- Creative Writing
- Professional Writing
- Copy Editing
- Advanced Copy Editing
- Substantive Editing
- Publishing
Academic Foundations
Honours Bachelor of Creative Writing and Publishing
Sheridan College, Mississauga
Sheridan’s Honours Bachelor of Creative Writing and Publishing allowed me to develop my skills in fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama, editing, and publishing. Through a combination of creative and professional coursework, collaborative projects, and hands-on publishing experience, I strengthened my writing and editorial skills while gaining a deeper understanding of the publishing industry. The program helped shape my creative voice and prepare me for a career in writing, editing, and publishing.
September 2022 – April 2026
Board Undergraduate Certification
September 2022 – April 2026
Sheridan College, Mississauga
Alongside my degree, I completed electives focused on creativity and creative problem-solving, earning a Board Undergraduate Certification in Creativity and Creative Problem Solving. Through coursework in composition and rhetoric, leadership, and creative thinking, I strengthened my ability to communicate ideas clearly, construct effective arguments, and approach complex challenges with innovative solutions. These courses also deepened my understanding of collaboration, group dynamics, and structured problem-solving, equipping me with transferable skills I can apply across creative and professional environments.
Key Academic Projects
- InKspire Press: Student Publishing Press
- Imagine Press: Fantasy Imprint Development
- Exit Lines: Collaborative Graduation Anthology
Relevant Coursework
“We tell ourselves stories in order to live.”
Joan Didion
Professional Experience
University of Toronto — Research Editor
Final Editorial Checkpoint
2026
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Served as the final editorial checkpoint for statistical research papers and proposals under the supervision of Dr. Luai Al Labadi at the University of Toronto, ensuring clarity, coherence, technical accuracy, and adherence to publication standards.
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Reviewed complex statistical content, refined academic language, and provided detailed feedback to improve readability, precision, terminology, argument flow, and consistency in formatting and style.
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Collaborated with researchers to translate complex, data-driven material into polished, accessible scholarly documents while preserving the accuracy, rigour, and intent of the original work.
Bay Area Athletic Club (BAAC) — Promotional Manager
Marketing & Communications
2025
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Managed social media platforms and developed promotional content and marketing materials to increase brand visibility and audience engagement.
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Planned promotional events, coordinated client scheduling and registrations, and supported daily administrative operations, including document editing.
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Communicated with clients ranging from young children to adults, strengthening customer relations, organization, and audience engagement skills.
World Association of Kickboxing Organizations — Social Media Assistant
2024
Content & Support
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Supported the organization's president in managing social media platforms and maintaining a consistent digital presence.
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Created and edited digital content to promote the organization, its activities, and its initiatives.
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Contributed to outreach strategies and audience engagement, gaining experience in social media management and digital communications within a national sports organization.
Aqua-Tots Swim School — Customer Care / Social Media Coordinator
Customer Relations & Digital
2023
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Managed client accounts, enrolled new swimmers, maintained student records, supported lesson planning, and assisted with team-building events as a Customer Care Specialist at Aqua-Tots Swim Schools in Burlington.
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Promoted to Social Media Coordinator for the Burlington branch, developing content strategies, capturing and editing photos and videos, and identifying trends to improve digital engagement.
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Developed strong organizational, client communication, and digital marketing skills, balancing customer service responsibilities with creative content production and audience engagement.
2022
Halton District School Board — Educational Assistant
Student Support Services
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Supported English instruction for grades 7 and 8 at Alexander’s Public School, assisting with assignments, grading tests, and implementing lesson plans; also delivered classroom lessons independently on several occasions.
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Built positive relationships with students by providing academic guidance, fostering an approachable classroom environment, and adapting support to individual learning needs.
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Strengthened communication, mentorship, organization, and classroom management skills while collaborating with educators to support student learning and classroom activities.
2024
My Approach
I believe that writing has the power to connect people, challenge perspectives, and bring diverse experiences to the forefront. As a writer and editor, I value the balance between creativity and precision, approaching each project with attention to detail while respecting the author’s individual voice and vision. Whether refining a manuscript, developing a story, or contributing to a publishing project, I aim to create work that is thoughtful, purposeful, and meaningful to its audience.
Skills & Areas of Expertise
Editorial
- Copy Editing & Proofreading
- Substantive & Structural Editing
- Stylistic Editing
- Style Guide Adherence (APA, Chicago, MLA)
- Fact-Checking & Research
- Editorial Project Management
Writing
- Creative Writing (Fiction & Non-fiction)
- Professional & Technical Writing
- Content Strategy & Development
- Copywriting for Digital & Print
- Research-Based Content Creation
- Narrative Structuring
Marketing & Communications
- Social Media Branding & Management
- Promotional Strategy & Content Creation
- Audience Engagement & Outreach
- Public Relations & Digital Presence
- Event Planning & Coordination
- Customer Relations & Client Management
Publishing
- Book Imprint Development
- Manuscript Evaluation & Acquisition
- Digital Publishing Platforms
- Anthology Coordination
- Collaborative Publishing Workflows
- Production & Formatting Overviews