Siobhan Gabaake

Multidisciplinary communications and operations professional, with experience in project coordination, documentation, stakeholder communication, digital systems, and administrative support across technology, education, institutional, and creative environments. Strongly organized and detail-oriented, with experience managing multiple priorities, maintaining accurate information, adapting processes for different needs, and coordinating across teams.

Web Design & Digital Marketing Apprentice at Optaric (2026-01 – Present)

• Support a technology start-up across project coordination, digital systems, documentation, communications, and content development.
• Manage multiple website and marketing tasks from initial planning through revisions and implementation, maintaining organization across changing priorities.
• Research, organize, and translate business and technical information into clear materials for internal and external audiences.
• Work with Framer, Webflow, and Figma, adapting digital systems and content structures to improve usability and consistency.
• Collaborate with team members on projects, communicate updates, incorporate feedback, and independently manage assigned tasks.
• Develop organized digital materials and reusable components to support more efficient workflows and future content updates.

Marketing & Communications Intern at University of Botswana (2021-01 – 2023-12)

• Provided administrative, communications, research, and coordination support across institutional projects and initiatives.
• Organized information and prepared materials for different departments, stakeholders, and audiences while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
• Supported planning for the National Arts Centre 40th Anniversary, coordinating information, promotional materials, project requirements, and stakeholder communication.
• Supported the Tertiary Arts Council by helping onboard and connect clients and coordinate communication between participating organizations.
• Developed planning documentation examining organizational structure, sectors, resource management, administration, and operational requirements for the National Arts Centre.
• Supported events, outreach, scheduling, and administrative tasks while managing multiple responsibilities and deadlines.

Freelance Facilitator at Northside Primary School, Botswana (2025-01 – 2026-12)

• Maintained organized records and communicated observations with teachers and relevant stakeholders to support consistent approaches.
• Adapted materials and processes to meet different individual needs, requiring accuracy, discretion, patience, and attention to detail.
• Managed multiple student needs and responsibilities independently while responding to changing priorities.
• Built strong interpersonal communication skills through daily collaboration with educators, students, and stakeholders.

Stage & Company Manager at AFDA (2019-01 – 2020-12)

• Coordinated schedules, documentation, logistics, rehearsals, and operational requirements across multiple teams.
• Maintained communication between departments and ensured updates, deadlines, and project requirements were accurately shared.
• Managed competing priorities and resolved operational issues in fast-paced environments.
• Supported projects from planning through execution while coordinating people, resources, and timelines.

M.A. in Digital Media & Global Communications – University of Niagara Falls Canada (2026-01)

Diploma in Media Design – CIRA College (2023-01 – 2025-12)

B.A. in Live Performance – AFDA (2018-01 – 2020-12)

Certificate in Strategic Marketing – Coventry University