Careers

 

We're looking for a Full-Time Marketing Assistant

What You’ll Do  

Support Remote Staff: Act as the on-site point person for our remote marketing and publicity team, helping coordinate tasks, track orders for events, update shared calendars, schedule marketing meetings and take meeting notes 
Mail & Materials Management: Organize and send advance reading copies, assist with award submissions, and manage incoming and outgoing mail and courier shipments.  
Office & File Organization: Maintain tidy, well-organized physical and digital files and databases to keep operations efficient.  
 

What You Bring  

Strong Organizational Skills: Ability to juggle multiple tasks with attention to detail, deadlines, and priorities 
Great Communication: Solid written and verbal communication skills; ability to write professionally and help proof marketing materials 
Tech Confidence: Very comfortable with computers (Windows operating systems), common office software (Outlook, Excel, Google Sheets, Adobe Acrobat) as well as adaptable to learning business specific software such as inventory management and Canada Post software 
A Valid Driver’s License for occasional errands.  

Bonus skills: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Indesign), able to format press releases, create posters, ads and other marketing materials

Why Join Us?  

Supportive Team: Work with a collaborative, creative group that values each member’s contribution.  
Engaging Work: A variety of tasks day-to-day—great for someone who enjoys learning new things and being involved in meaningful projects.  
Room to Grow: This is an entry-level role with the opportunity to build skills and advance within the company. Ideal for someone early in their career who loves books and thrives in a hybrid creative/admin role.  

$23/hr, for 40 hours per week, plus extended benefits.  Please note this is an in-person position.

 To apply, please email  a brief cover letter with your resume to info@hpdm.ca  with the subject line “Marketing Assistant"

 

Shipping Assistant (Part time)
Location: Madeira Park, BC
Schedule:  Minimum 16 hours per week (Thursdays and Fridays)

Harbour Publishing is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Shipping Assistant to help with the smooth operation of our book warehouse. 

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist with shipping and receiving of books
  • Maintain accuracy in inventory and order fulfillment
  • Follow WorkSafeBC safety standards and company policies
Qualifications:
  • Attentive to detail
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to stand for extended periods, climb ladders, and lift boxes up to 10 kg
  • Valid driver’s license
We Offer:
  • Steady hours, at least 16 hours per week
  • $22/hour
  • Supportive, team-oriented work environment
To apply, please email your resume to info@hpdm.ca  with the subject line “Warehouse Assistant"

Looking for an internship?
Internships at Harbour Publishing are usually arranged through  the UVIC, SFU and UBC co-op programs. If you are a UVic, SFU or UBC student please contact your co-op office for more details.