Summary Advertising And Promotions Specialist near Edmonton (AB)

National Occupational Classification update

We have updated this page to reflect the transition to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC). This means that the occupation "advertising and promotions specialist" was moved from the group Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations (NOC 1123) to the group Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations (NOC 11202).

Find key facts and figures about working as an advertising and promotions specialist. The following information is applicable to all Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations (NOC 11202).

Note that some information in this job profile is based on the 2016 version of the NOC.

Description

Professional occupations in advertising, marketing and public relations analyse, develop and implement communication and promotion strategies and information programs, analyse advertising needs and develop appropriate advertising and marketing plans, publicize activities and events, and maintain media relations on behalf of businesses, governments and other organizations, and for performers, athletes, writers and other talented individuals. They are employed by marketing and consulting firms, advertising agencies, corporations, associations, government, social agencies, museums, galleries, public interest groups, and cultural and other organizations, or they may be self-employed. Agents such as entertainment, literary and sports agents are included in this unit group.

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Requirements

University

This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).

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Wages

$33.85/hour

Median wage in the Edmonton Region

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Prospects

Moderate

The job prospects are fair in the Edmonton Region

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Jobs

77 jobs

advertised near Edmonton (AB)

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Skills

  • Train and supervise staff
  • Act as spokesperson for an organization
  • Advise clients on advertising or sales promotion strategies
  • Answer written and oral inquiries
  • Assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters and other material

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