Ad Control / Admin Assistant

Black Press Media has an immediate opening for a full time Ad Controller, located in Campbell River (250 Dogwood St) or Comox Valley (407 D Fifth Street, Courtenay). This is an administration position, perfect for an organized individual with the ability to pay attention to details. This is an exciting fast-paced, team environment and the successful candidate must work well with others.

The position requires an individual that is flexible, can handle interruptions yet stay focused, can work well under deadlines and has a supportive nature. Problem-solving, decision-making and strong communication abilities will be key to success. Strong computer knowledge and the ability to learn new computer programs is essential.

Responsibilities include data entry of print and digital advertising campaigns, processing cash, credit/debit card and cheque payments, reconciling cash reports, bank deposits, account adjustments and coordinating with corporate accounting department as needed. This position is also responsible for laying out the newspaper, specialty publications and features in consultation with Publishers, Advertising Managers and Editors. Reception duties including ordering supplies, sorting mail, shipping and receiving packages and handling the main phone line are required.

This position is at the centre of the action, contributing to a team of dynamic marketing and editorial professionals. It is best suited to those who can offer our internal and external customers unparalleled gold standard service. The starting rate is $21.0 per hour.

Black Press Media is Canada’s largest private community news media company with extensive digital and newspaper properties throughout B.C., Alberta, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Alaska, Washington State and Hawaii.

If you want to be a part of our dynamic team, please send your resume and cover letter by 5:00 pm February 23, 2023 to: Artur Ciastkowski, Group Publisher Vancouver Island North, at artur.ciastkowski@blackpress.ca

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Front desk: 1 year (preferred)
• Administrative experience: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-02-23
Expected start date: 2024-03-11