Marketing Coordinator (Summer Student Job)
Saskatchewan Jazz Festival, Saskatoon
Deadline: February 02, 2026 - March 31, 2026
Marketing Coordinator
Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Inc. (Saskatoon, SK)
Contract Dates: May 1 - July 24, 2026
Location: Saskatoon, Sask., Located on Treaty 6 territory, which includes the Nêhiyawak (Cree) as original signatories and is the traditional homeland of the Métis Nation. We also acknowledge the contributions of the Dakota and Round Prairie Métis peoples in establishing our city of Saskatoon and we extend our appreciation for the opportunity to live, work, and create on this beautiful territory
The position:
Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Inc. (SJF) is seeking to fill a summer student position in the role of Marketing Coordinator. Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Coordinator, The Marketing Coordinator will assist in the planning and operations of the 2026 Saskatchewan Jazz Festival with a focus on the marketing and promotion of the event. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in major event marketing and sponsorship fulfillment while coordinating with various stakeholders to deliver a high-quality entertainment experience.
The organization:
SJF presents Saskatchewan’s premier music event, the Saskatchewan Jazz Festival. This international jazz festival fosters, promotes, and presents an artistically significant festival of jazz and related music annually. The festival provides opportunities to showcase Saskatchewan musicians and educational experiences for the people of Saskatchewan.
The first festival took place in Saskatoon during the summer of 1987. Today it has become the second largest festival of its kind in Western Canada and each summer the SJF plays host to hundreds of world class artists in Saskatoon. Thousands of music fans attend to devour the sounds of jazz, blues, funk, pop, and world music, with a program that spans as many genres as it does continents.
The candidate:
SJF is looking for an individual who can help streamline festival operations in a manner that ensures inclusivity, prioritizes efficiency and high-quality performances, and fosters community ownership and impact. The successful candidate will:
-Assist in the creation and posting of social media content as indicated by the festival content calendar
-Assist with graphic design for print and digital assets
-Liaise with festival media partners and assist in the creation of traditional advertisements as indicated by the festival marketing plan
-Assist in the fulfillment of sponsorship contracts, ensuring that all sponsors & funders receive benefits as indicated in their contracts
-Collect content throughout the festival including (but not limited to) Artist performances, vendors, patrons, volunteers, sponsors, funders, and community leaders
-Assist in the creation and scheduling of mainstage slides and other assets needed at Victoria Park
-Assist in the creation of printed materials including signage for the festival site
-Assist with photography during the festival (photography skills considered an asset)
-Participate in and oversee various administrative marketing duties as needed and assigned
The SJF is a not-for-profit and the Marketing Coordinator must work successfully with a wide variety of people and organizations in various capacities.
The Marketing Coordinator is expected to achieve their required outcomes while keeping the best interests of the festival, festival staff, volunteers, board, partners, and the community at the core of their decision making.
The Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Inc. prioritizes respect as a key tenant of our staff culture and strives to create a work environment in which all employees are respected, encouraged, and valued for their individual contributions.
Qualifications
-High school diploma or equivalent.
-Current post-secondary students in marketing and administrative disciplines may be well suited to this position.
-Interest in the live events industry and non-profit organizations are assets.
Compensation
$16.00/hr
Position Requirements
-Must be bondable and obtain a criminal record check prior to commencing work.
-Basic understanding of social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and Tik Tok is essential
-Employees of the Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Inc. may not perform as an artist, technician, manager, or agent during the Saskatchewan Jazz Festival or any additional programming presented by the SJF. With approval of the Executive Director, employees may participate in these activities at other festivals or venues, provided their participation does not conflict with the required outcomes of their employment.
TO APPLY
Email your resume and cover letter to the Executive Director at shannon@saskjazz.com
For more information, please visit our website at www.saskjazz.com or contact us by email at shannon@saskjazz.com
Apply early, interviews will begin in April. We thank all who apply for the position which will close March 30, 2026
We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage applications from members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Inc. (Saskatoon, SK)
Contract Dates: May 1 - July 24, 2026
Location: Saskatoon, Sask., Located on Treaty 6 territory, which includes the Nêhiyawak (Cree) as original signatories and is the traditional homeland of the Métis Nation. We also acknowledge the contributions of the Dakota and Round Prairie Métis peoples in establishing our city of Saskatoon and we extend our appreciation for the opportunity to live, work, and create on this beautiful territory
The position:
Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Inc. (SJF) is seeking to fill a summer student position in the role of Marketing Coordinator. Reporting to the Marketing & Communications Coordinator, The Marketing Coordinator will assist in the planning and operations of the 2026 Saskatchewan Jazz Festival with a focus on the marketing and promotion of the event. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in major event marketing and sponsorship fulfillment while coordinating with various stakeholders to deliver a high-quality entertainment experience.
The organization:
SJF presents Saskatchewan’s premier music event, the Saskatchewan Jazz Festival. This international jazz festival fosters, promotes, and presents an artistically significant festival of jazz and related music annually. The festival provides opportunities to showcase Saskatchewan musicians and educational experiences for the people of Saskatchewan.
The first festival took place in Saskatoon during the summer of 1987. Today it has become the second largest festival of its kind in Western Canada and each summer the SJF plays host to hundreds of world class artists in Saskatoon. Thousands of music fans attend to devour the sounds of jazz, blues, funk, pop, and world music, with a program that spans as many genres as it does continents.
The candidate:
SJF is looking for an individual who can help streamline festival operations in a manner that ensures inclusivity, prioritizes efficiency and high-quality performances, and fosters community ownership and impact. The successful candidate will:
-Assist in the creation and posting of social media content as indicated by the festival content calendar
-Assist with graphic design for print and digital assets
-Liaise with festival media partners and assist in the creation of traditional advertisements as indicated by the festival marketing plan
-Assist in the fulfillment of sponsorship contracts, ensuring that all sponsors & funders receive benefits as indicated in their contracts
-Collect content throughout the festival including (but not limited to) Artist performances, vendors, patrons, volunteers, sponsors, funders, and community leaders
-Assist in the creation and scheduling of mainstage slides and other assets needed at Victoria Park
-Assist in the creation of printed materials including signage for the festival site
-Assist with photography during the festival (photography skills considered an asset)
-Participate in and oversee various administrative marketing duties as needed and assigned
The SJF is a not-for-profit and the Marketing Coordinator must work successfully with a wide variety of people and organizations in various capacities.
The Marketing Coordinator is expected to achieve their required outcomes while keeping the best interests of the festival, festival staff, volunteers, board, partners, and the community at the core of their decision making.
The Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Inc. prioritizes respect as a key tenant of our staff culture and strives to create a work environment in which all employees are respected, encouraged, and valued for their individual contributions.
Qualifications
-High school diploma or equivalent.
-Current post-secondary students in marketing and administrative disciplines may be well suited to this position.
-Interest in the live events industry and non-profit organizations are assets.
Compensation
$16.00/hr
Position Requirements
-Must be bondable and obtain a criminal record check prior to commencing work.
-Basic understanding of social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, and Tik Tok is essential
-Employees of the Saskatchewan Jazz Festival Inc. may not perform as an artist, technician, manager, or agent during the Saskatchewan Jazz Festival or any additional programming presented by the SJF. With approval of the Executive Director, employees may participate in these activities at other festivals or venues, provided their participation does not conflict with the required outcomes of their employment.
TO APPLY
Email your resume and cover letter to the Executive Director at shannon@saskjazz.com
For more information, please visit our website at www.saskjazz.com or contact us by email at shannon@saskjazz.com
Apply early, interviews will begin in April. We thank all who apply for the position which will close March 30, 2026
We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage applications from members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.