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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

• Assisted with the production of digital books using XIASOFT (DITA CCMS)
• Proofread final manuscripts and input revisions prior to publication
• Collaborated as part of a remote/hybrid publications team

Antwerp, Flemish Region, Belgium

• I contributed to the ERC-funded research project “Constructing Age for Young Readers” under the supervision of Dr. Vanessa Joosen.
• Annotated digital text in XML editors (Oxygen and Sublime Text) following the TEI encoding scheme
• Reviewed and annotated images from historic books to collect data on implicit bias

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

• BC Studies is a peer-reviewed multidisciplinary journal housed at the University of British Columbia. Sales:
• Managed individual and institutional journal subscriptions using FileMaker Pro
• Directed advertising sales: negotiated advertising rates, prepared invoices, arranged exchange ads
• Maintained financial spreadsheets (MS Excel) and processed bank deposits Marketing & Communications:
• Spearheaded MailChimp marketing newsletter, increasing traffic to website… Show more BC Studies is a peer-reviewed multidisciplinary journal housed at the University of British Columbia. Sales:
• Spearheaded MailChimp marketing newsletter, increasing traffic to website and growing readership

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

• I advanced from Library Service Associate (shelver) to Library Public Service Associate (circulation) to Senior Library Public Service Associate (patron services and programming).
• Delivered attentive, patron-focused service to diverse populations across multiple worksites
• Followed detailed procedures in a high-performance team environment
• Researched complex requests for information and communicated findings with curiosity and respect for intellectual freedom
• Upheld… Show more I advanced from Library Service Associate (shelver) to Library Public Service Associate (circulation) to Senior Library Public Service Associate (patron services and programming).
• Upheld VPL's commitment to inclusive, collaborative, community-oriented library spaces Show less

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

• Developed in-depth knowledge of academic publishing trends and course texts
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work efficiently in a high-traffic environment
• Delivered customer service and processed sales transactions
• Maintained the appearance of sales floor by restocking, organizing, and filling displays

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• McNally Robinson Booksellers is Canada’s largest independent bookstore. I met with publishing representatives seasonally and handpicked children’s and YA books for all McNally Robinson locations.
• As a member of the MRB Marketing Team, attended bimonthly brainstorming and planning meetings
• Curated children’s section of print newsletter and annual holiday catalogue
• Traveled to network with publishers and industry professionals

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Planned and constructed displays based on seasonal themes and market trends
• Collaborated with publishers and community organizations

Winnipeg, Canada

• Managed store sections by tracking sales, reordering stock, and processing returns to publishers
• Collaborated with librarians and educators to develop collections and fulfil purchase orders
• Launched children’s department Instagram (@McNallyKids) and authored website posts
• Organized and facilitated children’s book events with 300+ attendees

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Curated and constructed creative displays promoting new releases, backlist, and store events
• Collaborated with publishers and community organizations

New York, New York, United States

• Delivered customer service; fielded queries and processed sales transactions
• Shelved books and processed returns to publishers
• Adapted quickly to a new work environment (summer student job)

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

• Demonstrated attention to detail shelving books, filling special orders, and processing sales transactions
• Offered personalized recommendations based on reading tastes and interests
• Developed wide breadth of book industry knowledge

Erasmus Mundus International Master, Children'S Literature, Media, And Culture, Awarded With Distinction

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Scholarship Recipient (Full Tuition + Stipend)

Erasmus Mundus International Master, Children'S Literature, Media, And Culture

Transcultural Trajectories Pathway

Erasmus Mundus International Master, Children'S Literature, Media, And Culture

Education record

Vancouver International Summer School in Children’s Literature

Education record

Completed courses in Copyediting, Proofreading, Stylistic Editing, and Structural Editing.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, English - Young People'S Texts & Cultures Specialization