I wrangle words at AutoGuide, educating — and entertaining — readers on the complex and fast-paced world of the automotive industry. I am also the lead road tester.Responsibilities include:- Editing the work of my co-workers and a team of regular contributors.- Writing my own articles on industry news, test drives, and buying advice.- Maintaining and cultivating a broad range of relationships with industry connections, both in Canada and in the US. This can include handling… Show more I wrangle words at AutoGuide, educating — and entertaining — readers on the complex and fast-paced world of the automotive industry. I am also the lead road tester.Responsibilities include:- Editing the work of my co-workers and a team of regular contributors.- Writing my own articles on industry news, test drives, and buying advice.- Maintaining and cultivating a broad range of relationships with industry connections, both in Canada and in the US. This can include handling press fleet vehicle tests, launch events, interviews, and press releases.- Maintain a steady schedule of road tests, as well as launch events.- Work with the managing editor to ensure a steady site publishing schedule.- Handle posts on all social media outlets.- Pitch story ideas and team initiatives. Work with the managing editor to maintain a long-term site plan.- Photograph all of my own road tests, as well as all real-world comparisons. Show less

Community Manager since 2010Contributing Writer since 2012Editor in Chief since 2015Responsibilities include:- Maintaining and expanding relationships within the gaming industry through reviews and interviews- Personally worked with a range of partners (Microsoft, Sony, Porsche, Formula D star Dai Yoshihara) for community-focused activation events- Managing a writing team that covers a variety of topics, including console simulation racing, eSports, and… Show more Community Manager since 2010Contributing Writer since 2012Editor in Chief since 2015Responsibilities include:- Maintaining and expanding relationships within the gaming industry through reviews and interviews- Personally worked with a range of partners (Microsoft, Sony, Porsche, Formula D star Dai Yoshihara) for community-focused activation events- Managing a writing team that covers a variety of topics, including console simulation racing, eSports, and motorsports- Scheduling articles to maintain a consistent flow of content- Working with the site owner to ensure the news portion is consistent with the site's message- Writing my own articles in addition to editing others' work- Moderating a community of over a quarter-million members Show less

I have worked on a wide-ranging variety of projects for clients, from website design for unions, to event posters and book designs for university groups, by way of brand identity development for numerous companies.

I've worked as a freelance writer for Quill primarily on automotive content for brands such as Kijiji Autos. This involves model overviews as well as advice articles.

Primarily worked as Production Assistant for the Directions 2015 Award Show. Duties included:- Liasing with Canadian advertising and design agencies to better organize the awards.- Comprehensive database organization.- Aid in the layout of the editorial supplement to the show.- Edit show scripts.- Maintain the club's social media presence.- Co-ordinate with local suppliers for industry events.In addition, I worked with the team that helped recently launch the… Show more Primarily worked as Production Assistant for the Directions 2015 Award Show. Duties included:- Liasing with Canadian advertising and design agencies to better organize the awards.- Comprehensive database organization.- Aid in the layout of the editorial supplement to the show.- Edit show scripts.- Maintain the club's social media presence.- Co-ordinate with local suppliers for industry events.In addition, I worked with the team that helped recently launch the ADCC Award Archives, showcasing previous years' winners. Show less

Line Cook since September 2012Day Manager since January 2014Server/Bartender since September 2014Responsibilities included:- Regular stock checks and coordination of orders with numerous suppliers across the city- Maintaining high speed and exceptional quality throughout peak operating hours- Scheduling- Designing exterior chalkboard signs- Designing menus