Overview
Digital Marketing Specialist (Entry-Level) Jobs in Guelph, Ontario, Canada at HiddenGem Media
Company Overview
HiddenGem Media is a leading digital marketing agency dedicated to the vacation rental industry. We partner with unique, independently owned hospitality brands to help them move beyond platforms like Airbnb, empowering them to take control of their bookings, build brand equity, and drive long-term growth.
From scroll-stopping Instagram and TikTok reels to high converting email campaigns and more, we manage every part of the digital marketing funnel so our clients can focus on what they do best: hospitality.
We're an enthusiastic, tight-knit team that brings together creative energy, strategic thinking, and a high-performance mindset. Our culture is grounded in PASSION for the work we do, TEAMWORK that amplifies results, and INNOVATION that keeps us ahead of the curve. We operate on clear systems and proven processes that empower our team to scale impact, stay organized, and deliver industry-leading results. As we continue to grow, we're looking for sharp, motivated individuals eager to make an impact and help shape the future of vacation rental marketing in an ever-evolving digital world.
Learn More About Us:
- Website: https://hiddengem.media/
- Our Team: https://hiddengem.media/team/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiddengem.stays
- Founder YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@dustinbaker/videos
Client Highlights:
- Evergreen Cabins – IG: @evergreen_cabins | Website: evergreencabins.co
- FLOHOM – IG: @flohom_ofc | Website: flohom.com
- CoHost Company – IG: @thecohostcompany | Website: thecohostcompany.com
- Treetop Escapes – IG: @treetop.escapes | Website: staytreetopescapes.com
Why We're Hiring
As our client base continues to expand, we are looking for a dedicated Marketing Assistant to join our growing production team. While our Account Managers focus on onboarding and building the strategic foundation of the marketing funnel, our team of Marketing Assistants is responsible for fueling and growing that funnel through high-volume, high-quality output. This is a hands-on position for someone who wants to master the art of digital execution alongside a group of like-minded creatives.
Who You Are
This role is the perfect fit if you are:
- A proactive, creative thinker with a genuine passion for social media, storytelling, and travel.
- A time management pro who is focused, efficient, detail-oriented, and able to maintain high-quality work, even with repetitive or detail-heavy tasks.
- A fast learner eager to take initiative, comfortable with self-guided problem-solving, and excited to grow.
- Adaptable and unbothered by shifting priorities in a fast-moving, startup-style environment.
- Energized by collaboration and feedback, seeing constructive input as an opportunity to learn.
Summary of Role
As a Marketing Assistant, you play a key role in carrying out the day-to-day marketing for a portfolio of client accounts. Your primary focus is creating and scheduling Instagram Reels/TikToks and email campaigns that help clients grow a loyal, engaged audience, stay top of mind, and drive direct bookings. This is a hands-on, high-output role for someone who thrives on the execution side of marketing-turning strategy into polished, on-brand deliverables across multiple brands. Working closely with the Account Management team, you will help keep client marketing moving forward through consistent content production, strong attention to detail, and reliable execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Social Media Content Creation: Create and schedule compelling short-form content-including Reels, Carousels, and Stories-that hooks viewers instantly, highlights each brand's value, encourages engagement, and turns viewers into interested potential guests.
- Email Marketing: Create and schedule email campaigns tailored to each client's brand, audience, and goals using a mix of value-driven and promotional content to nurture the audience, build trust over time, and drive direct bookings.
- Data Collection & Reporting: Record weekly social media and email performance data to identify insights and inform ongoing strategy improvements for each client.
- Account Management Support: Assist Account Managers with additional tasks as needed to support day-to-day client management and overall account success.
- Project Management: Manage tasks and deadlines within Asana to maintain an organized workflow and provide the Account Management team with visibility into the production pipeline.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with the team to support client success, share feedback, and contribute to a strong, collaborative environment as the company grows.
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Take initiative in identifying new ideas, creative opportunities, and process improvements that strengthen content performance and improve execution.
Qualifications
Must-Have:
- Familiarity and passion for creating short-form video content (using the Instagram editor, CapCut, or similar tools) and the ability to follow visual and copy-based content templates.
- Confident using Instagram features, including Reels, Stories, tagging, commenting, and DMs.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines consistently.
- Strong Canva skills and a good eye for clean, on-brand design.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and holds a strong sense of personal ownership over all work.
- Team-oriented yet able to work independently; comfortable collaborating closely but also productive working solo.
- Eager to learn, open to feedback, and motivated to grow in a fast-paced environment.
- Genuine interest in travel, hospitality, and a passion for helping businesses grow.
Good to Have:
- Prior experience with social media marketing/management in a professional setting
- Experience with scheduling tools like Meta Business Suite
- Experience with email marketing and/or CRM software
Job Details
Salary: $40,000 – $50,000/year
Benefits:
- Extended health and dental coverage
- Paid time off
Perks:
- Hybrid Flexibility: After the first 3 months, Marketing Assistants may work from home on select days of the week while maintaining regular in-office collaboration.
- Casual Work Environment: Enjoy casual dress and a startup-style atmosphere.
- Team Culture: Be part of a team culture grounded in our core values of passion, teamwork, and innovation-one that celebrates wins, supports growth, and has fun along the way.
***HOW TO APPLY***
To be considered for this role, please complete the steps below.
1. Prepare your application materials
Before starting the application form, please have the following ready:
- Your resume
- A link to your portfolio or relevant work samples
- A short video introduction *Optional but encouraged* (~2-3 mins)
In your video, please answer:
- Tell us a bit about yourself
- What interests you about HiddenGem Media?
- Why do you think you’re a great fit for this role?
2. Submit your application via Google Form
Once everything is ready, complete the application form and upload/provide all required materials here: https://forms.gle/wCE9Tm2Ni66heU2H8
We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply and look forward to learning more about you!
Title: Digital Marketing Specialist (Entry-Level)
Company: HiddenGem Media
Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada
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