Hi, I’m
Judy Swens
Sechelt,Canada
Summary
Communications professional with proven expertise in developing and executing strategic communication plans. Adept at cultivating strong team collaboration and driving impactful results. Skilled in media relations, content creation, and crisis communication, with flexible approach to changing needs. Known for reliability and delivering consistent outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Swens Contracting Ltd.
Communications Manager
05.2024 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Provided strategic communications counsel to support senior leaders on sensitive operational issues, mitigating risks and ensuring business goal alignment.
- Developed comprehensive human resource materials for employee training and onboarding, significantly improving new hire integration and engagement.
- Streamlined internal administrative processes, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and a measurable reduction in task completion time.
- Led the successful migration of the organizational website to a new, user-friendly platform, which increased site engagement and improved accessibility.
- Managed contract negotiations and developed integrated communication strategies and budget projections for a two-year BC Parks contract extension of an existing 10-year contract, directly aligning with organizational strategic goals.
PearlSpace Support Services Society
Communications Coordinator
05.2023 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Orchestrated the brand launch for PearlSpace, expertly handling media relations, crafting impactful press releases, and proactively managing crisis communications to secure positive brand perception.
- Designed and deployed integrated communication strategies for both internal and external audiences, fostering consistent messaging and strengthening brand identity.
- Collaborated with external agencies on the delivery of cohesive brand assets, a user-centric website, and translated collateral, ensuring a unified brand presence across all channels.
Bosa Properties
Sales Assistant
03.2022 - 05.2022
Job overview
- Achieved the accelerated sale of 24 town homes, totalling over $24 million in revenue, within three months through dedicated sales team support.
- Leveraged CRM database management to boost repeat business and deliver insightful sales analytics.
- Played a key role in refining and implementing a new digital contract writing process, significantly improving processing efficiency and user experience.
Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures
Sales and Marketing Coordinator
08.2018 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Managed group bookings and generated weekly sales reports, directly supporting executive decision-making and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Contributed to the development of a business roadmap for new luxury helicopter-assisted tours, successfully expanding service offerings and opening new revenue streams.
- Presented comprehensive product knowledge to hotel concierge teams, fostering key partnerships and driving customer referrals.
- Enhanced brand visibility and community relations by supporting community avalanche awareness events, resulting in increased local brand recognition and strategic partnerships.
Education
Royal Roads UniversityVictoria, BC
Master of Arts from Professional Communication
01.2024
Simon Fraser UniversityVancouver, BC
Bachelor of Arts from Communication
01.2007
Skills
- Comprehensive communication planning
- Collaborative teamwork across departments
- Project coordination
- Data analysis expertise
- Digital content development
- Press release writing
- Brand messaging
- Internal communications
- Content development
- Website maintenance
- CRM management
- Community engagement
- Media planning
Certification
- Strategic Communication Management Professional (SCMP), 2025, Global Communication Certification Council
- Indigenous Relations, 2023, Indigenous Corporate Training Inc.
- Public Relations, 2020, Simon Fraser University - Continuing Education
Affiliations
International Association of Business Communicators - British Columbia (IABC/BC)
Timeline
Communications Manager
Swens Contracting Ltd.
05.2024 - 10.2024
Communications Coordinator
PearlSpace Support Services Society
05.2023 - 11.2023
Sales Assistant
Bosa Properties
03.2022 - 05.2022
Sales and Marketing Coordinator
Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures
08.2018 - 04.2019
Simon Fraser University
Bachelor of Arts from Communication
Royal Roads University
Master of Arts from Professional Communication
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