Why Arc’teryx
Arc’teryx is an outdoor brand driven by the belief that “Mountain Transforms Us.” Rooted in the mountains, we relentlessly pursue innovation and craftsmanship. The knowledge, discipline, and perspective shaped in mountain environments inform not only our product design, but also how we communicate our brand and connect with communities around the world.
Japan is one of Arc’teryx’s fastest-growing markets. In this role, you will play a key part in expanding the brand’s world, shaping how our stories are told, and building meaningful connections with an increasingly engaged audience.
Key Capabilities
- Exceptional communication skills across internal teams, external partners, and global stakeholders
- Strong writing and storytelling abilities, with a clear point of view on brand voice
- High curiosity and creativity, with a strong interest in new approaches, digital PR, and integrated marketing
- Ability to drive initiatives from strategy through execution with a strong get-things-done mindset
- Solid project management skills, including agency, vendor, and budget management
- Strong analytical thinking grounded in data, performance measurement, and insights
- Leadership ability to align and influence diverse stakeholders
Candidate Requirements
- Business-level English proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking)
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in PR, Communications, and/or Advertising
- Experience within fashion, lifestyle, or outdoor industries is a plus
- Strong understanding of brand philosophy and values, with the ability to communicate them authentically in one’s own voice
What You Will Gain
- Experience leading dynamic, integrated PR and advertising initiatives as a key hub between global and local teams
- Direct impact on strengthening brand presence in one of Arc’teryx’s most important growth markets
- Opportunities to co-create brand stories alongside global media, athletes, and creative partners
- The opportunity to bring the belief of “Mountain Transforms Us” to life through words, experiences, and meaningful connections
Equal Opportunity
Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.
Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core value Do Right while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate. All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values.
Leave it Better
We believe that the mountains transform us, that how we adventure matters, and that there’s always a better way.
Join us in creating positive change in ourselves, our communities, and the world.
Live it. Get out there - the mountains make us better
Disruptive evolution. In pursuit of better. Always.
Commit. We set bold objectives and see them through.
Skills Required
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in PR, Communications, and/or Advertising
- Business-level English proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking)
- Experience within fashion, lifestyle, or outdoor industries
What We Do
Arc’teryx is a global design company based in North Vancouver, B.C. that specializes in technical high-performance outerwear and equipment. We design and manufacture a wide range of mountain sports outdoor apparel and equipment for all conditions and experiences, including mountaineering, ice and rock climbing, skiing, snowboarding, and trail running. Our company is built on a passionate and relentless commitment to design, craftsmanship and performance. We have a unique construction process that enables us to create technical products that can be trusted to perform at the point of extreme need. We are uniquely positioned in our industry as we have our own factory located in New Westminster, BC, which enables us to build products with a meticulous focus on detail and performance. We leverage this manufacturing knowledge and share it with our global partner factories. In the Coast Mountain Range behind our headquarters and design centre in North Vancouver, we field test our products in real world conditions allowing us to create the best-fitting, longest-lasting, highest-performing technical products available. We distribute our outerwear and equipment through more than 3,000 retail locations worldwide, in over 40 countries globally, including 38 branded and outlet stores in Europe, North America and Asia. The company started with six employees in 1989 and now has more than 1000 employees in Canada.
