Banner photo: Crowsnest Pass, Alberta (Morgan Ostrander)

GIS Specialist & Writer 
Making data accessible through maps and plain English. Coding advocate, part-time artist.

Clear communication is my top priority. As a GIS specialist and writer, I’m committed to making data easy to understand. With experience in environmental consulting, marketing writing, wildlife research, and records management, I deliver high-quality work in fast-paced environments. 

Email: morgan.g.ostrander@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://ca.linkedin.com/in/morganostrander

I’m passionate about cartography and my work is influenced by my fine arts experience. Diverse international experiences in Austria (exchange program), China, and the UK have given me a broader perspective on geographic issues. I play the viola and love collaborating with other musicians in a variety of ensembles.
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CORE SKILLS

★ GIS & DATA ANALYSIS

Software & online tools

• ESRI ArcGIS Suite; QGIS
• Web mapping (ArcGIS Online; Google Maps API)
• ArcGIS REST API
• Microsoft Access & Excel; MS SQL Server
• FME Desktop (data conversion)
• Adobe Illustrator; Avenza MAPublisher

Programming & databases

• Python 2.7 & 3.x
• HTML5/CSS3
• JavaScript
• SQL querying
• Relational database design

Testing & research

• QA/QC testing
• Wildlife research (including field work)
• Formal report writing

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★ WRITING

• E-commerce marketing
• Copywriting
• Search engine optimization (SEO)
• Copyediting

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★ ART

• Cartography: Studied formal cartographic principles and bring my art into my maps.
• Calligraphy: Over 10 years of experience; teach workshops in Calgary.
• Photography: Enjoy experimenting and documenting my travel experiences.