Position: Downtown Oakville Branding Consultant
Downtown Oakville Branding Consultant
Request for Quote/Proposal
Project Mission/Goal:
To hire a brand expert/consultant to advise the Downtown Oakville BIA Marketing Committee on a Marketing Strategy for 2012.
Objective:
To continue to position Downtown Oakville as a Destination for Shopping, Dining and Entertainment & Culture.
Project Details/Timelines:
• January 23, 2012 - Initial Presentation to Marketing Committee
• January 24, 2012 - Recommendations to be taken to the Board of Management
• February 2012 - Minimum of three quotes/proposals
• February 2012 - Choose Brand/Marketing Consultant & Approve Expenditures
• February 2012 - BIA to unveil 2012 Brand & Marketing Strategy
Criteria for Selecting a Vendor:
The Brand Consultant has a good understanding of the Downtown Oakville Business Improvement Area and has a good grasp on the past marketing initiatives and will be able to advise the Downtown Oakville BIA on the direction of the marketing program for 2012 as well as recommendations for the Downtown Oakville Brand.
The Marketing & Branding Consultant should be local and familiar with the projects of the Downtown Oakville BIA and able to work with the dynamic needs of the Downtown Oakville BIA.
Quote/proposal to include 2012 Strategy & recommendations for 2012
Please send all quotes/proposals via email to info@oakvilledowntown.com
Or by mail to:
Downtown Oakville Business Improvement Area(2nd Floor West Office)
146 Lakeshore Road East
Oakville, Ontario
L6J 1H4
Or by FAX to: (905)844-1154
Position: Cooks of all skill levels
Want to work for the winner of the Best Burger award for the past 10 years!? How about the winner of the Best Restaurant for 2011?? Well The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro has finally arrived in Oakville & we’re HIRING!
We are looking for cooks of all levels. Apply today by emailing oakville@worksburger.com or coming into our new location in the heart of Downtown Oakville.
Address: 149 Lakeshore Road East
Oakville, Ontario
L6J 1H3
Phone #: (905)337-9675
Website: www.worksburger.com
Position: Marketing Coordinator
The Downtown Oakville BIA is looking for an Marketing Coordinator to the provide the following support.
DOWNTOWN OAKVILLE BIA MARKETING COORDINATOR PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Reporting To: BIA Manager, Marketing Committee, Events Committee & Board of Management
Roles & Responsibilities:
• Under the direction of the BIA Manager, coordinate, oversee & execute all aspects of the Downtown Oakville BIA Marketing programs.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
General:
• Distribute monthly Marketing Committee agenda and minutes.
• Attend and report at monthly Marketing (morning) committee meetings.
• Attend monthly Board of Management meetings (evening)
• Compose outgoing correspondence for all marketing initiatives.
• Maintain current marketing files & databases.
Planning Process:
• Oversee the Marketing Budgets and report to the BIA Manager to ensure that the Committee is following the set budget.
• Ensure that new initiatives stemming from the Marketing Committee are brought to the Board of Management for formal approval.
Advertising:
• Book all media in accordance with the approved annual Marketing Plan.
• Maintain current files of all print advertising tear sheets.
• Attend meetings with BIA Manager to discuss and analyse advertising proposals as required.
• Work with BIA Manager, graphics company and Marketing Committee on advertising creative.
• Proof read all print prior to print deadlines.
Our Town . . . Downtown:
• With the BIA Manager and the OTDT sub-committee, manage the production of the Spring, Summer, Fall, Holiday and Winter editions of Our Town . . . Downtown.
• Work with the distribution company authorized to deliver the paper.
• Coordinate editorial and advertising outline and deadlines.
• Assist in the coordination of photography needed.
• Liaise with BIA members where needed to ensure that their articles meet deadlines.
• Proof read all editorial.
• With BIA Manager, review and evaluate final product.
BIA Annual Business Directory:
• Manage the overall timing and production of the directory to meet publication deadlines.
• Work with BIA Manager to sell advertising space to BIA members and Associate Members to help offset the cost of the production of the directory.
• Work with the Administrative Coordinator in the collection of ad copy and the distribution of all proofs for final approval.
• Oversee distribution of the directory to the BIA membership.
• Oversee expenditures and revenue generated to ensure they are within budget.
BIA Outdoor Business Directory:
• Work with BIA graphics company to produce quarterly updated panels for the outdoor BIA Business Directory.
Web-Site:
• Keep the web site production company updated with current event and marketing information.
• Update Website content on a daily basis
Social Media:
• Manage the Downtown Oakville BIA Facebook & Twitter account on a daily basis
Public Relations:
Internal
• With the direction of the BIA Manager, work on internal membership communication issues.
• Contribute articles specific to marketing and events to the monthly BIA membership newsletter.
• Network whenever possible with the general membership to promote the programs of the BIA.
• Respond to phone calls and/or inquiries, from the BIA membership, within the same working day if possible.
External
• Establish relationships with local media representatives to ensure a positive working relationship with the BIA.
• Compose and send out press releases on upcoming events and or promotions for the downtown Oakville area.
• Coordinate pre and post publicity opportunities for particular downtown Oakville events.
All Staff:
• Assist with production, collating and distribution of monthly BIA newsletter.
• Conduct membership surveys when necessary.
• Assist with membership deliveries.
• Participate in proofreading of all outgoing material.
Qualifications:
• College or university degree in Business, Marketing & Communications
• A minimum of 3-5 years Marketing experience.
• Excellent administrative and financial management skills.
• Possess leadership, exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and customer service.
• Excellent communication skills; both written and public speaking.
