would be an asset 
  • Well-developed communication skills to lead discussions and facilitate consensus, as well as to communicate complicated tourism-related concepts and corresponding statistics 
  • Strong written and presentation skills  
  • Customer service oriented with the ability to build and manage client relationships.  
  • Ability to function independently as well as part of a team to collaborate for solutions.  
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to plan and manage multiple tasks. 


If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter and resume no later than July 31, 2024.


Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

Business Event Development Specialist Open Collapsible Content

About the Position

The Event Development team is looking for an Event Development Specialist to join the team! The Event Development Specialist will support the vision, planning, and implementation of event enhancements, event servicing requirements, and localized partnership opportunities for attracted business events. The purpose of this role is multilayered – it provides event planners and organizers with the best possible experience in our city by developing strong relationships, maximizing the event potential, facilitating connections to prospective partners, and making it as easy as possible to host their event in Edmonton. This role works collaboratively with various internal units, stakeholders, local businesses, suppliers, and community groups. Reporting to the Event Development Manager, Major Events, the Event Development Specialist will provide expert guidance and assistance to attracted business events hosting their event(s) in Edmonton. The Event Development Specialist will ensure event planners and organizers have the information and resources that they need to successfully achieve their goals and objectives.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Developing and overseeing ongoing updates to Events & Business Development speakers list.
  • Research and maintain the Events & Business Development volunteers contacts and relationships. Work with BDAM’s to uncover new volunteer connections through the Post Secondary Institutions and various business sectors.
  • Connecting event organizers to relevant local vendors, suppliers, businesses, and community groups/members.
  • Encouraging and inspiring event planners and organizers to explore opportunities that celebrate Treaty 6 Indigenous culture and history both authentically and respectfully.
  • Participating in ongoing Indigenous training, learning, and unlearning.
  • Working collaboratively with internal Explore Edmonton units to ensure event organizers are fully supported.
  • Providing unique project management assistance to help event planners and organizers navigate and understand the different services and offerings.
  • Work alongside Event Attraction Strategist and City of Edmonton to develop the Show Your Badge Program.
  • Facilitating kick off and debrief meetings with event planners and organizers as well as necessary internal units and stakeholders.
  • Developing and growing relationships with local suppliers, agencies, contractors, attractions, experience providers, influencers, businesses, etc.
  • Attending events, familiarization tours, site visits, media launches, event announcements, etc. as required.
  • Working closely with the Business Development Account Managers (BDAM’s) to ensure a smooth and easy transition from sales to event development for all attracted business event planners and organizers.
  • Assisting and collaborating with Business Events team on familiarization tours and site visits.
  • As required attend business, marketing, and sustainability events in relation to attracted business events. Actively contribute to annual business planning.
  • Assist with building and compiling post-event reports.
  • Support in the completion of event briefs for business events.
  • Contribute to regular team updates (ie. Huddle, wins, weekly meeting, etc.).
  • Responsible for the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of CRM system (Simpleview) to ensure Event Development information for Business Events is accurately inputted, tracked, and updated.
  • Special projects as requested.

The successful candidate will have the following:

  • Completion of a post-secondary degree, diploma, certificate, and/or equivalent years of experience in event management, marketing, tourism, and/or hospitality field.
  • 2 to 3 years of related experience in event planning, marketing, tourism, sales, or hospitality.
  • Proven experience in event planning, an asset.
  • Experience with CRM system management and Asana, considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of the tourism industry is considered an asset.
  • Critical thinking, communication, organization, problem solving, and creativity
  • Creative thinker and a can-do attitude.
  • Background in event operations.
  • Results driven, self-motivated, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Passionate about business events.
  • Is a natural relationship builder.
  • Knowledge of the City of Edmonton and Explore Edmonton products/experiences is considered an asset.
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite of Applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word) and database management.

Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.

How to Apply

If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter and resume no later than August 1, 2024.

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.

