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Margaret Page

Dartmouth,NS

Summary

A dynamic, self-motivated, and collaborative communications manager with over 19 years of experience in communications, digital marketing, content management, website development, copywriting, and social media in business, higher education, and non-profit organizations.


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Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

UX Writer

Canada Post
11.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent branding and messaging across all content platforms.
  • Streamlined content production processes, reducing project completion time and increasing overall efficiency.
  • Conducted thorough research on industry trends to inform content strategy and maintain relevance in a competitive market.
  • Coordinated with subject matter experts during the content development process, ensuring accurate representation of complex topics in an accessible manner.

Content Writer

EnPowered
03.2022 - 09.2022
  • Created content in support of marketing and sales objectives, including brochures, blog posts, emails, website copy, landing pages, scripts, and more
  • Wrote business-to-business content in line with the customer journey, addressing needs and pain points
  • Conducted research and interviewed subject matter experts to inform content planning and creation
  • Edited and proofread content to ensure accuracy, readability, and brand consistency.

Communications Officer, Advancement

Saint Mary’s University
11.2018 - 11.2021
  • Developed communications plans for projects, initiatives, and events to keep alumni, friends, and donors engaged with the university
  • Wrote and edited donor proposals, campaign materials, speaking notes, website content, brochures, newsletter articles, annual reports, and more
  • Worked collaboratively with senior administrators, deans, faculty, staff, and students, taking the lead on communications for new initiatives
  • Provided communications counsel and support for Development, Alumni Engagement, Advancement Services, and External Affairs teams.

Digital Marketing Manager

Explorance
04.2013 - 05.2018
  • Managed the content writer and created content strategies and calendars, press releases, website copy, advertisements, brochures, direct mail campaigns, landing pages, blog posts, social media content, event materials, and more
  • Implemented the new website, liaised with designers, managed SEO/SEM, and performed daily maintenance
  • Created a social media strategy, which increased Twitter followers by 350% and Linkedin followers by 24% in five months
  • Developed a blog strategy to establish the company as a thought leader, which increased web traffic and improved search engine rankings.

Marketing and Communications Specialist

B. Kamins
05.2012 - 04.2013
  • Developed the strategic social media plan to increase awareness, engagement, and conversion
  • Performed daily social media management (Facebook, Twitter & Pinterest); created written and visual content, themes, and schedules
  • Created concepts and content for promotional materials: brochures, press releases, fact sheets, advertisements, and e-mail blasts
  • Produced the website revitalization plan to overhaul content, structure, visuals, and layout to produce a more user-friendly and engaging website.

Communications Officer

Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, McGill University
01.2009 - 01.2011

Web Developer and Programmer

Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, McGill University
01.2008 - 01.2009

Coordinator of Advancement & Constituent Relations

Centennial Academy & College
01.2006 - 01.2007

Communications & Marketing Intern

Downtown Halifax Business Commission
01.2003 - 01.2004

Education

Bachelor of Public Relations -

Mount Saint Vincent University
Bedford, Nova Scotia
01.2005

Advanced Diploma in Public Relations -

Nova Scotia Community College
Halifax, Nova Scotia
01.2001

Bachelor of Arts in English -

Acadia University
Wolfville, Nova Scotia
01.1999

Skills

  • Content Design
  • UX Writing
  • Content Strategy
  • Copywriting
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • Information Architecture
  • Taxonomy & Labelling
  • Competitor Research
  • Content Auditing
  • A/B Testing
  • Collaboration
  • Problem Solving

Certification

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  • [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]

Technologies


  • Microsoft Office
  • Figma
  • Miro
  • Jira
  • Confluence
  • ChatGPT
  • Notion
  • WordPress
  • Drupal
  • HubSpot
  • Google Analytics
  • LMS Systems
  • Slack
  • X/HTML

Timeline

UX Writer

Canada Post
11.2022 - Current

Content Writer

EnPowered
03.2022 - 09.2022

Communications Officer, Advancement

Saint Mary’s University
11.2018 - 11.2021

Digital Marketing Manager

Explorance
04.2013 - 05.2018

Marketing and Communications Specialist

B. Kamins
05.2012 - 04.2013

Communications Officer

Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, McGill University
01.2009 - 01.2011

Web Developer and Programmer

Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, McGill University
01.2008 - 01.2009

Coordinator of Advancement & Constituent Relations

Centennial Academy & College
01.2006 - 01.2007

Communications & Marketing Intern

Downtown Halifax Business Commission
01.2003 - 01.2004

Bachelor of Public Relations -

Mount Saint Vincent University

Advanced Diploma in Public Relations -

Nova Scotia Community College

Bachelor of Arts in English -

Acadia University
Margaret Page