EDUCATION
Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) | Master of Professional Communication
· Trained as a formally qualified specialist to plan, implement and oversee organizational communication in productivity and sustainability at an advanced level
· Ontario Graduate Scholarship, 2019-20
University of Guelph | Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
· Studio Art with Distinction; Minor in Museum Studies
· Exchange Semester to Hochschule für Künste Bremen, University of the Arts Bremen, Bremen, Germany (2017)
· Dean’s Honours List (Fall 2013 – Spring 2017)
EXPERIENCE
DIGITAL MEDIA ASSOCIATE | December 2021 - Present
CERC in Migration & Integration, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) - Toronto, ON
· Design and development of web content, as well as overseeing the development of web enhancements in a Content Management environment.
· Creating and designing digital and print campaigns including posters, banners, signage, invitations, e-newsletters, and/or mobile design, creating website wireframes, applying technical skills in graphic design.
· Video, motion graphics and/or podcast editing and production.
· Supports digital storytelling and data visualization research projects.
· Project coordination and administration to ensure timely delivery of quality work.
· Maintaining standards of graphic design and production values for print-based projects and integrating, where appropriate into the website.
FREELANCE VIDEO EDITOR | January 2021 - Present
Toronto, ON
· Tell original stories through the art of video that assists clients with connecting and engaging their audience
· Services provided range from: Creative video consultation, storyboard creation, digital file management, assemblage of raw material into captivating stories, colour grading, motion graphics, and delivery of videos ready for all social media platforms
· Clients include: Kayla Diamond, Gary Beals, Nordest Studio (supporting Apathy is Boring, American Express, Pattison Outdoor), DJ Lady Pista, Red Beti Theatre, Ali Phi, MyHEAT
DIGITAL MEDIA SPECIALIST | August - November 2021
CERC in Migration & Integration, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) - Toronto, ON
· Design and development of web content, as well as overseeing the development of web enhancements in a Content Management environment.
· Creating and designing digital and print campaigns including posters, banners, signage, invitations, e-newsletters, and/or mobile design, creating website wireframes, applying technical skills in graphic design.
· Video/motion graphics editing.
· Supports digital storytelling and data visualization research projects.
· Project coordination and administration to ensure timely delivery of quality work.
· Maintaining standards of graphic design and production values for print-based projects and integrating, where appropriate into the website.
DIGITAL MEDIA ASSISTANT | March - August 2021
CERC in Migration & Integration, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) - Toronto, ON
· Maintain and develop a priority list of web enhancements; create project plans for deliverables and timelines based on priority initiatives and target audience
· Develop digital imagery for all communications channels working with CERC Migration to advance the visual identity for CERC Migration material including social media and email campaigns
· Develop digital imagery for all communications channels working with CERC Migration to advance the visual identity for CERC Migration material including social media and email campaigns
· Undertake photography, video editing, and motion graphic design
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR | September - December 2020
DESIGN & PRODUCTION INTERN | January – August 2020
Nordest Studio - Toronto, ON
· Assist with all streaming-related events and services including set-up, project plans, staging support, filming, and calling
· Edit video content and motion graphics for client live streams, marketing material, and social media posts
· Engage in team brainstorming, ideations, and conceptualization for various client requests related to marketing, content management, and brand campaign services
· Manage projects for a variety of clients with my organizational skills and enthusiasm to improve existing systems
· Highlights: Apathy is Boring RISE Retreat Winter 2020, Luminato Festival Toronto Live Stream 2020, Small World Music - Global Toronto Online Live Stream 2020, CAMH NSNT Campaign Launch Live Stream 2020, Kayla Diamond Music Videos September 2020
GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT | May - August 2020
Global Journalism Innovation Lab, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) - Toronto, ON
· Collaborated with the TMU research team on the Explanatory Journalism Project, a $2.5 million Partnership Grant project supported by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), focused on discovering the uptake and impact of explanatory digital journalism
