Kristen Hewlett Email & Phone Number

Wetaskiwin, Alberta, Canada

As the communications manager, I facilitate the development and execution of communications strategies that aim to build mutually beneficial relationships between the City of Wetaskiwin and the community through the dissemination of accessible and accurate information. By effectively leading the communications team, comprised of two communications assistants, the Manager of Communications plays an active role in achieving the goals and initiatives outlined in the City’s Corporate Business Plan and the 50-Year Community Vision. I strive to create capacity for the organization through the proactive management of annual campaigns and by anticipating questions and/or issues before they take place.

Wetaskiwin, Alberta, Canada

Wetaskiwin, Alberta, Canada

Reporting to the Communications Manager, I provided support to the department and worked collaboratively within a busy, creative environment.

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area

As an intern, I worked to bring the story of the Edmonton Metropolitan Region to others who were unaware of the vast and diverse opportunities present in the region. In alignment with the goal of raising the profile of the Edmonton Metropolitan Region to potential investors, I worked on developing and executing various communication tactics in order to share this story, including digital marketing, website building, search engine optimization, and persona development.

Edmonton, Alberta

As a shift supervisor for Starbucks, I play an active role in ensuring that the day-to-day store operations are completed. I lead by example to ensure that my team is acting with integrity and honesty while providing top tier customer service. I anticipate customer and store needs by paying attention to customer cues and consistently evaluating my environment. Any observations I have I then relay to my store manager, so that we as a team can create the Third Place for each and every customer.

Edmonton, Alberta

As a sales associate for Urban Barn, I memorized information about each piece that we had in our store and online, effectively communicating with customers the benefit of each product. I utilized my strong listening and communicating skills by listening to what each customer envisioned for their space, and then communicating to them my plan to aid them in executing that vision. In this role, I trained my eye for design, consistently updating myself on new trends and design rules that would allow me to best help our customers. I used my friendly personality and passion for design to give each and every customer the best customer service.

Grande Prairie, Alberta

As a load builder, I organized the appropriate products on pallets in accordance with the customer's order. I double-checked to ensure that all orders were accurate before loading them and securing them onto the truck. I worked as part of a team to complete all orders in a timely and efficient manner.

Grande Prairie, Alberta

As a sales associate at Bootlegger, I made sure that the sales floor was neat and tidy as to best make the products accessible to customers. I worked with customers to build outfits for them that fit their personal style while also making them feel good about themselves, enuring to create positive customer experiences that lead to repeat customers. I worked as a team to build sales, such as suggesting additional items, to maximize profit.

Certificate, Social Media

Diploma, Public Relations

Bachelor Of Arts Honours Program, Political Science

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Political Science And Government