Description
Position Summary
Under the general direction of the Executive Director, Casino Marketing & Player Development, the Manager, International Marketing Development will primarily be focused on developing and implementing effective strategies to build awareness, penetrate and acquire new VIP guests from international markets and domestic markets of international background, drive play to Great Canadian Entertainment properties. The position will require teamwork with Marketing and Player Development to organize and implement event-driven and promotional initiatives to attract, retain, grow and sustain the international market segment. The position ensures adherence to the Company's policies and procedures, motivates and leads by example and supports Great Canadian's learning environment while establishing a safe and welcoming work environment for all team members. The position will require flexible work hours outside of regular business hours.
Key Accountabilities
- Develops and implements promotional initiatives to increase premium gaming activity, fosters relationship with new and potential premium and VIP international players
- Develops and foster relationships with key international media, government officials, community leaders (foreign and domestic); airlines and travel agencies; assists with negotiations of commission structures and other incentive programs to drive foreign interest
- Helps in the development of annual plans and budgets that incorporates advertising and promotions to support International Marketing Development strategy.
- Spearheading research driven initiatives to effectively inform marketing efforts, including situational and competitive analysis and consumer insights with the Asian and similar international markets.
- Assisting with brand strategy platforms and integrated marketing campaigns; becoming a key voice in the creation, development, transformation and introduction of the new brand property
Education and Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in marketing, tourism, player development, gaming, public relations, hospitality, advertising or business management required.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a gaming or 5 years in a hospitality role preferred.
- Minimum 2 years leadership experience.
- Bi/Trilingual is an asset.
- Excellent organizational, communication (verbal and written) and leadership skills.
- Ability to demonstrate a high level of responsibility and good judgment.
- Proven sales and marketing experience in hotel or food/beverage industry is a major asset.
- Strong leadership qualities with the ability to work alone and in team environments.
- Strong computer skills in Google Looker, MS Office Suite such as Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, advanced levels an asset specifically in ROI and analysis.
- Ability to exceed internal and external guest expectations through timely, effective and service oriented communication.
- A commitment to continually increase your knowledge of our products and services in order to offer exceptional experiences to our guests.
- Ability to successfully obtain a Gaming License
- Bilingual (English/French) is an asset but not required
Work Environment Considerations
- Work within a 24/7 operation with ability to work flexible hours when required (days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays)
- Must be willing to submit to a criminal record check with results acceptable to our organization, standards and position.
Great Canadian Entertainment is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we welcome all qualified applicants to apply to join our team of unique contributors. We accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process and applicants are encouraged to advise Human Resources in advance if an accommodation is required. We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those qualified to continue in the recruitment process.