Pastry Chef de Partie (ECC) Open Collapsible Content

Elevate Your Culinary Journey With Explore Edmonton!

The Edmonton Convention Centre is seeking a Pastry Chef de Partie (CDP) to join the Pastry Team! As a Pastry CDP, you will support the Executive Pastry Chef in delivering consistently high-quality food. You will lead and mentor members of the Pastry team, observe methods of preparation and inform the team of necessary adjustments to maintain quality standards and a safe working environment.

The Edmonton Convention Centre plays a pivotal role in hosting world-class events, meetings, and conventions. If you thrive on being among exciting action and connecting with hundreds of fellow Edmontonians day or night, this is the ideal place!


What we offer to enhance your experience:

  • A competitive compensation package complemented by attractive benefits
  • Guidance from Red Seal and Award-winning chefs who will serve as your mentors
  • Opportunities to take the lead and mentor aspiring culinary talent
  • Exciting career growth prospects that sizzle
  • Flexible scheduling options to suit your lifestyle
  • Access to our Annual Scholarship Program
  • Enjoy meal discounts, exclusive fitness membership discounts, and a range of other perks designed exclusively for our valued employees


The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Developing, implementing, and executing all pastry and bakery menus
  • Preparing and baking bread, baked goods, pies, cakes, tarts, French pastries, and desserts for safe consumption
  • Ensuring that the mise en place is ready for the next day according to demands
  • Maintaining organization, timeliness and delivery of all food that is prepared by the team
  • Providing direction and assistance to the team of cooks, ensuring full utilization of employee capabilities and skill sets
  • Acting as a role model to department members by providing daily observations, direction and assistance to the team.
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
  • Establishing good working relationships with other departments


The successful candidate will have:

  • Minimum 5 years experience in a high-volume kitchen or banquet operational experience
  • Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Cook Certificate
  • A degree in culinary or hospitality management is considered an asset
  • Excellent organizational, multi-tasking and prioritization skills
  • Being comfortable in a fast-paced environment
  • Superb verbal communication and problem-solving skills
  • Well-developed sense of taste and smell


Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported daily.


Ready to take your culinary journey to the next level? We invite you to apply! Please submit your interest no later than August 23, 2024.

Demi Chef (ECC) Open Collapsible Content

Elevate Your Culinary Journey With Explore Edmonton!

The Edmonton Convention Centre is looking for a Cook 2—Demi Chef to join our Kitchen Team! This role will assist the Sous Chefs and Chef de Partie in creating a smooth day-to-day operation. Outstanding planning, preparation, and presentation of the food within their team will be of the utmost importance.

The Edmonton Convention Centre plays a pivotal role in hosting world-class events, meetings, and conventions. If you thrive on being among exciting action and connecting with hundreds of fellow Edmontonians day or night, this is the ideal place!


What we offer to enhance your experience:

  • A competitive compensation package complemented by attractive benefits
  • Guidance from Red Seal and Award-winning chefs who will serve as your mentors
  • Opportunities to take the lead and mentor aspiring culinary talent
  • Exciting career growth prospects that sizzle
  • Flexible scheduling options to suit your lifestyle
  • Access to our Annual Scholarship Program
  • Enjoy meal discounts, exclusive fitness membership discounts, and a range of other perks designed exclusively for our valued employees


The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Preparing food and observing the preparation methods: feel, taste, smell, viewing colour, texture, and garnishments.
  • Ensuring correct and timely distribution of food and products to required location under the direction of superiors.
  • Ensure proper stock rotation in all areas of the kitchen and minimize waste
  • Manage food quality and productivity by keeping detailed records under the supervision and direction of superiors.
  • Ensure the mise en place is ready for the next day according to expectations and demands.
  • Maintain a clean workstation that adheres to Albert Health Services standards.


