PROFILE AND OBJECTIVE
A highly motivated individual that has recently completed the Business Marketing program offered through Fanshawe College. Recognized for exceptional communication skills in both academic and professional settings. Possesses additional degrees from Western University in History/Philosophy as well as Writing, Rhetoric and Communication. Seeking employment in the marketing industry where my excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong work ethic and a passion to learn will be an asset to the business.
EDUCATION
Business- Marketing
Fanshawe College
2014- 2016
Honors B.A., History and Philosophy double major
Western University
2006 – 2014
Ontario Secondary School Diploma 2001 -2005
Clarke Road S.S.
Ontario Scholar, 2005
EXPERIENCE
Research Analyst- FranchiseGrade.com April 2016- Sept. 2016
Responsible for compiling data, data entry and reception
Writing reports for company website
Writing blog posts for the company website
Sports Writer- Interrobang Newspaper, Fanshawe College Sept. 2015- April 2016
Responsible for covering and reporting on two varsity athletics stories each week
Ensuring every story is ready within tight deadlines
Pitch ideas for weekly stories within and outside my section during team meetings
Use engaging and relevant material for the topics chosen
Residence Clerk- London Hall, Western University Aug. 2015- April 2016
Responsible for front desk operations, including student security, guest registration, incoming and outgoing mail, caretaking operations and other residence life functions
Ensure that appropriate rooms are locked/unlocked as needed
Daily security rounds to monitor the building during off-peak hours
Team Member- CPS Fundraising Jan. 2015- March 2015
Responsible for raising funds for various not-for-profit organizations as well as
participated in daily boardroom meetings and performing administrative tasks
S Sports Historian/Writer- Western Mustangs at Western University Sept. 2012- Aug. 2014
Responsible for updating the Mustangs website as needed with roster changes
coach biographies, etc.
Covered several varsity sports extensively (swimming, wrestling, etc.) with tight deadlines to meet
Responsible for writing copy for press releases and other publications made by
the Western Mustangs
Marketing Assistant- B. A. Society May. 2011- Aug. 2014
Created marketing materials including posters, website design, and mailers to promote and grow the company
Worked alongside owner in developing ideas for future marketing campaigns
Assisted in development of training manuals and other non-fiction publications
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Contributor to commemorative “100 Years of Mustangs Athletics” coffee-table book
Proficient in Adobe CC, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
Freelance tutor for ESL and international students
Reading historical fiction and science fiction novels
Reading and writing about the history of various sports