Hi, I’m Vivian Gietz (she/her) — a Vancouver-based Fractional Operations & Communications Director working with nonprofits on funding strategy, internal systems, and clear, effective storytelling.

I bring nearly a decade of nonprofit experience across operations, communications, and grant writing, and have secured $400,000+ in grant funding. I currently serve as Operations Director at a women’s addiction recovery organization, where I play a key role in planning, systems development, funding strategy, and leadership decision-making.

I believe that creativity and structure work best together. Colour, design, and expression aren’t just extras — They shape how teams think, communicate, and solve complex problems. When people feel safe to be authentic at work, collaboration improves, and stronger systems follow. This is why my work sits at the intersection of operations and communications.

Outside of work, I’m a nail artist, cat and dog mom, and frequent beach-goer. As a bi woman, my work is shaped by intersectional feminism and a belief in community-centered organizations that lead with care, equity, and integrity — not just in words, but in practice.

Through Melondrop Marketing, I provide embedded, director-level leadership for nonprofits navigating growth, bringing clarity to roles, structure to operations, and creating sustainable momentum without the need for a full-time hire.