The successful candidate will have:

  • 1-2 years experience in a high-volume kitchen or banquet operation is required.
  • Post-secondary education, with a degree in culinary or hospitality management preferred.
  • Food Safety Certificate
  • Red Seal Certificate
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment while standing for extended periods
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 24 kilograms
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to assess operations, prioritize and multitask multiple services and timelines.


Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported daily.


Ready to take your culinary journey to the next level? We invite you to apply! Please submit your interest no later than August 23, 2024.

Pastry Commis (ECC) Open Collapsible Content

Elevate Your Culinary Journey With Explore Edmonton!

The Edmonton Convention Centre is seeking a Cook 3—Commis to join our Pastry Team! This role will assist the Demi Chef and Chef de Partie in the preparation and presentation of pastry and baking, thereby ensuring that all the Edmonton Convention Centre Standards of Excellence are achieved.

The Edmonton Convention Centre plays a pivotal role in hosting world-class events, meetings, and conventions. If you thrive on being among exciting action and connecting with hundreds of fellow Edmontonians day or night, this is the ideal place!

What we offer to enhance your experience:

  • A competitive compensation package complemented by attractive benefits
  • Guidance from Red Seal and Award-winning chefs who will serve as your mentors
  • Opportunities to take the lead and mentor aspiring culinary talent
  • Exciting career growth prospects that sizzle
  • Flexible scheduling options to suit your lifestyle
  • Access to our Annual Scholarship Program
  • Enjoy meal discounts, exclusive fitness membership discounts, and a range of other perks designed exclusively for our valued employees

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Preparing and baking bread, baked goods, pies, cakes, tarts, French pastries, and desserts
  • Informing other kitchen staff of necessary adjustments to maintain quality standards and presentation.
  • Communicating daily with the Executive Pastry Chef and Chef de Partie as per requirements and production schedules.
  • Ensuring correct and timely distribution of food or products to the required location.

The successful candidate will have:

  • A minimum of 1 year of experience as a baker.
  • Ensure excellent customer service through their culinary knowledge.
  • Ability to prioritize and make quick decisions.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment will be essential.
  • Good verbal communication skills (English). A well-developed sense of taste and smell will be an asset.


Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported daily.


Ready to take your culinary journey to the next level? We invite you to apply! Please submit your interest no later than August 23, 2024.

Pastry Demi Chef (ECC) Open Collapsible Content

Elevate Your Culinary Journey With Explore Edmonton!

The Edmonton Convention Centre is looking for a Pastry Demi Chef to join our Pastry Team! This role will assist the Sous Chefs and Chef de Partie in creating a smooth day-to-day operation of the pastry kitchen. Outstanding planning, preparation, and presentation of the pastry food within their team will be of the utmost importance.

The Edmonton Convention Centre plays a pivotal role in hosting world-class events, meetings, and conventions. If you thrive on being among exciting action and connecting with hundreds of fellow Edmontonians day or night, this is the ideal place!

What we offer to enhance your experience:

  • A competitive compensation package complemented by attractive benefits
  • Guidance from Red Seal and Award-winning chefs who will serve as your mentors
  • Opportunities to take the lead and mentor aspiring culinary talent
  • Exciting career growth prospects that sizzle
  • Flexible scheduling options to suit your lifestyle
  • Access to our Annual Scholarship Program
  • Enjoy meal discounts, exclusive fitness membership discounts, and a range of other perks designed exclusively for our valued employees

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Preparing and baking bread, baked goods, pies, cakes, tarts, French pastries, and desserts
  • Feeling, tasting, and examining appearances of food prepared and cooked by pastry staff
  • Ensuring the correct and timely distribution of food and products to required location under the direction of Chef de Partie and Executive Pastry Chef
  • Communicate with the Executive Pastry Chef regarding production schedules
  • Ensure proper stock rotation in all areas of the kitchen and minimize waste, best practices for FIFO
  • Manage food quality and productivity by keeping detailed records under the supervision and direction of the Chef de Partie and Executive Pastry Chef
  • Ensure the mise en place is ready for the next day according to expectations and demands
  • Maintain a clean workstation in adherence with AHS standards

The successful candidate will have:

  • Post-secondary education, with a degree in culinary or hospitality management preferred
  • 1-2 years experience in a high-volume kitchen or banquet operation
  • Food Safety Certificate
  • Red Seal Certificate
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment while standing for extended periods
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 24 kilograms
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to assess operations, prioritize and multitask multiple services and timelines.


Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported daily.


Ready to take your culinary journey to the next level? We invite you to apply! Please submit your interest no later than August 23, 2024.

Chef de Partie (ECC) Open Collapsible Content

Elevate Your Culinary Journey With Explore Edmonton!

The Edmonton Convention Centre is seeking a Chef De Partie (CDP) to join the team! As a CDP, you will lead and mentor members of the culinary team, ensuring that the kitchen functions seamlessly on a day-to-day basis. Your passion for culinary excellence, leadership skills, and attention to detail will be vital to this role.

The Edmonton Convention Centre plays a pivotal role in hosting world-class events, meetings, and conventions. If you thrive on being among exciting action and connecting with hundreds of fellow Edmontonians day or night, this is the ideal place!


What we offer to enhance your experience:

  • A competitive compensation package complemented by attractive benefits
  • Guidance from Red Seal and Award-winning chefs who will serve as your mentors
  • Opportunities to take the lead and mentor aspiring culinary talent
  • Exciting career growth prospects that sizzle
  • Flexible scheduling options to suit your lifestyle
  • Access to our Annual Scholarship Program
  • Enjoy meal discounts, exclusive fitness membership discounts, and a range of other perks designed exclusively for our valued employees


The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Preparing food and observing the methods of preparation: feel, taste, smell, viewing colour, texture, and garnishments.
  • Developing, implementing and executing menus
  • Ensuring that the mise en place is ready for the next day according to demands
  • Maintaining organization, timeliness and delivery of all food that is prepared by the team
  • Providing direction and assistance to the team of cooks, ensuring full utilization of employee capabilities and skill sets
  • Acting as a role model to department members
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
  • Establishing good working relationships with other departments


The successful candidate will have:

  • Minimum 7-10 years experience in a high-volume kitchen or banquet operational experience
  • Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Cook Certificate
  • A degree in culinary or hospitality management is considered an asset
  • Excellent organizational, multi-tasking and prioritization skills
  • Being comfortable in a fast-paced environment
  • Superb verbal communication and problem-solving skills
  • Well-developed sense of taste and smell


Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported daily.


Ready to take your culinary journey to the next level? We invite you to apply! Please submit your interest no later than August 23, 2024.

Manager, Media Relations & Storytelling Open Collapsible Content

We are Edmonton’s Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO). We also manage two of Edmonton’s award-winning venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and the Edmonton EXPO Centre. We help tell Edmonton’s story, elevate the Edmonton experience, and drive inbound visitation and economic impact in the visitor economy.


Working together in a one-team approach aligned by our core values, Explore Edmonton’s business units’ market and sell Edmonton as a year-round destination to visit, work, and play in while also developing products and experiences that have a uniquely Edmonton flavour. And by incorporating the management of the city’s two award-winning venues into Explore Edmonton, we are uniquely positioned to attract major events, meetings, and conventions to our city, generating greater economic impact. While Explore Edmonton’s mandate is focused on generating inbound visitation, what we do and how we do it also enhances and amplifies the quality of life for Edmontonians. The people who live here are our greatest ambassadors, so making it easier for them to love our city makes it easier for us to sell it.


Managed by Explore Edmonton Corporation, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre both work toward a vision of being among North America’s top-performing venues and achieve that vision through a commitment to positive social, environmental, and economic impact. As two of Edmonton’s largest and busiest venues, the Edmonton Convention Centre and Edmonton EXPO Centre have a combined 672,000 square feet and welcome more than 1.8 million visitors every year.


