Marketing Communications Professional

Here is a little about me and some of my recent work.

I'm ready for work.

Contact me

Email: ehismat1@gmail.com

Phone: 825 882 2345

Annual Reports

Storytelling in Videos Photos (Social Media)

Press Releases and Media Advisory

Media Engagement

Newcomer Centre Lands Back in Mill Woods with New Location – Newcomer Centre

The Newcomer Centre’s Welcome Centre had been a tenant in Millbourne Market Mall in the Mill Woods neighbourhood for around 20 years. That location closed last year amidst changes in the organization’s structure. But after talks with the non-profit’s main funder, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, a decision was made to keep a presence in the southeast, a pocket of the city known for having a strong presence of newcomer communities.

The Newcomer Centre’s Welcome Centre had been a ten...

Rainbow Refuge Story on CBC Won the Prairie RTDNA Award — A Stellar Report that Highlighted Real Experience of LGBTQ+ Newcomers and the Services we Offer to Support their Settlement Journey in Canada

Our Rainbow Refuge Story on CBC won the Prairie RTDNA award! The Prairie RTDNA Awards are annual awards from RTDNA Canada that recognize excellence in broadcast and digital journalism in the Prairies region of Canada, with categories for audio, video, digital, and multiplatform work.

Thanks to CBC for the stellar reporting that covered multiple perspectives in great depth and range to highlight real experience of LGBTQ+ newcomers and the services offered at Edmonton Newcomer Centre to support t...

Alberta Immigrants Say Seeing an Uptick in Anger, Rise of Racist Narratives – Newcomer Centre

“Newcomers are strengthening Alberta’s workforce, economy, and communities every day. Don’t let misinformation drown out the facts. Speak up, stand with immigrants, and help build a more welcoming Alberta.” says Laurie Hauer, Interim Executive Director, Edmonton Newcomer Centre. 

Alberta resident Shamaila Akram says she can handle the increase in racial slurs and derogatory comments being thrown at her, but she worries about her newcomer and immigrant clients.

As debates unfold over Canada’s...

C5 Northgate Hub and Market: Why Some Food Banks are Ditching Hampers and Embracing Client Choice – Newcomer Centre

“It makes you feel more like a human; that’s the way it should be”
More and more Albertans are turning to food banks to survive, as they continue to feel squeezed by the rising cost of living. Now, some of those organizations are taking a different approach to helping their clients.
Jason Kavanagh, a single father of three kids between the ages of 10 and 19, shops at the C5 Community Market, where people can come shop produce, non-perishables and essentials at no cost to them. There are other C5...

Graphics Design / Marketing and Promotion

Brochures and Programs and Services Guide

Strategic Communications Plans

Internal Communications Training Manuals and Guides

Event Support Graphics

Core Competencies

Strategic Listening

  • Attentive and perceptive listener with the ability to identify salient insights that inform effective, respectful, and audience-centered messaging.

Writing & Editing

  • Strong writing and editorial skills with the ability to craft clear, concise, and engaging content that enhances audience retention across multiple platforms.

Research & Data Analysis

  • Skilled in gathering and interpreting data from media trends, social media metrics, and website analytics to inform message development, design strategy, and content placement.

Photography & Visual Storytelling

  • Experienced in producing high-quality photography to support fundraising initiatives, program promotions, and engagement across social media, print materials, and websites.

Graphic Design

  • Proficient in Canva and Adobe Express for developing branded promotional materials, digital graphics, and marketing assets.

Event Planning & Project Management

  • Proven ability to collaborate with teams, stakeholders, dignitaries, and vendors to plan and execute successful events and projects.
  • Conducts post-event evaluations, prepares appreciation communications, and develops comprehensive reports.

Digital & Project Management Tools

  • Microsoft Office 365, WordPress (Elementor), Google Workspace, Mailchimp, Eventbrite, Monday.com, Canva & Adobe Express

Education

Masters in Advertising & Marketing: Coventry University, England /2009-2010

BSc. Mass Communication: Benson Idahosa University, Nigeria /2002-2006

Ready to Work

  • Full time opportunities 
  • Part time opportunities 
  • In-person 
  • Hybrid / Remote