Candice G. Ball

Experience

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  CGB Communications

  Jun 1997 - now

  Communications Specialist & Writer

  As a communications specialist, I have worked on a variety of projects, including creating an electronic newsletter for an organic market in Winnipeg; writing web copy for a Calgary-based, mid-market law firm; generating national media coverage for an exclusive handbag and shoe boutique; creating marketing pieces for a major architecture and design firm; developing website and digital marketing strategy for a medical professional. As a professional writer, I have published articles in newspapers and magazines, including Free Press Community Review, Winnipeg Women Magazine, Avenue, Calgary Herald, Impact Magazine, Oilweek, Oil & Gas Inquirer, Oilsands Review and Canadian School Counsellor. Show less

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  MNP

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2004

  Communications Manager

  Working closely with the director of marketing and other firm leaders, I was responsible for all internal and external marketing and communications initiatives for MNP, including:• Editor of client magazine, MNP Mpact (circulation 30,000)• Strategic communications and marketing plans• Corporate advertising and collateral materials• Media relations• Website development and maintenance

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  JuneWarren-Nickle's Energy Group

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2007

  Editor

  During my time at JWP, I gained experience first as a contract associate editor for Oilweek. After completing my six-month contract, I accepted a full-time position as associate editor for Alberta Construction Magazine (ACM) and as a staff writer for Oil & Gas Inquirer (OGI). In May 2006, I received another promotion and became editor of ACM. In November 2006, I took on the additional role as editor of “Working Lives,” a monthly career section that ran in Oilweek, Oilsands Review, and OGI. My responsibilities entailed:• Keeping abreast of trends in the oil and gas and construction industries• Managing production process from story concept to print• Assigning stories to freelance writers• Writing in-depth stories about projects, trends and personalities Show less

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  Fillmore Riley LLP

  Jan 2010 - now

  Marketing & Communications Manager

  I provide direction and support in all marketing initiatives through communications, media and public relations strategies that contribute to the achievement of Fillmore Riley LLP’s goals.