Trevor Jang
About Trevor Jang
Trevor Jang is a Communications Officer at the First Nations Health Authority in West Vancouver, British Columbia. He has a background in Broadcast & Media Communications and extensive experience in journalism, audience strategy, and digital marketing.
Work at First Nations Health Authority
Trevor Jang has been serving as a Communications Officer at the First Nations Health Authority since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for managing communication strategies and initiatives that support the health and well-being of Indigenous communities in British Columbia. His position is based in West Vancouver, where he collaborates with various stakeholders to enhance the visibility and effectiveness of health services provided to First Nations.
Education and Expertise
Trevor Jang studied at the British Columbia Institute of Technology, where he earned a Diploma of Technology in Broadcast & Media Communications - Radio from 2010 to 2012. He also completed courses in Marketing Essentials and Project Management for Marketing in 2011. Additionally, he participated in the Lukas Resheske Copywriting Mentorship Program, focusing on Direct-Response Copywriting from 2019 to 2020, and studied Digital Marketing at BrainStation in 2020. His educational background supports his expertise in communications and marketing.
Background
Trevor Jang has a diverse professional background in communications, journalism, and marketing. He began his career at CFNR Radio Network, where he worked as a Host-Producer, Swing Announcer, and News Reporter from 2012 to 2014. He has held various positions, including Audience Strategist at IndigiNews and Communications Specialist at the First Nations Technology Council. His experience spans multiple sectors, including media, digital marketing, and Indigenous advocacy.
Achievements
Trevor Jang has received recognition for his contributions to journalism and Indigenous representation. He was a finalist for the 2016 BC Association of Broadcasters award for Excellence in News Reporting and the 2018 Canadian Digital Publishing Award for Best Personal Essay. He also co-authored the first Indigenous-led labour market report on Indigenous representation in the BC tech sector and the eBook '#DataBack: Asserting and Supporting Indigenous Data Sovereignty.' His published works include contributions to notable outlets such as BC Business, CBC Indigenous, and VICE News.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Trevor Jang has held various roles that demonstrate his skills in communication and media. He worked at Roundhouse Radio 98.3 as a Reporter and Content Creator from 2015 to 2016 and at Discourse Media as a Reporter from 2016 to 2017. He also served as a Digital Marketing Strategist at Shop First Nations and as a Copywriter/Marketing Consultant at Animikii Inc. His diverse roles have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of both traditional and digital media landscapes.