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I'm an experienced operations manager and administrator with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating engaging experiences. I thrive in productive environments and excel at coordinating multiple events and tasks while managing logistical details with efficiency. I am committed to delivering memorable experiences and enjoy creating a fun, positive, and supportive work environment for those around me.…I'm an experienced operations manager and administrator with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating engaging experiences. I thrive in productive environments and excel at coordinating multiple events and tasks while managing logistical details with efficiency. I am committed to delivering memorable experiences and enjoy creating a fun, positive, and supportive work environment for those around me.

Jason Abelson

Studio Manager, Social Media Manager, Project Manager, +2

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I'm an experienced operations manager and administrator with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating engaging experiences. I thrive in productive environments and excel at coordinating multiple events and tasks while managing logistical details with efficiency. I am committed to delivering memorable experiences and enjoy creating a fun, positive, and supportive work environment for those around me.…I'm an experienced operations manager and administrator with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating engaging experiences. I thrive in productive environments and excel at coordinating multiple events and tasks while managing logistical details with efficiency. I am committed to delivering memorable experiences and enjoy creating a fun, positive, and supportive work environment for those around me.

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I’m an experienced operations manager and administrator with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating engaging experiences. I thrive in productive environments and excel at coordinating multiple events and tasks while managing logistical details with efficiency.

I am committed to delivering memorable experiences and enjoy creating a fun, positive, and supportive work environment for those around me.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Studio Administrator at DIALOG

March 1, 2023 - Present

Ensure day-to-day operational, partner, and client needs of the architecture studio are met; plan and execute events (20 to over 400 guests) within budgets; develop new initiatives across the company; manage short- and long-term projects; collaborate with administrators across Canada; manage the monthly Accounts Payable for the studio

Swim Coach and Social Media Manager at Swim Smart

May 1, 2022 - Present

Develop and lead classes, creating lesson plans, building skills and confidence in both the pool and open water; compete in and direct social triathlons with clients; manage Instagram and Facebook accounts to grow the business and share our values

Event Coordinator at Triathlon BC

August 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025

Race director for a variety of multi-sport events around the province (triathlons, swim-runs, and aquabike); organize open water swim clinics with local organizations; coordinate the annual Provincial Race Directors Conference

Operations Manager at Peak Tree Education

January 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025

Proactively managed daily operations, assisted with admissions, and organized camps across multiple locations and age groups; coordinated with multiple stakeholders to create a seamless experience for customers and a positive sense of community; creatively planned and created new ways to promote the school and grow the business

Recruitment Coordinator at Swim Recruiting

April 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025

Managed multiple calendars, created job postings, and ensured recruiters had not missed any details; conducted reference checks with high-profile companies, and background checks for candidates; office management duties including tech support, office supplies purchases, and new employee onboarding, among others

Studio Administrator at Dialog

March 1, 2023 - Present

Ensure day-to-day operational, partner, and client needs of the architecture studio are met. Plan and execute events, ranging from 20 to over 400 guests, staying within set budgets. Develop new initiatives across the company, manage short- and long-term projects, and collaborate with administrators across Canada.

Swim Coach and Social Media Manager at Swim Smart

May 1, 2022 - Present

Develop and lead classes, create lesson plans building on skills and confidence in both the pool and open water. Manage social media accounts (Instagram and Facebook) to grow the business. Lead coordination of swims and client engagements.

Event Coordinator at Triathlon BC

August 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025

Race-direct a variety of multisport events around the province, including triathlons, swim-run, and aquabike events. Organize open-water swim clinics with local organizations. Coordinate the annual Provincial Race Directors Conference.

Recruitment Coordinator at Swim Recruiting

April 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025

Manage multiple calendars, create job postings, ensure recruiters haven't missed any details. Conduct reference checks with high-profile companies, and background checks for candidates. Office management duties including tech support, office supplies, and onboarding.

Operations Manager at Pear Tree Education

January 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025

Proactively managed daily operations, assisted with admissions, and organized camps across multiple locations and age groups. Coordinated with multiple stakeholders to create a seamless experience for customers and a positive sense of community. Creatively planned and created new ways to promote the school and grow the business.

Co-ordinator at English Bay Swim Club

January 1, 2020 - Present

Member of the Executive to Vancouver’s largest and oldest Masters swim club. Led the team through the season, managing pool space, coaches, social events, and so on.

Vice President at Vancouver Open Water Swimming Association

January 1, 2023 - Present

Race Director for the Canada Day Challenge at Sasamat Lake, a 300-person event. Supported in the running of practice swims, administrative tasks, and race directing other events. Connected with others in the industry for sponsorships and ran mini-clinics for swimmers throughout the season.

Guest Speaker at Various industries

January 1, 2018 - Present

Sharing my transition from female to male to help normalize transgender people and help organizations create an inclusive environment.