· Conducted data analysis research focused on ways in which quantitative data has been portrayed in The Conversation Canada surrounding COVID-19 to inform public dialogue and policy action
Co-Lead: Website Design and Development using the TMU AEM CQ platform
Lead Workshop: Voyant Tools + Microsoft Excel - Global Journalism Impact & Uptake Co-Lead Workshop: Intro to Microsoft Excel - Global Journalism Impact & Uptake Blogging Tools - Global Journalism Impact & Uptake
GRADUATE ASSISTANT | September 2019 - May 2020
Faculty of Communication & Design, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University) - Toronto, ON
· Collaborated with professors to implement new material in the syllabus for courses covering text, images and sound, countercultural communication and communication and social media
· Graded assignments, projects, and midterms posted on D2L
· Assisted students with inquiries about coursework while offering constructive feedback
· Facilitated effective environments for group work to occur in the classroom
· Completed TA workshops through the Learning and Teaching office
VIDEOGRAPHER AND EDITOR | December 2017 - August 2019
Viva Productions - Kingston, ON
· Served in various roles including camera operator, editor, graphic artist, producer/associate producer, and production assistant in the development and creation of promotional ideas and concepts
· Created and maintained customer and client relations
· Assisted in marketing, content creation, sales, and promotions for the company and its subsidiaries of Station 14 Kingston and Gaels on Station 14
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, LIVE STREAM | September 2017 - August 2019
Gaels on Station 14 - Kingston, ON
· Helped produce successful live sports webcast productions involving the Queen's University Gaels athletic program in Kingston, Ontario across several sports
· Trained in camera operation, directing, live switching, graphics, instant replay, and tech troubleshooting
· Attended OUA Broadcast & Marketing U Conference in Spring 2019
COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT | September 2018 - January 2019
Queen’s University - Kingston, ON
· Produced weekly Queen's Gaels highlight videos recapping weekend action and previewing upcoming home games for social media platforms
· Sourced and edited video footage
· Wrote and recorded voice-overs
SENIOR WEBCAST CREW MEMBER | August 2014 - April 2017
University of Guelph - Guelph, ON
· Crew member for over 180 different game-day live webcast productions of Guelph Gryphons sports
· Operated video cameras and switchers, NewTek TriCaster, and audio equipment
· Troubleshooted technical issues by communicated between online streaming services and live production team
VIDEOGRAPHER AND EDITOR | April 2012 - December 2016
KINGSTON CLIPPERS SOCCER CLUB - Kingston, ON
· Captured a variety of promotional, social and live game footage throughout both the outdoor and indoor seasons for men’s and women’s League1 Ontario soccer teams
· Filmed matches and produce highlight packages for promotional material
· Assisted COGECO Kingston in capturing games on live-to-tape
DIGITAL DOCUMENTATION AND CONTENT CREATOR | April- August 2015
Modern Fuel Artist-Run Centre - Kingston, ON
· Contributed to the daily operation of the non-profit artist-run centre and the community-oriented programming it offers under supervision of then Artistic Director Kevin Rodgers
· Served as liaison between the artist-run centre and artists within the community through social media and email
· Coordinated interview times with members of the artist-run centre for a video documentation major project
· Edited video content for social media release and digital archives
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Leading to Reading volunteer, Toronto Public Library, Toronto, ON (2023 - present)
Event volunteer, From Tip-Off to Toronto panel, She’s4Sports and The Give and Grow, Toronto, ON (2024)
Event Volunteer, Ice Queens screening and Q&A, She’s4Sports, Toronto, ON (2024)
Event Volunteer, Growing the Game panel, She’s4Sports, Toronto, ON (2023)
Researcher, Synaesthetic Media Lab, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University), Toronto, ON (2020)
Content Creator, Art+Feminism Wikipedia Edit-A-Thon, Art Gallery of Ontario, Toronto, ON (2017)
Videographer and Editor, Alzheimer Society of KFL&A, Kingston, ON (2017)
Photographer, Curtain Call Productions, Guelph, ON (2015-2016)
Student Volunteer, Dasha Shenkman Lecture in Contemporary Art, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON (2014-2017)
AWARDS
“Good Love” (Editor), Official Selection, Local Shorts, Kingston Canadian Film Festival, Kingston, ON, Canada, 2022
“Good Love” (Editor), Winner, Best Documentary, Emerging Lens Cultural Film Festival, Halifax, NS, Canada, 2021
DMZ Ventures Logo Design Challenge, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University), 2020
Ontario University Athletics Broadcast/Webcast of the Year, Gaels on Station 14, Queen’s University, 2018
Ontario University Athletics Broadcast/Webcast of the Year, GryphVision, University of Guelph, 2016
Inaugural GryphVision MVP Award, University of Guelph, 2015