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Dryden, On, Ca

Sioux Lookout, Ontario, Canada

Sioux Lookout, Ontario, Canada

Under the direction of the Manager of Corporate Services/Municipal Clerk, the IT & Communications Coordinator provides support to maintain the information technology system and networks and performs internal and external communications under the guidance of the Municipal Communications Strategy.

Ensure adherence to corporate standards on websitesAssist staff with website updatesAssist with issues related to websitesCo-ordinate projects to improve company websitesAssist sales departments with selling web properties

Dryden, Ontario

Oversee creative department, including writing and production of commercialsTrain announce staff in production techniques as neededCarry out office duties such as answering phones, filing, and issuing department memosMaintain relationships with clients; in person, and by phone or emailHandle sensitive and confidential client informationCreate compelling messages to advertise events, promotions, sales, and public noticesResearch products and services, including competitors, to devise marketing strategiesResolve conflicts with staff, clients, and the general public; communicate solutions to problemsMaintain data archives for audio, scripts, and websiteProvide technical support to staff with software, hardware, and web-related issuesConceptualize, develop, and implement new features for websiteCreate and place graphic advertisements on websiteGather statistics from server logs and pass the data on to the station manager and sales staffTravel as needed to events throughout Northwestern Ontario for broadcastsAssist in all station departments, including traffic, music, and on-air, as requiredFill in for traffic manager and music director on sick/vacation daysAssist engineer with hardware/software issues/repairs/upgradesOther duties, as assigned

Dryden, On

Acquire and maintain domain name and serverConceptualize, develop, and implement new features for websiteCreate and place advertising and content for websiteGather statistics from server logs and pass the data on to the station manager and sales staffSupport site users in posting contentTroubleshoot errors Coding with HTML/PHP/MySQL/CSS/JavaScript

Canada

Help expand the Open Food Network platform in Canada by bringing new food enterprises on board, exploring options for including existing enterprises, and developing food Hackathons to create new methods to connect people to local food sources - and local food sources to people!

Dryden, On

Develop new websites for 12 Acadia Broadcasting stations across Canada.

Develop web pages and code project features as assignedStay within budget and time constraintsMeet deadlinesWork within existing site designs and featuresCode website designs in valid HTML/CSS from Photoshop mock-upsComplete coding tasks in PHP/mySQL as assignedImplemented JavaScript form validation for government website

Dryden, On

Created and delivered a quarterly newsletter for a respected local car salesman. Researched relevant automotive news and images.Incorporated messaging from my client to create an informative and personal newsletter.

Dryden, On

Responsible for building product displays, re-stocking and facing shelvesAssist with unloading trucksMove pallets of products with hand and power trucksMaintain a clean workplaceCompact and bail cardboard for recyclingServe as back-up cashier during peak hours, as needed

Dryden, On

Write radio ads based on information from sales department, and discussions with clients.Assign production to announce staff.Ensure quality of finished product, train announcers in production techniques as required.Pay close attention to details to ensure ads did not go missing, or air on incorrect dates.

Dryden, On

Deliver an engaging, relevant, and enjoyable on-air personalityProduce commercials for local advertisersBroadcast live from local businesses and events to generate traffic

Dryden, On

Source hardware suppliersCreate and maintain financial records, submit sales tax informationOrder computer componentsBuild new computer systemsDiagnose and repair hardware and software problemsInstall new hardware drivers, software, and operating systems

Dryden, On

Assist staff and customersOperate check stands/cash registersSet up displays and stock shelvesOperate pallet jacks – unloading trucks, organizing products in storage area/coolers/freezers

Operate board during pre-recorded and live events, inserting local contentChange and file CRTC log recordingsSet up overnight traffic and music logs across three stations (CKPR, Rock 94, and KIXX105)

Dryden, On

On-air midnight-5:30am Monday to Saturday.

Vermilion Bay, On

Cut grass and trim brush at all Municipal propertiesConstruction and maintenance of tables, signs, and fencesBreak beaver damsAssist in maintaining streets and roads (patch potholes, prepare roads for oiling, etc.)Operate tractors and heavy equipment Repair equipment as necessary

Dryden, On

Assist staff and customersEnsure parking lot clear of cartsMaintain a clean work environment

Vermilion Bay, On

Click to edit position descriptionCut grass and trim brush at all Municipal propertiesConstruction and maintenance of tables, signs, and fencesBreak beaver damsAssist in maintaining streets and roads (patch potholes, prepare roads for oiling, etc.)Operate tractors and heavy equipment Repair equipment as necessary

Radio And Television Broadcasting, Radio And Television

Certificate, Understanding Human Rights (Aoda Edition)

Overview of the Ontario Human Rights Code and how it applies to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Crafting Effective Advertising

Completed the Ad Writing 101 program, focused on creating effective ads for my clients.

Certified Radio Copywriter, Radio Advertising

Canada's original industry certification program for radio ad writers.

High School Diploma