Coordinator, Market Development

The Coordinator, Market Development role at Tourism Whistler supports the Travel Trade, Market Development team in driving overnight visits from key markets through strong client relationships, administrative activities, and exceptional service. The ideal candidate brings strong communication and interpersonal skills, enthusiasm, initiative, and a passion for the tourism industry and Tourism Whistler's purpose.

Requirements

• Act as a Tourism Whistler ambassador, living our purpose and vision with passion & energy, achievement and respect.
• Assist in the coordination and preparation of sales missions and tradeshows, arranging sales calls, building presentations, coordinating logistics and related follow-up.
• Organize and deliver familiarization tours for visiting clients that include member communication, preparing itineraries, and leading/hosting events.
• Prepare, facilitate, and deliver presentations to clients in-person as well as in webinar format (live and pre-recorded).
• Develops and maintains relationships with members, industry partners, community, and Travel Trade clients.
• Maintains database of clients/accounts and follows up with business opportunity leads.
• Lead the development and execution of team projects such as: Quarterly Newsletters, Trade Website updates, Destination Experience Pass coordination and themed Itinerary creation.
• Attend in-market tradeshows and events as required.
• Assist with the coordination of co-op marketing projects as needed, such as sourcing copy, video, and images.
• Assists in the development and implementation of tour operator and consumer promotions.
• Support managers with additional administrative duties as required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits for employees and their dependents, including an Employee Assistance Program and access to wellness tools like Headspace
• A wellness fund to support your health and recreation in Whistler. Think ski/snowboard or bike park pass, yoga or gym memberships, golf lessons, or other wellness offerings that support your well-being.
• An annual Health & Wellness calendar with wellness offerings to prioritize mental health and well-being
• Nine-day fortnight schedule offering work-life balance and time to enjoy the beauty of Whistler!
• Paid vacation time (3 weeks as a starting point) to relax, unwind, and adventure