Resume
Work
Experience
Feb. 2023 - Present
General reporter for the Ottawa Citizen
Starting in February 2023, I've served as a General Reporter Intern for the Ottawa Citizen covering breaking, international, and local Ottawa news. I've written breaking news pieces about the additions of new speed cameras and the Merivale Transmission Station's expansion project and more feature pieces on Russia's invasion of Ukraine and a profile on a well-known French chef
2022 - 2023
Copy editor and fact-checker for The Hockey News
During my time at The Hockey News, I edited multiple pieces for syntax, grammar, spelling, content and style. I also verified all statistics, numbers, and dates to ensure the utmost accuracy of each piece. Finally, I had the opportunity to pitch my own story ideas and write my own analytical commentary piece.
May 2022- Present
Writer, editor and archivist at Ottawa Sports Pages
I wrote numerous features and profiles highlighting talented athletes who were continuing their athletic career in university and who were prepping to compete at the 2022 Canada Summer Games and the 2022 Commonwealth Games.
During the Canada Summer Games, I copy-edited the daily newsletter which recapped each day's events and I created and edited social media content advertising the newsletter.
Aug. 2019 - Present
Writer at the Charlatan
I'm a versatile reporter who covers university and professional sports, and campus and national news. I've written in multiple different styles including features, commentaries, analytical pieces, profiles, and game recaps.
Education
2019- 2023
Carleton University | Bachelor of Journalism with Honours
I majored in Journalism and also pursued a minor in business and legal studies
I achieved the Dean's List in all four years of study while working as a journalist for multiple publications, as a manager at a local pool, and while volunteering in my community which highlights my ability to manage time effectively.
Skills
& Expertise
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A skilled writer with a strong voice
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Interviewing, research, fact-checking, copy editing
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WordPress, content marketing, SEO management
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Producing and editing radio and TV stories
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Adobe Audition, Premiere Pro, and Photoshop
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Creating and editing compelling multimedia graphics through Canva & Hootsuite
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Strong understanding of CP Style
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Strong time management skills, dependable, and can meet deadlines
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Innovative, creative, hardworking, collaborative, team player, and a leader