Hi, I'm Chantel, a freelance Communications and Marketing Specialist who focuses on helping clients creatively build their brand with strategic social media, graphic design website creation and writing. I have over 14 years of experience. My skillset: - Graphic design using Canva and Adobe - Website content development and uploading - Logo design and visual brand identity - Social media content creation and campaigns - Copywriting - Blog, editorial and newsletter writing - Fundraising campaigns - E-Commerce - Internal communications strategy - Marketing collateral development - Community investment and stakeholder engagement - Email marketing…

Chantel Cruikshank

Hi, I'm Chantel, a freelance Communications and Marketing Specialist who focuses on helping clients creatively build their brand with strategic social media, graphic design website creation and writing. I have over 14 years of experience. My skillset: - Graphic design using Canva and Adobe - Website content development and uploading - Logo design and visual brand identity - Social media content creation and campaigns - Copywriting - Blog, editorial and newsletter writing - Fundraising campaigns - E-Commerce - Internal communications strategy - Marketing collateral development - Community investment and stakeholder engagement - Email marketing…

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Chantel, a freelance Communications and Marketing Specialist who focuses on helping clients creatively build their brand with strategic social media, graphic design website creation and writing. I have over 14 years of experience.

My skillset:

  • Graphic design using Canva and Adobe
  • Website content development and uploading
  • Logo design and visual brand identity
  • Social media content creation and campaigns
  • Copywriting
  • Blog, editorial and newsletter writing
  • Fundraising campaigns
  • E-Commerce
  • Internal communications strategy
  • Marketing collateral development
  • Community investment and stakeholder engagement
  • Email marketing
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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Independent Marketing & Communications Specialist at Chantel Kruikshank (Freelance)
May 1, 2015 - Present
Specializing in social media; website content creation and uploading; copywriting; graphic design; logos and branding; email marketing; event planning. Past and current clients include Dress For Success San Francisco, Best Western Hotels, Hide & Seek Supply Co, Pepa's Palm Springs, Share Writ es, Olivia Ellis Fitness, Palm Springs Inn, The Tangarine Hideaway Airbnb, The Cosmic Desert Airbnb, C4i Training and Technology, HOI Tattoo, Jodi Photography, Calgary Bridal Expo and Alberta Health Services.
Marketing and Communications Manager at Making Changes and Dress for Success Calgary
November 1, 2021 - October 6, 2025
Created engaging social media content and digital campaigns to increase community awareness of charity accomplishments, fundraising opportunities and donor/sponsor recognition. Executed PR and marketing strategy for signature fundraising events including Powerful You, YWCC Chic Fashion Show, Wine Survivor, June Dresses and International Women's Day. Designed branded marketing collateral, including brochures, annual reports, banners and posters using Canva. Developed and managed two company websites through SquareSpace/WordPress.
Communications Advisor at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
September 1, 2014 - October 6, 2025
Developed communications plans for various employee events and campaigns in Alberta and Territories (e.g., Blue Water Day, Rolex Grand Prix, We Day and Employee Appreciation Week). Created copy and design pieces for RBC intranet and launched internal blogs highlighting achievements.
Communications Advisor (Contract) at Royal Bank of Canada
September 1, 2014 - October 6, 2025
Developed communications plans for various employee events and campaigns including Blue Water Day, Rolex Grand Prix, We Day and Employee Appreciation Week. Created written copy and design pieces for RBC intranet and launched multiple employee-focused blogs. Scripted, filmed and edited short internal videos featuring RBC's President using Final Cut Pro; contributed to internal morale and culture. Led branding and digital campaigns for signature fundraising events including Powerful You, YYC Fashion Show, Wine Survivor, June Dresses and International Women's Day. Designed branded marketing collateral including brochures, annual reports, banners and posters using Canva. Maintained content upkeep, copywriting and graphic design; supported e-commerce and ticket sales.
Freelance Marketing & Communications Specialist at Self-employed / Freelance
May 1, 2015 - Present
Specializing in social media; website content creation and uploading; copywriting; graphic design; logos and branding; email marketing; event planning. Past/current clients include: Dress For Success San Francisco, Best Western Hotels, Hide & Seek Supply Co, Peepa's Palm Springs, ShareWrites, Olivia Ellis Fitness, Palm Springs Insider, The Tangerine Hideaway Airbnb, The Cosmic Desert Airbnb, C4i Training and Technology, HOI Tattoo, Jodi Photography, Calgary Bridal Expo and Alberta Health Services.

Education

Bachelor of Communications (Public Relations) at Mount Royal University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Bachelor of Communications (Public Relations) at Mount Royal University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Communications at Mount Royal University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

Certificate in Digital Graphic Design
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Certificate in Digital Graphic Design
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Retail, Software & Internet, Other, Financial Services

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Experience Level