• Capacity, desire and experience working with diverse constituencies such as sponsors, third-party event organizers, volunteers, donors, diplomacy and maturity.
• Self-motivated; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as a member of a team.
• Maintain a positive attitude at all times and strong work ethic.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft programs including Excel, Word, Power Point,
• Experience with Microsoft Project.
• Access to a car and valid Driver’s License.
Please submit resumes with salary expectations via email – info@oakvilledowntown.com &/or by fax @(905) 844-1154 no later than January 15, 2012 to:
Downtown Oakville BIA
146 Lakeshore Road East
Oakville, ON, L6J 1H4
Attn : Suzy Godefroy
Email: suzyg@oakvilledowntown.com
* No phone calls please *
Position: Part-time to Full-time Administrative Assistant
WE ARE HIRING!
PART TIME -» FULL TIME POSITION available for Administrative Assistant for a small office in Oakville. The ideal candidate will be provided significant experience in a customer service / sales environment with computer skills and organizational abilities. Please forward your resume to: hr@avaises.com
What we look for when recruiting personnel:
•Working with unity as a team
•Pressure handling under the superior circumstances
•Team players with excellent interpersonal skills
•Strong analytical and problem solving skills
If you believe that you posses all these qualities and are ambitious for a better future, send us your resume, along with a brief cover letter at hr@avaises.com
Awais Izhar
Toll-Free Phone Number: 1 (888) 331-1245
Phone: (905) 331-1245
Fax No: (905) 331-8809
Address: 345 Lakeshore Rd, East (Suite #303)
Oakville, ON L6J 1J5
Position: Sales Representative
Murron’s Cabinetree is looking for a motivated, outgoing individual to join our staff. This could be a part time or full time position depending upon the applicant. We are looking for someone with retail sales experience, good computer skills for our web site and online store, as well as muscles for furniture delivery and store realignment. This is an interesting and good job for a good person.
Please forward resumes to anita@murrons.com or drop one off at the store.
WEBSITE: www.murrons.com
Phone: (905)338-5181
Address: 215 Lakeshore Road East
(North side inbetween George street and Dunn Street)
Oakville, Ontario
L6J 1H7
Position: Stylist
Silkeborg, Oakville’s most trendy boutique for the last nine- years, is looking for a style conscious sales associate to help take our store to the next level. We specialize in styling our clients head - to - toe in a blend of unique, up and coming domestic and European designers.
Our Silkeborg Stylist must be a self starter who has a desire to drive sales all for the love of fashion! They must exude a fashion forward image and have the ability to style customers with a superior knowledge of current trends and fit.
Additional qualifications and duties include:
1. Retail experience
2. Achieve and exceed sales goals
3. Ensure consistent standards of merchandising, maintenance and organization of the store
4. Is highly motivated, hard working, energetic, detail oriented and responsible
5. Exudes positive and bubbly personality and feels at ease interacting with customers
6. Proficiency in basic computer skills is a must
We are currently seeking candidates for full and part time hours. Availability to work weekends and holidays is important.
Silkeborg offers excellent compensation as well as generous merchandise discounts and a great incentive program.
Please send cover letter and resume to gj@silkeborg.ca or visit us at 166 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville, ON
Position: Sales Associate
Do you have a love for lingerie? If so, consider shaping your career at Linea Intima. If you are interested in becoming part of the Linea team, we’re interested to hear from you!
Contact Rebecca Ratajczyk at oakville@lineaintima.com
(just West of Towne Square next to Burrows)
Address: 196 Lakeshore Rd. E.
Oakville, ON
L6J 1H6
Phone #: (289)291-3388
Position: SALES ASSOCIATE
Are you looking for a fast paced non corporate atmosphere and have a passion for fashion?
Mainstream in Downtown Oakville is looking for experienced full-time and part-time sales associates.
PLEASE BRING IN YOUR RESUME in-person to:
90 REYNOLDS STREET, OAKVILLE
or E-MAIL: lauramainstream@aol.com
Position: Sales Person
If ever a time the term “modern classic” held its weight, this is the season.
The revival of silhouettes thought to be long gone has reappeared, bringing with them a colour palette that is as varied as it is vibrant. Collections are abundant and diverse; relaxed sportswear from Lab and Lacoste to the formal office and evening attire of Pal Zileri, the contrast is unprecedented, leaving plenty of room for creativity and uniqueness.
M for Men has the ability to adapt and rise to the occasion.
To assist in this, they are looking for the right salesperson to join their retail team. Whether you’re looking for a part time or full time opportunity, if you’re a motivated seller, we’re interested in hearing from you. Please provide a resume showing your recent retail sales experience in clothing; menswear experience a definite asset. Be prepared to join an elite team of salespeople who work as a team to provide their clients with the best menswear shopping experience in Downtown Oakville.
Please forward your resume to dana@peever.ca for consideration.
Position: PART-TIME AND FULL-TIME SALES ASSOCIATE
Our beautiful hat boutique is currently looking for experienced sales representatives to help with our sales and services. We are located on the Lakeshore in the heart of Downtown Oakville, just east of Trafalgar road. We are seeking part-time and full-time staff to be involved with our business.
Please contact us via email at hatsaby@hotmail.com or call by phone at (905)901-4381 for general submissions and questions.
We look forward to hearing from you
Position: Hair Stylist
Vibrant and Energetic Hair Stylist required with Clientele.
Please call Joe Giraldi @ 905 844-2504.
Volunteers are essential to Downtown Oakville events. The Downtown Oakville B. I. A. is looking for mature volunteers to help out during Downtown Oakville’s events.
If you have any free time that you would like to donate, please contact the Downtown Oakville BIA.