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Toronto, Canada Area

As the marketing communications coordinator I served as an integral part of the eCampusOntario team in communicating our purpose, value and programming to our key stakeholders: the provincial government and the 45 publicly funded colleges and universities in Ontario.

Toronto, Canada Area

Served as a key member of the DDB PR team in creating and delivering engaging campaigns that resonate with our clients and their audiences. Continuously engaging in ongoing relationship management with journalists, bloggers and writers to maintain relationships with industry influencers.

Toronto

Served as the lead coordinator on the management of the Beaches International Jazz Festival account, creating and executing a four-month proactive media relations program. Built strong connections and relationships with industry influencers, securing 120,000,000 impressions across print, online and broadcast outlets.

Toronto Flagship

Served as a brand ambassador for Kit and Ace, creating meaningful connections in the shop’s community and providing a top-notch in-shop experience. Built authentic, lasting relationships with shop locals ensuring return visits through strong customer service. Developed and maintained exceptional product knowledge and promoted the culture and brand of Kit.

Toronto, Canada Area

Provided friendly, fashion forward advice and assistance to Aritzia shoppers. Maintained extensive knowledge on the company's thirteen brands and merchandise in order to outfit the Aritzia shopper with the pieces best suited to her taste and style. Worked alongside the Aritzia sales team to provide unparalleled customer service and represent the design and.

Queen's University

Collaborated with a team of ten to create and facilitate on campus events seeking to break down the stigma surrounding mental health. Hosted a monthly speaker series focusing on differing aspects of mental health such as depression and anxiety in order to engage members of the Queen's community in a discussion on mental health and wellness. Responsible for.

Kingston, Ontario

Provided one on one counselling and academic advice to first year students at Queen's University. Served as a knowledgeable resource in time tabling, program requirements and navigating online educational resources.

Queen's University

Collaborated with a team of twelve in marketing the reinvented brand of the Queen's University campus pub. Planned and implemented two on campus outreach initiatives for Queen's students. Utilized social media outlets to promote the service's events and reach out to the student population.

Kingston Ontario

Advised incoming first year Queen's University students entering the faculty of Arts and Science through course registration and schedule building. Served as a knowledgeable resource in degree programs and plans and the Student Online University System (SOLUS). Assisted the Registration Coordinator alongside the Undergraduate department chairs with Upper.

Queen's University

Planned, organized and implemented two successful silent auctions raising a total of $3 000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Served as a direct contact between the Queen's branch of the foundation and local Kingston companies, organizations and the community at large. Responsible for establishing lasting sponsorship partnerships with multiple local Kingston.

Post-Graduate Certificate, Public Relations

Activities and Societies: International Association of Business Communicators student member, Canadian Public Relations Society student.

Bachelor'S Degree

Bachelor Of Arts Honours, Sociology

Activities and Societies: Peer Mentor, Peer Academic Advisor, Students for Wishes: Queen's - Sponsorship Director, Students for Wishes.