Hi, I’m Abbey Smallwood, a Burlington-based communications and marketing professional with a passion for storytelling, social media, and community engagement. I enjoy creating engaging content, coordinating events, and helping local clubs and businesses grow their online presence through thoughtful branding and hands-on marketing initiatives. I’m pursuing further education in arts and communications, which keeps me current with the latest digital tools and storytelling techniques. I thrive in collaborative environments, am comfortable juggling multiple projects, and am willing to relocate for the right opportunity.

Abbey Smallwood

Hi, I’m Abbey Smallwood, a Burlington-based communications and marketing professional with a passion for storytelling, social media, and community engagement. I enjoy creating engaging content, coordinating events, and helping local clubs and businesses grow their online presence through thoughtful branding and hands-on marketing initiatives. I’m pursuing further education in arts and communications, which keeps me current with the latest digital tools and storytelling techniques. I thrive in collaborative environments, am comfortable juggling multiple projects, and am willing to relocate for the right opportunity.

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Hi, I’m Abbey Smallwood, a Burlington-based communications and marketing professional with a passion for storytelling, social media, and community engagement. I enjoy creating engaging content, coordinating events, and helping local clubs and businesses grow their online presence through thoughtful branding and hands-on marketing initiatives.

I’m pursuing further education in arts and communications, which keeps me current with the latest digital tools and storytelling techniques. I thrive in collaborative environments, am comfortable juggling multiple projects, and am willing to relocate for the right opportunity.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Part Time Floral Clerk at Fortinos
February 1, 2025 - Present
Maintain the department, assist customers with wrapping flowers and creating arrangements, water plants, restock products, and complete orders to ensure smooth operations.
Director of Communications at Halton Field Hockey Club
September 1, 2024 - Present
Manage social media and website, assist with events and fundraising to promote the club and engagement within the community.
Head of Marketing at Force Soccer Academy
September 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024
Lead marketing and social media initiatives, coordinating branding and promotional activities for the academy.
Event Brand Ambassador at 7 Communications
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
On-site event staff for Boots and Hearts: setup/takedown, engaging attendees, test drives, and VIP shuttle driver on festival grounds.
Marketing and Communications Intern at Burlington Soccer Club
May 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023
Content creation and event coordination for community-focused initiatives; supported league game days and house league events; helped recruit players and sponsors.
Part Time Retail Merchandiser at Moodwater Corporation
September 1, 2020 - August 1, 2022
General merchandising and retail support roles.
General Laborer at College Pro Painters (Window Cleaning)
May 1, 2020 - August 1, 2020
Window cleaning and general labor as part of summer program.
Customer Service Representative at Dairy Queen
March 1, 2020 - May 1, 2020
Customer service duties and point-of-sale responsibilities during peak season.
Cashier/Customer Service at Canadian Tire
June 1, 2016 - August 1, 2019
Retail sales and customer service responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor's at Wilfrid Laurier University
September 1, 2019 - April 1, 2023
Arts (College diploma) at Sheridan College
September 1, 2024 - June 28, 2026
Arts (College certificate) at Sheridan College - Oakville
September 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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