Chelsea O’Connor
Purpose-led. People-focused.Mission-driven leadership across communications, production, and design.
I help mission-driven organizations connect their purpose to the people they serve. Drawing on experience in media production, digital product design, and organizational leadership, I bring ideas into focus, teams together, and meaningful projects to life.
How I help
I bring a broad perspective shaped by leadership roles in startups, technology, and media. My work connects strategy with execution: understanding the purpose, identifying what people need, and coordinating the communication, production, and design that move a project forward.
Whether I’m shaping a story, guiding a digital product, or coordinating a production, I start with the same questions: Who is this for? What matters to them? What are we trying to change?
I work directly with teams and bring in trusted collaborators when a project needs additional expertise.
People first
I start by understanding the people a project serves and the team bringing it to life.
Purpose into practice
I connect an organization’s mission to clear messages, thoughtful experiences, and practical decisions.
Creative problem-solving
I draw on communications, production, and design to find the approach a project needs.
Collaborative leadership
I bring people together around a shared direction, with clear expectations and room for their expertise.
Organized execution
I help teams manage moving parts, make decisions, and carry ideas through to delivery.
Meaningful outcomes
I keep the intended impact in view, so the work serves its purpose as well as its audience.
Years in UI/UX Design
Years in Technology Product & Business Development
Years in Media Production and Strategy
Me
My Work
Explore projects spanning organizational leadership, communications, media production, and digital product design—along with the roles I played in bringing them to life.
How I work
I connect the big picture with the details that make it happen.
I ask why before deciding how. I value honest communication, strong working relationships, and a clear understanding of what success means. My experience across creative, technical, and business roles helps me connect perspectives and keep teams moving toward a shared goal.
Experience across disciplines
My experience spans communications strategy, storytelling, media production, product management, UI/UX design, and business development.
- DESIGN DIRECTION
- Product MANAGEMENT
- UI/UX Design
- BUSINESS STRATEGY
I’ve worked across early-stage ventures, digital platforms, and screen-based productions, often connecting the creative vision with the practical work needed to deliver it.
I’ve also represented projects and organizations at events including Kidscreen, TechCrunch, and SOCAP—communicating their value to partners, audiences, and potential investors.
Award-winning production
My background in media includes producing, writing, hosting, and coordinating digital and television projects. That work has received Yorkton and Pixie Awards and a Kidscreen nomination.
As Associate Producer on The Price of Cheap, I helped coordinate production and post-production for a feature documentary exploring forced labour and exploitation in the textile industry.
Media
Technology
The people I’ve worked with describe the qualities I aim to bring to every project: care, adaptability, clear communication, and commitment to the team.
“Chelsea started with muuvment in August 2018 when it was in its infancy. At that time we had very limited resources yet faced many challenges to get the project up and running. Chelsea’s willingness to turn her hand to any job that presented itself was extremely important to getting muuvment to where it is today and we are most grateful to her for ‘digging in’ when it was most needed. Chelsea has a plethora of varying skillsets which she can call upon when faced with difficult and challenging situations. She is sincere, honest and can be trusted with the most delicate and sensitive matters. Her energy and enthusiasm will be greatly missed.”
“Chelsea’s contribution in advancing muuvment has been crucial. I’ll always be grateful to her for her willingness to take on any task to help out with the various growth-related challenges we’ve faced.”
“Chelsea O’Connor wholeheartedly believes in our city’s talent… As an industry professional and role model, she combines virtue, integrity, and charisma with intense creative passion and humour. I don’t know what we’d do without her.”
“I’ve really enjoyed working with Chelsea! As a leader, she cares deeply about her work and teammates. And she’s great at her job: her organizational systems have kept our team running — not an easy task given the complexity of our tech platform. She is great at communication, has excellent attention to detail, and is an expert at juggling many balls. I hope to work with her again in future! ”
“Chelsea cares about quality.
Chelsea cares about fairness.
Chelsea cares about communication.
Chelsea cares about teamwork.
Chelsea cares about diversity.
Chelsea cares.”
“Chelsea is able to adapt to any situation that she is thrown into. She has a skill set that is rare in the multitasking and changing environment of screen based entertainment. I would hire her in a heartbeat for any position as she brings an enthusiasm and professionalism that is hard to come by.”
Connect with me on LinkedIn
If you’re building a mission-driven organization, developing a product, or bringing a story to an audience, I’d welcome a conversation.
Connect on LinkedInFor details on my current project, Artist For A Year, visit artistforayear.com or message me on Instagram @artistforayear.