The Communications and Connection team is looking for a Manager, Media Relations & Storytelling who drives Explore Edmonton’s media relations, public relations and corporate storytelling across multiple channels. Reporting to the Executive Director of Communications and Connections, the Manager, Media Relations & Storytelling will develop communications plans that engage key audiences and align with the corporation’s business goals and overall communications strategy.


The Manager, Media Relations & Storytelling will establish positive relationships with the media, stakeholders and colleagues from across the organization; respond to media enquiries, plan public relations activities, build social media strategy and oversee its execution; provide guidance on issues affecting the corporation’s reputation and emergency response; and serve as a corporate spokesperson when designated. The role combines creativity with best practices in public relations to project Explore Edmonton’s brand and build and enhance its reputation.


In concert with the Executive Director and other department managers, the Manager, Media Relations & Storytelling is responsible for the planning, project managing, delivering, evaluating and reporting on the impact of communications strategies to inspire and engage our key corporate audiences, including media, Edmontonians, employees, industry partners and the business community.

The successful candidate will:

  • Support the creation, implementation and management of Explore Edmonton’s external communications plans; lead communication and outreach initiatives and planning with guidance from the Executive Director, working closely with executive leadership, supporting departments, the Communications and Connections team and colleagues throughout the company
  • Develop strong understanding of departmental, divisional, and corporate goals and strategies and ensure they are integrated into communications and storytelling products
  • Develop assets in support of Explore Edmonton’s mandate, business priorities and business units; Identify, research, and write useful and engaging content for target audiences about the visitor economy tailored to external outlets, including industry media, social media, and mainstream news media
  • Establish metrics and KPI to evaluate the effectiveness of Explore Edmonton’s communications
  • Support Explore Edmonton’s business units in communications, public relations and storytelling
  • Develop social media strategies, assets and metrics; support daily administration of digital communication channels, primarily external
  • Develop emergency and crisis communications plans in alignment with corporate, venue and event emergency response plans
  • Advise on issues and prepare corporate messages to respond to media, stakeholder and public enquiries
  • Coach spokespersons and executives to respond in crisis situations.
  • Serve as spokesperson when designated.
  • Collaborate with Communications and Connections team members and other departments on initiatives and annual planning.
  • Align external communications needs with project and initiative communications planning.
  • Assist in the curation and development of internal corporate communications channels, including Connect – EEC's intranet.
  • Work closely with Communications and Connections colleagues to ensure digital communications approaches are considered and aligned with stakeholder relations planning and engagement.
  • Contribute to enhancing and protecting EEC’s corporate brand.
  • Help drive aligned messaging and brand storytelling across the organization and digital platforms
  • Bring forward ideas that will inform and strengthen public relations and digital strategies and tactics for the Communications and Connections teams.
  • Provide strong personal leadership that fosters a highly engaged and effective team within EEC and adheres to our values, purpose and mission.


The successful candidate will have:

  • High-energy communications professional with experience in media relations and corporate storytelling
  • Demonstrated exemplary writing and editing skills for media and public relations channels with the ability to adapt content to the medium and audience
  • Confident executive presence and presentation skills, including experience coaching leaders and handling confidential content; ability to take feedback and iterate content quickly
  • Ability to navigate between tactical communications delivery and corporate communications strategy
  • Understanding of social media, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other social media platforms
  • Strong acumen for summarizing complex information into dynamic content, video scripts, social posts and other communication tools
  • Ability to work with and be accountable to multiple stakeholders
  • Self-starter and ability to produce in a fast-paced, changing environment
  • Demonstrated attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities at work
  • Working knowledge of Canadian Press Stylebook
  • Exceptional project management skills while thriving in a quickly and constantly changing environment
  • Experience collaborating with multiple people and teams within a matrix environment and capturing key elements and details for communications products


If this role piques your interest, please submit your cover letter and resume no later than August 16, 2024.


Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported every day.