Hi, I’m Frances Takach, a multi-disciplinary creative and administrative professional based in Victoria, BC. I blend marketing, writing, and visual storytelling to help individuals and brands grow with heart and clarity. My work spans music marketing, editing, tutoring, makeup artistry, and photography, with a focus on empowering people through creative collaboration and mindful communication.…

Frances Takach

Hi, I’m Frances Takach, a multi-disciplinary creative and administrative professional based in Victoria, BC. I blend marketing, writing, and visual storytelling to help individuals and brands grow with heart and clarity. My work spans music marketing, editing, tutoring, makeup artistry, and photography, with a focus on empowering people through creative collaboration and mindful communication.…

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Hi, I’m Frances Takach, a multi-disciplinary creative and administrative professional based in Victoria, BC. I blend marketing, writing, and visual storytelling to help individuals and brands grow with heart and clarity.

My work spans music marketing, editing, tutoring, makeup artistry, and photography, with a focus on empowering people through creative collaboration and mindful communication.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing Director & Marketing and Content Strategist at Alias Marketing
November 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Led branding, content strategy, and social media management for Alias Marketing and its Victoria satellite. Coordinated branding, merchandise, and client communications with a women-led team; ensured high-quality deliverables and client success.
Marketing for Musicians at Frances Hope Music
February 1, 2023 - Present
Marketing for musicians, art collectives, production studios; coached songwriting and PR, social media marketing; supported artists locally and internationally.
Content Creation & UGC at Hope PR & Marketing
January 1, 2020 - Present
Content creation and user-generated content management for wellness, health and beauty, lifestyle and travel brands; supported PR campaigns.
Creative Learning Tutoring at Creative Learning Tutoring
May 1, 2020 - Present
Teaching English, creative writing, songwriting and music, drama, ESL; focus on songwriting through mental health and trauma; PR and social media coaching for musicians.
Creative Ambassador at Haus of Owl
March 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Attended meetings and events, assisted with filming video and photography, social media marketing, newsletter creation, website maintenance, and virtual songwriting classes; supported event planning.
Spa Coordinator at The Parkside Hotel & Spa
July 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Front desk responsibilities with focus on skincare, housekeeping coordination, guest hosting and maintaining reception area.
Social Media & Front Desk Coordinator and Makeup Artist at Align Hair Salon
September 1, 2020 - November 30, 2020
Increased Facebook engagement; organized inventory, booked appointments, improved makeup studio setup; attracted new clients through marketing and design.
ESL Teacher at inlingua Victoria
July 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019
Contractual summer ESL teaching; delivered English language instruction.
ESL Teacher at Virtually
January 1, 2020 - June 30, 2020
Virtual ESL instruction; developed lesson plans and tailored to learners.
Receptionist/Makeup Artist at designHouse Salon
November 1, 2018 - February 28, 2019
Reception/front desk; inventory; answering phones and emails; booked appointments; client service.
Receptionist/Makeup Artist at U RETREAT
April 1, 2018 - September 30, 2018
Reception and makeup artistry; scheduling; product sales and client service.
Whole Foods Cashier at Whole Foods
August 1, 2017 - March 31, 2018
Cashier and floater; customer interactions and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
Assistant Team Leader at Aveda
September 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017
Assistant team leader; coordinated weekly reports, team progress, and event makeup artistry; wellness knowledge.
Coordinator at Hennessey Salon and Spa
April 1, 2016 - August 31, 2016
Answered telephones, booked appointments, coordinated stylists and clients; front desk duties.
Wellness Coach at SAJE Natural Wellness
February 1, 2013 - January 31, 2014
Wellness coaching; product knowledge and aromatherapy; customer sales.
Design Studies Research Assistant at University of Alberta
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Assisted design studies research; community design project integration into design education.
PR & Marketing, Content Creation & Social Media Manager at Hope PR & Marketing
January 1, 2020 - Present
Provided PR and marketing services, content creation, and user-generated content management for wellness, health and beauty, lifestyle and travel brands.
Tutor (English, Creative Writing, Songwriting and Music) at Creative Learning Tutoring
May 1, 2020 - Present
Teaching English, creative writing, songwriting and music; focusing on songwriting through mental health and coaching PR and social media for musicians and artists.
Makeup Artist (Freelance) at Self-Employed
April 1, 2017 - Present
Freelance makeup artistry for events and photo/video shoots with client consultations and on-site services.
ESL Teacher at inlingua Victoria
July 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Contractual ESL teaching role; summer 2023.
Publication Contributor at Diary of An Anorexic Girl
January 1, 2010 - Present
Published diary entry in Young Isabelle Miller Anthology.
Content Creation and UGC Specialist at Hope PR & Marketing
January 1, 2020 - Present
Content creation and user-generated content management for local and international wellness, health, beauty, lifestyle, and travel brands.
Creative Learning Tutoring at Victoria, BC
May 1, 2020 - Present
Teaching English, creative writing, songwriting, music, drama, ESL; focusing on songwriting through mental health and trauma and PR/social media coaching for musicians/artists.
Cashier at Whole Foods
August 1, 2017 - March 1, 2018
Customer service and cashier responsibilities with a focus on natural foods.
Content Creation & UGC Manager at Hope PR & Marketing
January 1, 2020 - Present
Created content and user-generated content campaigns for local and international brands in wellness, health and beauty, lifestyle, and travel industries.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Drama and Women’s Studies at University of Alberta
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Drama and Women’s Studies at University of Alberta
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2016
TESL/TESOL Certification at INLINGUA VICTORIA
January 1, 2018 - April 9, 2026
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Drama and Women’s Studies at University of Alberta
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Drama and Women’s Studies at University of Alberta
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2016
TESL/TESOL at INLINGUA VICTORIA
January 1, 2018 - April 15, 2026

Qualifications

TESL/TESOL
January 1, 2018 - April 9, 2026
TESL/TESOL Certification
January 1, 2018 - April 9, 2026
TESL/TESOL (INLINGUA VICTORIA)
January 1, 2018 - April 15, 2026
TESL/TESOL
January 1, 2018 - April 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Healthcare

Skills

Experience Level