Eager to lead communications strategy, and contribute my video production and social media skills to a high-paced environment. I focus on accessible civic storytelling that brings Calgarians closer together and makes complex urbanism topics relatable. As a Content & Media Director/Volunteer Chair, and Campaign Coordinator, I collaborate with activist and community stakeholders to strengthen public awareness, improve organic reach through consistent messaging, and support engagement through video, social media, and outreach.

Hazen Ellwood

Eager to lead communications strategy, and contribute my video production and social media skills to a high-paced environment. I focus on accessible civic storytelling that brings Calgarians closer together and makes complex urbanism topics relatable. As a Content & Media Director/Volunteer Chair, and Campaign Coordinator, I collaborate with activist and community stakeholders to strengthen public awareness, improve organic reach through consistent messaging, and support engagement through video, social media, and outreach.

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Eager to lead communications strategy, and contribute my video production and social media skills to a high-paced environment.

I focus on accessible civic storytelling that brings Calgarians closer together and makes complex urbanism topics relatable.

As a Content & Media Director/Volunteer Chair, and Campaign Coordinator, I collaborate with activist and community stakeholders to strengthen public awareness, improve organic reach through consistent messaging, and support engagement through video, social media, and outreach.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Outreach and Communications Coordinator (Contract, Part-time) at Point Blank Creative
May 1, 2025 - May 1, 2026
Managed social media and supported video production for Calgary’s Future and WaterNotCoal campaigns. Contributed to graphic design and community engagement, improving organic reach with consistent, engaging, informative content and translating multiple policy perspectives into accessible messaging.
Chair / Content and Media Director (Volunteer) at Unsprawling Calgary Society
May 1, 2024 - Present
Co-founded the Society to bring Calgarians closer together through accessible storytelling of civic affairs in Calgary. Strengthens connections between activist community stakeholders and public awareness of urbanism by planning and producing content for high-visibility communications.
City / Intern Community Director (Seasonal) at SEASONAL (hybrid) with J5 and Shawnee-Evergreen Community Association
May 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Created and implemented a social media strategy for community engagement programs in collaboration with J5 and the Shawnee-Evergreen Community Association. Designed and posted promotional graphics informed by community feedback, and facilitated promotional events.
Cabinemaker Apprentice (Full-time) at Executive Millwork Inc.
July 30, 2021 - March 29, 2024
Cabinemaker apprenticeship role including hands-on and shop-based manufacturing work, applying cabinermaking theory and practice in a full-time environment.

Education

Apprentice Cabinetmaker at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2024
3rd Year training completed
Open Studies at University of Calgary
September 1, 2023 - July 21, 2026
4.00 GPA
High School Diploma at James Fowler High School
September 1, 2017 - July 1, 2020
Arts-Centred Learning

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Government, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Real Estate & Construction