Event Producer – Contract (2025 Canada Day CBC Live Broadcast) at Heritage Canada, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, City of Yellowknife (2025-01 – Present)
- Managed the application, administration, reporting, and compliance requirements for a $195,000 federal grant supporting a large-scale Canada Day community celebration and national live broadcast in one of Canada's northernmost cities.
- Led coordination between government partners, vendors, technical crews, performers, and event staff to deliver a high-profile live production in a fast-paced environment.
- Built strong partnerships with Indigenous artists and community representatives to ensure meaningful Indigenous representation throughout event programming, including coordinating and contracting two Indigenous headline performers to develop and perform an original musical track.
- Oversaw vendor procurement, contract development, and collaboration with federal, territorial, municipal, and Indigenous governments, along with organizations including the Sǫǫ̀mba K'è Multicultural Festival, to deliver inclusive programming that reflected the cultural diversity of the North.
Special Events & Programs Coordinator at City of Yellowknife (2022-01 – 2025-12)
- Developed, scheduled, supervised, and evaluated seasonal community programs serving diverse age groups, ensuring accessible and engaging recreational and cultural programming for residents year-round.
- Managed relationships with contracted instructors, vendors, community partners, and participants, delivering responsive customer service while supporting program operations in a fast-paced public sector environment.
- Planned and executed major civic events with budgets ranging from $10,000 to $195,000, including Canada Day, New Year's Eve Fireworks, City Wide Clean Up, Santa Claus Parade, and community arts initiatives, while maintaining financial accountability and detailed budget reporting.
- Created and maintained standard operating procedures (SOPs) to support event delivery, safety, communication, and cross-department coordination with city leadership, staff, volunteers, vendors, government partners, and local community organizations.
Office Manager - Contract at RE/MAX (2022-01 – 2022-12)
- Coordinated daily operations and scheduling for realtors, including property showings, client meetings, and transaction timelines while ensuring compliance with contractual deadlines, possession dates, and closing requirements.
- Managed office administration and day-to-day expenditures, maintaining organized records, supporting operational efficiency, and assisting with financial tracking and vendor coordination.
- Developed and managed social media advertising campaigns across multiple platforms to support property marketing, client engagement, and brand visibility.
- Served as a primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and prospective buyers by coordinating appointments, responding to inquiries, and supporting realtors in delivering professional client service.
Marketing Director at Wainalta Motor Chrysler Dealership (2020-01 – 2022-12)
- Supported the parts, service, and sales departments, along with dealership leadership, in developing and executing monthly marketing initiatives aligned with corporate advertising campaigns and national promotional requirements.
- Managed advertising budgets and reporting across multiple platforms, including radio, television, social media, website content, and local print media, ensuring consistent brand visibility and campaign performance.
- Coordinated marketing projects and promotional campaigns in a fast-paced dealership environment, adapting strategies to support changing inventory, seasonal sales targets, and customer engagement priorities.
- Negotiated contracts and service agreements with website developers and external vendors, securing annual partnerships that improved digital marketing support and online customer experience.
Executive Director at Wainwright & District Chamber of Commerce (2018-01 – 2020-12)
- Developed and delivered business events, community programs, and networking initiatives that supported local economic growth and strengthened engagement within the business community.
- Maintained strong working relationships with municipal and provincial government partners, local businesses, and community stakeholders to promote investment, collaboration, and economic development opportunities.
- Managed organizational operations including financial reporting, membership administration, budgeting, and board reporting, ensuring accountability and effective communication with the Board of Directors.
- Planned and executed the community's first Santa Claus Parade, increasing visibility for local businesses during the holiday season, and negotiated a five-year event sponsorship agreement valued at $100,000.
Festival Director - Contract at Latin American Film Festival (2018-01 – 2018-12)
- Led the creative planning and execution of festival programming, coordinating a month-long schedule of screenings, cultural events, and embassy-hosted initiatives in collaboration with ambassadors and international partners.
- Managed vendor procurement and technical operations, including audio and screening services, film delivery logistics, and coordination with federal agencies and international representatives.
- Negotiated, maintained, and managed sponsorship partnerships valued at $150,000 while supporting funding initiatives with embassies and local government partners totalling approximately $80,000.
- Oversaw event operations, stakeholder communications, and cross-cultural partnerships to deliver a professionally executed international arts and cultural festival.
Assistant Festival Producer - Contract at Capital Ukrainian Festival (2017-01 – 2018-12)
Delegation Coordinator - Contract at Canada C3 (2017-01 – 2017-12)
Regional/National Premiere Director - Contract at Quite Revolution Pictures (2017-01 – 2017-12)
Registration and Parade Logistics Director - Contract at Capital Pride (2016-01 – 2017-12)
Registration/Fundraising Coordinator at Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival/Foundation (2015-01 – 2017-12)
Hair/Makeup/Wardrobe/Production Assistant at Quite Revolution Pictures (2014-01 – 2018-12)
Lead Surveyor at RA Malatest (2012-01 – 2014-12)
