Kirsten Barkved
About Kirsten Barkved
Kirsten Barkved is a Senior Content Strategist with extensive experience in content marketing and strategy across various organizations. She has worked at Moz, SAP, and Clio, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing from The University of British Columbia.
Current Role at Clio
Kirsten Barkved serves as a Senior Content Strategist at Clio, a company specializing in cloud-based legal technology. She has held this position since 2022, contributing her expertise in content strategy to enhance Clio's marketing efforts. Her role involves developing content that aligns with the company's objectives and resonates with its target audience.
Previous Experience at Moz and SAP
Before joining Clio, Kirsten worked at Moz as a Copywriter and Blog Manager from 2017 to 2019 for two years. She then transitioned to SAP, where she served as a Senior Content Strategist from 2020 to 2022. In these roles, she focused on creating engaging content and managing various content initiatives.
Educational Background
Kirsten Barkved studied at The University of British Columbia, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Creative Writing from 2009 to 2013. She also attended Kwantlen University College from 2007 to 2009. Her education has provided her with a solid foundation in writing and storytelling, which she applies in her professional roles.
Expertise in SEO and Content Strategy
Kirsten possesses strong expertise in SEO, which is integral to her role as a content strategist. She utilizes her knowledge of search engine optimization to enhance content visibility and drive traffic. Her unique storytelling style often incorporates personal themes, making her content relatable and engaging.
Professional Journey and Other Roles
Kirsten has held various positions throughout her career, including Marketing Manager at Grown Here Farms in 2017, Content Marketing Manager at iQmetrix from 2019 to 2020, and Content Manager at Indaba Digital from 2016 to 2017. She also worked as a Marketing Copywriter at STAT Search Analytics from 2017 to 2019 and served as a Youth Ambassador at Vernon Public Art Gallery in 2012.