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Marketing and Communications Professional Specializing in Education

The Forge is Hamilton’s startup incubator and McMaster University’s on-campus entrepreneurship initiative.

Experienced Communications Manager with a demonstrated history of success in the non-profit and public sectors. • Strong leadership abilities with experience in setting and achieving goals, team building and staff supervision • Skilled in organizational communications, crisis communications, branding, public relations, social media, website content development and media relations • Executes communication and marketing campaigns through effective strategic planning, budgeting, media relations and promotional tactics • Supportive team member - collaborates to develop relationships and maximize success • Diplomatic and creative problem solver who remains calm under pressure • Highly skilled in writing, editing and proofreading • Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to achieve desired project deliverables • Outstanding computer skills with advanced knowledge of MS Office 365, website content management systems (CMS) and customer relationship management tools (CRM) • Multi-tasks and works efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment • Personable and professional with excellent communication skills • Committed to continuous learning and professional development • Organized, analytical and detail-oriented