TOEIC Part 7 — Reading Comprehension
Week 7 · Single Passage — Job Advertisement
Talk'n'Chat English School
Target: 4 minutes
Job advertisements: Typically contain: job title, responsibilities, required qualifications, preferred qualifications, how to apply, and deadline. Questions often ask what IS required vs what is PREFERRED — these are different.
⏱ Start time: _______ End time: _______
Questions 1–5 refer to the following job advertisement.
POSITION AVAILABLE: MARKETING COORDINATOR
Hartwell Communications — Auckland, New Zealand
Hartwell Communications, a leading public relations and digital marketing agency, is seeking a motivated and organised Marketing Coordinator to join our growing team. The successful applicant will support the senior marketing team in the planning and execution of campaigns across both traditional and digital media channels.
Key responsibilities:
• Coordinating the production of marketing materials including brochures, social media content, and email newsletters
• Maintaining and updating client databases and campaign tracking systems
• Liaising with external suppliers including designers, printers, and media buyers
• Assisting with the organisation of client events and product launches
Required qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field
• Minimum two years' experience in a marketing role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and at least one major social media management platform
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred qualifications:
• Experience with graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge of SEO and Google Analytics
The position is full-time and based at our Auckland city office. Salary is negotiable based on experience. Applications should be submitted via our website at www.hartwellcomms.co.nz. The closing date for applications is Friday, 7 April. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Question 1
What kind of company is Hartwell Communications?
(A) A software development company(B) A public relations and digital marketing agency(C) A printing and design studio(D) A media broadcasting company
Question 2
Which of the following is listed as a required qualification?
(A) Knowledge of Google Analytics(B) Experience with Adobe Creative Suite(C) Proficiency in a social media management platform(D) A postgraduate degree in communications
Question 3
What is one of the responsibilities of the Marketing Coordinator?
(A) Managing the company's financial accounts(B) Conducting market research studies(C) Liaising with external suppliers(D) Supervising a team of junior designers
Question 4
What is indicated about the salary?
(A) It is fixed at a standard industry rate(B) It depends on the number of years of experience(C) It will be confirmed after a probationary period(D) It is negotiable based on experience
Question 5
What will happen to applicants who are not shortlisted?
(A) They will receive a rejection letter(B) They will be invited for a phone screening(C) They will not be contacted(D) They will be considered for future positions
Q1 (B) — Specific detail — 'a leading public relations and digital marketing agency.'
Q2 (C) — Careful reading — Google Analytics and Adobe Creative Suite are under PREFERRED qualifications. Social media management platform is listed under REQUIRED.
Q3 (C) — Specific detail — 'Liaising with external suppliers including designers, printers, and media buyers' is listed under Key responsibilities.
Q4 (D) — Specific detail — 'Salary is negotiable based on experience.'
Q5 (C) — Specific detail — 'Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.' Therefore those not shortlisted will not be contacted.