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I am a communications professional with strong writing, editing, and organizational skills. I currently work as a Coordinator II (Copywriter) for Alberta Health Services’ Marketing & Media team, and I have a deep interest in communications, marketing, writing, editing, coaching, personal and professional development, and creating marketing strategies to attract top-quality talent to organizations.
Over the years I have worked across journalism, recruitment, program management, and content development for diverse Canadian organizations. I have published and edited content for magazines and newspapers, led government-funded programs, and partnered with stakeholders and media to drive engagement. I am passionate about building rapport with diverse teams and turning ideas into practical, impactful communications and campaigns.
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Coordinator II – (Copywriter, Marketing & Media) at Alberta Health Services (AHS)
August 1, 2021 - PresentCopywriter, proofreader, and editor supporting the Marketing and Media team to meet provincial Talent Acquisition recruitment needs. Collaborate with recruiters, senior advisors, hiring managers, and multiple stakeholders. Participate in projects including job postings, rural spotlights, international recruitment, email campaigns, speech editing, training manual editing, and physician handouts. Engage in diversity and inclusion initiatives and support marketing strategy meetings and social media projects.
Talent Acquisition Advisor at Alberta Health Services (AHS)
August 1, 2021 - July 23, 2025Assisted with recruitment needs during the pandemic, conducting over 100 candidate interviews and collaborating with over 50 advisors and hiring managers for urgent provincial hiring projects including international recruitment. Supported online interviews and onboarding processes for nurses, pharmacists, and administrative roles.
Talent Acquisition Advisor (Contract) at Alberta Health Services (AHS)
June 30, 2014 - July 23, 2025Provided recruitment support services, including sourcing and screening candidates, for a six-month project.
Freelance Writer/Columnist/Editor-in-Chief at Soulwoman eMagazine
July 1, 2014 - July 23, 2025Wrote and edited a monthly online magazine, creating the Editor’s Welcome Message and promoting the publication via social media. Collaborated globally with the founder and team, interviewed individuals, and helped increase readership to over 10,000 through marketing efforts. Co-facilitated an online author community.
Writer/Editor/Interviewer/Research Assistant to a Journalist at Rediger Communications
December 31, 2004 - July 23, 2025Performed research, interviews, writing, and editing for five years. Covered diverse populations including business professionals, politicians, and sports figures. Authored articles published in various newspapers and magazines. Received a writing award nomination for coverage on people with disabilities.
Online Reporter (Casual) at Calgary Beacon Newspaper
December 31, 2010 - July 23, 2025Produced monthly online articles about community events and inspiring stories.
Television Documentary Field Director (Casual) at Partners in Motion Film Company
August 1, 2004 - July 23, 2025Directed and filmed a television documentary for The Discovery Channel, traveling through Eastern Canada and the USA to document survivor stories of disasters using journalistic and qualitative interviewing skills.
Program Manager (Contract) at Various - Government Funded
January 1, 2020 - July 23, 2025Launched Calgary’s first women in trades program, managing recruitment, marketing, media advertisements, social media, live events, and employer relationships. Taught job searching skills and recruited over 40 women for training programs.
Job Coach/Recruiter at Non-profit and Government Organizations including Rupertsland Institute
December 31, 2018 - July 23, 2025Provided coaching and recruitment services for Metis peoples and other clients, supporting job search and talent acquisition over 7-8 years.
Coordinator II – Copywriter (Marketing & Media) at Alberta Health Services (AHS)
August 1, 2021 - PresentCopywriter/Proofreader/Editor for AHS’ Marketing and Media team; supports recruitment and marketing needs of the province’s Talent Acquisition team; assists with job postings, rural spotlights, and international recruitment projects; collaborates with recruiters, senior advisors, hiring managers, and multiple stakeholders; participates in ongoing training and diversity/inclusion initiatives; edits speeches and training materials; contributes to marketing tools and initiatives.
Talent Acquisition Advisor at Alberta Health Services (AHS)
December 1, 2020 - August 1, 2021Supported provincial recruitment during the pandemic; conducted 100+ interviews; collaborated with 50+ Talent Acquisition Advisors and multiple stakeholders; engaged in international recruitment projects; assisted with online interviews and onboarding.
Talent Acquisition Advisor at Alberta Health Services (AHS)
January 1, 2014 - June 1, 2014Contract role (6 months) to assist with recruitment during a project; interviewed nurses and other health professionals; supported hiring and onboarding; conducted 100+ interviews and maintained strong candidate relationships.
Freelance Writer/Columnist/Editor-in-Chief at Soulwoman eMagazine
November 1, 2012 - July 1, 2014Wrote for and edited a monthly online magazine (80-100 pages per issue); collaborated with the founder; authored Editor’s Welcome Messages; promoted the magazine via social media; conducted and featured interviews with coaches and entrepreneurs; contributed ideas and helped grow readership to over 10K.
Writer/Research Assistant/Editor/Interviewer at Rediger Communications
September 1, 2000 - December 1, 2004Wrote articles for journalists; conducted interviews with diverse populations; wrote a weekly water-safety column for Regina Sun; contributed to multiple newspapers and online platforms; interviewed politicians and business professionals.
Program Manager (Contract) at Calgary Women in Trades Program (in partnership with SAIT and Government)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020Launched Calgary’s first women in trades program; collaborated with stakeholders and media (CBC, CTV), universities; recruited two classes of 20+ women to train at SAIT; managed marketing, advertising, social media, and live SAIT events; taught job-search skills and built employer relationships to hire graduates.
Coordinator II (Copywriter, Marketing & Media) at Alberta Health Services
August 1, 2021 - PresentCopywriter, proofreader, and editor for AHS’ Marketing & Media team. Supported provincial Talent Acquisition with job postings, rural spotlights, and international recruitment projects; collaborated with recruiters, Talent Acquisition Advisors, Senior Advisors, and hiring managers; participated in Diversity and Inclusion and Health & Wellness initiatives; edited speeches and training materials; contributed to marketing strategies, advertising, and international initiatives; demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within the marketing team.
Talent Acquisition Advisor at Alberta Health Services
December 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021Assisted with provincial recruitment during the pandemic, including interviews with nurses, pharmacists, and other roles; collaborated with 50+ Talent Acquisition Advisors and multiple stakeholders; conducted 100+ interviews and supported online interview processes and onboarding.
Online Reporter at Calgary Beacon Newspaper
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Wrote online monthly articles about community events and inspiring stories.
Television Documentary Field Director at Partners in Motion Film Company
January 1, 2004 - August 31, 2004Field director for The Discovery Channel documentary Disasters of the Century; traveled across Eastern Canada and the USA to film survivors’ stories; conducted interviews using journalist and humanistic psychology approaches.
Program Manager (Contract) – Calgary Women in Trades Program at Calgary Women in Trades Program
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020Launched Calgary’s first government-funded women in trades program; coordinated stakeholders, media relations, and universities; recruited two classrooms of 20+ women to receive training at SAIT; managed marketing, media advertisements, social media, live events, and job-search training; built relationships with employers to hire graduates.
Education
Bachelor of Arts at University of Regina
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2003Master of Counselling at Athabasca University
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004Bachelor of Arts, Honors Program (Major: Psychology) at University of Regina
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003Master of Counselling at Athabasca University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004Bachelor of Arts, Honors Program (Major: Psychology) at University of Regina
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2003Master of Counselling at Athabasca University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004Qualifications
Certified Coaching Practitioner
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012Certified Coaching Practitioner Certificate
January 1, 2012 - January 14, 2026Certified Coaching Practitioner Certificate
January 1, 2012 - February 3, 2026Industry Experience
Healthcare, Government, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education
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