MY STORY
Christina Skinner BA, MFA
Born in Vancouver, BC
Works all over the place.
Hello.
I am a writer, communications specialist, and entrepreneur with more than ten years’ experience in strategic communications and brand development.
My passion is to use the key structure of story to connect and propel successful organizations and communities.
I've worked for companies with big names and small names. I've helped transform small companies into big companies. I've pitched stories that make headlines. I've strategized and written communications and business plans globally. I've brought ideas to life. I've increased followers and likes, and most importantly, built lasting communities.
Honestly, I've done a lot of things. Let's talk soon so we can do more things together.
CV
Organizations
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International Association of Business Communicators Professional Member
Education
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MFA Creative Writing. University of British Columbia
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Double BA English Literature and Creative Writing. University of British Columbia
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Strategic Social Media Marketing Certificate. Boston University
Select Professional Experience
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2026 to present - Communications and Engagement Strategist. Canadian Prescribed Fire Training Program. UBC Okanagan, BC, Canada
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2025 to 2026 - Communications Manager (Maternity Cover). Wine Growers British Columbia. BC, Canada
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2022 to 2026 - Communications Lead. Centre of Health Behaviour Change. UBC Okanagan
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2017 to 2026 - Professor, Communications. Okanagan College. Kelowna, Canada
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2016 to 2020 - Senior Copywriter and Editor. Be the Change Group Inc. Vancouver, Canada
Service and Leadership
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2026 to present - Director, Creative Services and Email Marketing IABC-BC
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2026 to present - Member, Marketing and Communications Strategy Task Team. Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre (CIFFC)
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2025 to 2026 - PR Chair, BC Games
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2018 to 2026 - Creator, Co-Owner, and Brand Manager. Frankie We Salute You Restaurant Inc
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2023 to 2025 - Director, Kelowna Women in Business
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2025 - Keynote Speaker, Okanagan Business Students Association
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2024 - Guest Panelist, WEBC Board of Directors
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2021 - Guest Lecturer Okanagan College, CMNS 360 Crisis Communications
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2020 - Guest Lecturer Okanagan College, CMNS 330 Public Relations