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Summary

I'm a communications and design professional with nearly a decade of experience in real estate development, architecture, and project management. Skilled in writing, copy editing, layout and design (print and digital), and content planning, I'm drawn to work that combines creativity and strategy. Known for my high attention to detail, I care about making information accessible, inclusive, engaging, and human. My recent work includes editorial writing for local design, lifestyle, and business magazines and a communications internship in the health care sector.

Education

Douglas College

Post-Degree Diploma, Professional Communication

2024-2025

Urban Land Institute

Certificate, Foundations of Real Estate (FoRE)

2021

University of British Columbia

2011-2015

Bachelor of Environment Design, Honours Program

School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture

Work Experience

Freelance Writer, WESTERN LIVING

Writing editorial design content and contributing to research, interviews, and pitching story ideas aligned with the magazine’s voice.

August 2025 – Present

Communications Intern,
PROVINCIAL HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY

August – September 2025

Supported the communications team with digital content planning to promote initiatives by Provincial Language Services (PLS), Health Emergency Management BC (HEMBC), and the Provincial Medical Imaging Office (PMIO). Contributions included writing internal articles for the staff intranet and developing social media graphics and videos.

Editorial Intern, CANADA WIDE MEDIA

Western Living, BCBusiness, and Vancouver magazine

​Pitched and wrote articles for web and print. Supported the editorial team with fact checking, research, attending editorial meetings, assisting with digital content, photoshoots, and event coverage.

May – August 2025

Development Manager, QUADREAL PROPERTY GROUP

June 2022 – July 2024

Managed multiple mixed-use masterplans and industrial projects through full project lifecycles from acquisitions and design development to permitting and construction. Collaborated with internal teams, consultants, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction to manage budgets, schedules, and approvals. Provided commercial tenant coordination, handling communications, drawing reviews, site verifications, consultant coordination, and permitting. Represented QuadReal at Coquitlam UDI Liaison Committee meetings.

Development Manager, RIZE ALLIANCE PROPERTIES

Apr 2018 – May 2022

Managed mixed-use residential, office, and industrial projects from acquisitions through approvals, design, construction, and occupancy/closings. Coordinated with internal teams and external consultants to manage design, budget, and schedule. Oversaw municipal approvals and permitting applications, negotiation of legal agreements, and stakeholder communications. Supported internal teams with due diligence, marketing, and value engineering.​

Volunteering

CREW Network Convention 2024, Marketing Committee

Jan – Oct 2024

Marketing committee member and lead graphic designer – created content for Instagram, LinkedIn, and e-blasts to drive engagement and promote ticket sales and sponsorships. Our six-month campaign included monthly spotlights on past-attendees and day-of coverage, including edited recap reels and Instagram stories.

 

Awarded CREW Vancouver’s Volunteer MVP for outstanding contributions to the convention’s success.

Steveston Japanese Language School

2014 – Present

Student at the Steveston Japanese Language School in Richmond. Volunteered at multiple community events, including the Ships to Shore Festival, Salmon Festival (Canada Day celebration), and Richmond Sakura Festival to promote the school and raise funds.

Skills

Marketing & Communications
  • Social Media Marketing

  • Content Creation

  • Copywriting

  • Copy editing

  • Canadian Press Style

  • Graphic Design

  • SEO

  • Technical Writing

  • Web Content Writing & Design

Technical/Design Skills
  • ​​Adobe Creative Suite (Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

  • Canva

  • AutoCAD

  • 3D Modelling (SketchUp, Rhino)

Project Management
& Organization
  • Time Management

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

  • Microsoft Projects

Development & Real Estate
  • Project Management

  • Building Code

  • Building/Development Permits

  • Rezoning Applications

  • Proforma Analysis

  • Tenant Coordination

Connect With Me
  • LinkedIn

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