Public Outreach Coordinator

Part-time, based in St. John’s, work-from-home

$22/hour

15 hours a week

28 week contract (May 27-Dec 9)

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Public Outreach Coordinator reports to the Executive Director and coordinates and assists with Riddle Fence sales, marketing, and promotional endeavours, including: special event booth sales of all kinds; RF launches, readings, and special events; in-person workshops and markets; social media; periodic check-ins with our local NL retailers, and outreach to possible new retailers; and warehouse inventory counts two times a year. The Public Outreach Coordinator will attend to other duties as required and assigned by the Executive Director. This is an ideal part-time position for a writer or member of our arts community, with experience working independently/remotely.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

– inventory management

– sourcing and coordinating booth sales at specialty markets and festivals

– coordinating and assisting with any magazine launches and other special events, including the Visiting Writers Program

– set up, tear down, and sales at special events, including launches, readings, etc

– contact with local and NL retailers to help maintain inventory and communication

– online sales fulfillment

– subscriber outreach, promotion, updates, and subscription drives

– full inventory count two times a year (June and December)

– other outreach-, sales-, or events-related duties as required

– other admin tasks as required

 

SKILLS REQUIRED

Exemplary independent task management ability

Exemplary and effective interpersonal communication skills

Exemplary organizational skills

Familiarity with local arts community

Experience in public relations, sales or community outreach 

Drivers Licence and access to a vehicle an asset

Proficiency with Canva, Adobe Acrobat, Excel, Meta and Google platforms

 

SEND RESUMES WITH ONE PAGE MAXIMUM COVER LETTER to director@riddlefence.com

 

Application deadline: May 11, 2026