Lauren O.

Digital Strategist, Artist

Lauren Oostveen is a communications professional with a strong interest in leveraging technology to connect with people. She holds a Bachelor of Public Relations from Mount Saint Vincent University. Lauren has a rich and diverse professional background, having served in various roles across different organizations. Currently, she works as a Digital Content Advisor at the Government of Nova Scotia. Previously, she held positions such as Marketing Outreach Officer within the same organization. Her volunteer experience includes roles at Carbon Arc Cinema, Nocturne, and TEDxHalifax. Lauren has also showcased her writing skills as a Freelance Writer for The Chronicle Herald. Her past experience encompasses roles like Project Coordinator, Public Information Officer, and Development Officer at the Government of Nova Scotia. Additionally, she has worked as a Columnist at Transcontinental and as a Public Relations Officer at Heritage Credit Union.

Experience

Media Communications Specialist at Freelance (January 2006 - Present)

Concept Artist at Temper Temper (2011 - Present), Digital Strategist at Spruce Creative Inc. (January 2019 - October 2020), Administrator at Enriched Bread Artists (August 2019 - February 2020), Community Manager contract at Iversoft (April 2018 - July 2018), Brand Ambassador at PageCloud (October 2016 - March 2018), Marketing and Events Coordinator at Ottawa Street BIA (April 2015 - November 2015), Creative Writer at Metroland Digital (September 2013 - September 2014), Social Media and Event Coordinator at Homegrown Hamilton (2012 - 2014), Recruitment Officer / Marketing / Distance Ed at Mohawk College (2007 - 2012), Director SDCD Coop / Executive Editor Mayday Magazine at Homegrown Hamilton / SCDC Co-op (January 2005 - January 2008)