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Kristina Wakeford

Communications Coordinator
Fernie,BC
Kristina Wakeford

Summary

Proud First Nations Women, with dynamic communications experience with a proven track record at Teck Resources Limited, enhancing brand visibility and community engagement through strategic communication campaigns and social media mastery. Excelled in web content management and fostering strong relationships internally and with external partners. Skilled in transforming complex information into compelling content, significantly boosting audience engagement. Consistently recognized as a strong team player with background in the mining industry.

Quote

“Play by the rules, but be ferocious.” – Phil Knight

Overview

11

Years of Industry experience

2

Years of Corporate Communications experience

Education

University of Regina
Regina, SK

Bachelor of Arts from Indigenous Studies
06.2025

University of Regina
Regina, SK

Certificate from Reconciliation Studies
06.2023

Skills

  • Web Content Management
  • Event Coordination
  • Corporate Communications
  • External Communications
  • Internal Communications
  • Community Engagement
  • Social Media Management
  • Brand Promotion
  • Advertising and Marketing
  • Campaign Specific Activations

Work History

Teck Resources Limited

Communications Coordinator
10.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Assisted with planning, production and execution of email blasts, digital signage boards, special event flyers and social media campaigns.
  • Updated social media pages with well-coordinated communications aimed at conveying information, generating interest and mitigating negative press.
  • Maintained message consistency across channels to fully support short- and long-term communications goals.
  • Collaborated with senior leaders to offer recommendations and creative communications solutions to drive results across multiple programs.
  • Built strong relationships with key media contacts to ensure favorable coverage of company news and events.
  • Created content for company intranet and regularly posted documents, updates and clear communications pathways.
  • Crafted company communications plans to reinforce branding and imaging strategies. While customizing communications to fit target audience knowledge and level of expertise.
  • Developed a robust editorial calendar, ensuring timely production of high-quality content across multiple platforms.
  • Coordinated with creative and design teams to produce high-quality visuals for marketing materials.
  • Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.
  • Increased event attendance through targeted marketing efforts, resulting in higher levels of community engagement.

Teck Resources Limited

Executive Assistant
10.2021 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Coordinated events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace.
  • Prepared and edited presentations on behalf of executives for both internal meetings and external conferences.
  • Assisted in the development of company policies and procedures, contributing to a more organized work environment.
  • Contributed to budget management by monitoring expenses and providing detailed expenditure reports regularly.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors leading to improved contract terms resulting in cost savings for the company.

Timeline

Communications Coordinator

Teck Resources Limited
10.2022 - Current

Executive Assistant

Teck Resources Limited
10.2021 - 10.2022

University of Regina

Bachelor of Arts from Indigenous Studies

University of Regina

Certificate from Reconciliation Studies

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