Qualification highlights
- Freelance writer for several print and online media, including blogTO.com, Skateboard Canada, Spacing Magazine and Gamerfeed.com.
- 3+ years of Management experience at a not-for-profit radio station
- Excellent researching, writing, editing, interviewing, reporting and hosting skills for print, radio and web.
- Event organization including Queen’s Park Lobby Conference and provincial campaign launch events at several locations.
- Strong problem solving, research, analysis, time management, and committed teamwork skills.
- Computer skills: MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Protools, Logic Audio, WordPress.
Professional Accomplishments
On-Air Media Experience
- Manager of not-for-profit university radio station, CKRG 89.9FM in Toronto.
- Chair of the Board of Directors
- Obtained LPFM license through CRTC, negotiations with neighboring stations, geographical surveys and installation of new broadcast system.
- Production and editing of commercial advertising spots purchased with the station.
- Increased volunteer numbers from 7 to 85 people over two years by implementing numerous volunteer drives and advertising initiatives.
- Created operations and training policy for volunteers and executive staff; and new cataloguing systems for the music library.
- Hosted several on-air programs, including interviewing and editing material.
Online and Print Media Experience
- Oversee the administration of the main OUSA website.
- Development, coordination and implementation of all OUSA campaigns;
- Oversee the production and design of all materials for campaigns;
- Writer and Editor-in-chief for www.thedailynar.com
- Recruited 5 contributing writers and hosts for music, politics and news sections within one month of the website launch.
- Co-host, produce and edit a bi-weekly podcast featuring new music and music-related news.
- Freelance features writer for blogTO.com and Gamerfeed.com.
- Researching, reporting, interviewing and writing as a freelance journalist for several magazines including Skateboard Canada and Spacing Magazine.
Professional Skills
- Jointly manage OUSA Campus Coordinators with each individual Steering Committee member
- Issues Management and key contact with stakeholders for several high-profile Ontario Government initiatives.
- Integral collaborator in the successful launch and oversight of over $110 million dollars in new funding for the Ministry of Community and Social Services.
- Research, write and edit analytical and statistical reports, liaise with Communications and Marketing Branch in preparation of news releases, backgrounders and ministry speeches.
- Co-ordinate instructions, reporting templates, questions and answers and other supporting materials for communications branch
- Ongoing training and upgrading of skills, including the certificate for Government and Governance in the Digital World.
Employment History
- 2002-2007 Freelance Writer and Journalist, 66Degrees.com, blogTO.com, Spacing Magazine, Skateboard Canada, Gamerfeed.com and affiliates
- 2006 Director of Communication and Member Relations, Ontario Undergraduate Student Alliance, Toronto Ontario
- 2005-2007 Lead Writer, Editor, and Podcast Host, The Daily Nar, www.thedailynar.com
- 2004-2005 Program/Policy Analyst, Ministry of Community and Social Services, Ministry of Children and Youth Services, Government of Ontario, Toronto Ontario
- 1998-2001 Station Manager and Chair of Board of Directors, CKRG 89.9FM Glendon Non-Profit Student Radio Inc.
Education
- Honours Bachelor of Arts, Glendon College/York University, Toronto Ontario (2002)
Major: Political Science – emphasis on international relations.
- Honours Bachelor of Arts, Glendon College/York University, Toronto, Ontario (2002)
Major: Philosophy – emphasis on legal and political philosophy.
References and portfolio available upon request
