Annex Business Media | Canada | Publishing | Printing | Magazine

Events Manager

At Annex Business Media, we believe that our values and unique culture are cornerstones to our success and why we consistently outperform the industry. Events are the fastest growing part of the Annex Business Media portfolio, and we’re looking for someone to help continue to drive that growth. With close to 50 business-to-business events and counting, we are looking for a motivated and creative event manager to join our existing event management team.

A consummate service provider, you have a track record of wowing both internal and external customers. We are looking for someone who has an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to work in a high-performance and agile culture.

What you will do:

You will manage the full event cycle from inception to culmination, including planning, budgeting, marketing, sourcing venues, on site set-up/tear down and post-event review.
You will provide support to a variety of events in different industries, managing the details around registration, customer service, marketing, logistics, exhibits, websites, service providers and more.
Working closely with our media teams, you will partner with both internal support staff and external service providers to create fantastic live experiences while meeting budgets and ROR targets.

What the ideal Annex candidate looks like:

You have a post-secondary education in a related field combined with a minimum of three years’ experience in the event or related project management sphere.
You possess a proven track record of working with teams to bring multiple, simultaneous projects to completion.
Flexibility to travel and to work evenings or weekends as required.
Ability to work together to achieve the best results and a proven can do/will do attitude.
Great organizational and time management abilities.
Outgoing personality and comfort in social settings.
Track record of going above and beyond to deliver the unexpected.
Strong work ethic and willingness to adapt in a constantly evolving media business.

What we will offer:

You’ll enjoy the progressive benefits, continuing education opportunities and great office environment you’d expect from an industry innovator. You’ll be a part of a highly experienced and cohesive team who know the business inside and out. If you are ready to dive in and show what you are capable of, please send a cover letter and resumé, indicating why you are the best person for the job to talent@annexbusinessmedia.com .

Deadline to apply is June 26, 2018

Editor - Electrical Business

Do you love to create content? Do you have an interest in the technologies that power our lives? If YES, then Annex Business Media wants to hear from you. The editor of Electrical Business Magazine (EBMag.com) has been promoted, creating an exciting editorial opportunity for you!

For 50+ years, Electrical Business Magazine has been THE town hall of Canada’s professional electrical community, which comprises: electrical engineers, contractors and specifiers; manufacturers, distributors and agents; regulatory bodies, inspectors and associated stakeholders.

We communicate with this dynamic industry via numerous platforms: print, website, videos, webinars, newsletters, social media... you get the idea.

Annex, Canada’s largest B2B media company, is looking for someone who can supply the high-quality content that our audience has come to expect and rely on; someone who matches our values and our passion for multimedia content to enrich the knowledge of our loyal audience.

What you will do:

Working with your publisher and teammates, lead the content strategy, direction, and execution of the entire brand across multiple platforms, including print, website, eNewsletters, social media, video, webinars and events.
Drive all digital and social media platforms, including creating and sharing high-quality content, as well as exploring ways to expand the brand’s audience and reach.
Produce original content for our magazine, as well as manage each issue from beginning to end.
Deliver engaging, timely and relevant online content, with a focus on producing interactive media like videos and podcasts, and improving audience metrics.
Maintain, foster and build relationships with content contributors, industry experts, associations and partners from coast-to-coast.
As part of a team, develop and launch new products and services that will benefit the brand’s loyal and expanding audience.
Attend company and industry events to better connect with your market and readers.
Innovate and act on emerging trends and needs within the media world and your industry.

What the ideal Annex candidate looks like:

In addition to a degree/diploma in journalism or related field, you have a minimum of three years of experience in professional content creation.
You are comfortable and/or have experience with all forms of media communication, including (but not limited to) print, websites, video and social media.
You are collaborative, able to work with your team in pursuit of the best results.
You possess a can do/will do attitude. You take ownership.
You are curious and love to learn new things.
You’re organized, with an outgoing personality, and are comfortable in social settings.
You possess a strong work ethic and willingness to adapt in a constantly evolving media business.

What we offer:

As part of the Annex family, you’ll enjoy the progressive benefits, continuing education opportunities and great office environment you’d expect from an industry innovator. You’ll also get a chance to work with a media group that that knows the business inside and out. You will appreciate the autonomy to get the job done, as well as the support and encouragement to launch your best ideas.

To apply, please send a cover letter, résumé, and links to writing samples to, talent@annexbusinessmedia.com

Editors - Manufacturing

Do you have an interest in manufacturing? Do you love to create content? Well, if you answered yes to either of these questions (especially the second one), then Annex Business Media wants to hear from you. The current editors of Manufacturing Automation and Machinery and Equipment MRO have been promoted, creating two editorial opportunities within our manufacturing team – one of these could be your next role.

For both of these positions, Annex, Canada’s largest B2B media company, is looking for someone who can supply the high-quality content that our audience has come to expect and rely on; someone who matches our values, and our passion to use content —in print, in digital and across all of the other multi-media platforms — to enrich the knowledge of our loyal audience.

What you will do:

Lead the content strategy, direction, and execution of the entire brand across multiple platforms, including print, website, eNewsletters, social media, video, webinars and events
Drive all digital and social media platforms, including creating and sharing high-quality content, as well as exploring ways to expand the brand’s audience and reach
Produce original content for our magazine, as well as manage each issue from beginning to end
Deliver engaging, timely and relevant online content, with a focus on producing interactive media like videos and podcasts, and improving audience metrics
Maintain, foster and build relationships with freelance writers, content contributors, and industry experts, associations and partners from coast to coast, and internationally
As part of a team, develop and launch new products and services that will benefit the brand’s loyal and expanding audience, both in print and digital
Attend company and industry events to better connect with your market and readers.
Innovate and act on emerging trends and needs within the media world and your industry

What the ideal Annex candidate looks like:

In addition to a degree/diploma in journalism or related field, you have a minimum of three years experience in editing, writing or journalism.
Comfort and/or experience with all forms of media communication, including but not limited to print, websites, video and social media.
Ability to work together to achieve the best results and proven can do/will do attitude. You take ownership over all you do.
Great organizational abilities, as well as excellent computer skills.
Outgoing personality and comfort in social settings.
Track record of going above and beyond to deliver the unexpected.
Strong work ethic and willingness to adapt in a constantly evolving media business.

Accessibility

For assistance with accommodation issues regarding the submission of your resume and/or interview requirements, please contact Human Resources at Annex Business Media.