Amanda Jeysing
Writer & Digital Storyteller
Ottawa,,ON
Summary
Highly creative and results-driven marketing and communications professional with five years of experience in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies, content creation and digital media management. Passionate about accessible communication and inclusive representation using digital storytelling mediums.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Admin & Digital Content Assistant
Carleton University
11.2024 - Current
- Create, edit and publish relevant and engaging social media content on Twitter and LinkedIn
- Survey faculty members and research upcoming academic and research achievements to share on Friday Roundup, an internal departmental newsletter
- Submit interesting news and updates to the Faculty's communications team
Advisor, Communications & Digital Media
The Canada Games Council
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Ideate, create, design, schedule and manage external communications via AgoraPulse for social media channels
- Write content and edit design for monthly newsletters via MailChimp. Liaise with Canada Games Councils' digital media teams and advise them on communications policies
Communications Assistant
Awards Office, Carleton University
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Maintain external and internal communications via website and social media channels
- Lead and manage internal training documentation project using written, video and voiceover documentation
Editor (Arts)
INKSpire
02.2024 - Current
- Proofread, edit, and collaborate with writers on articles to improve readability, impact & reader engagement
- Keep up-to-date on industry trends and emerging topics, ensuring relevancy of published content
Fellowship Writer
TRAD Magazine
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Participated in TRAD's fellowship for writers by attending meetings, writing workshops, and brainstorming & editorial meetings
- Published two storytelling pieces and one movie review plus edited nine articles for a Volume
Content Writer & Reporter
The Charlatan
09.2015 - 04.2019
- Research, interview, and write articles for Arts and Features sections.
- Achievement: Top 6 Finalist for Fraser MacDougall Prize 2018 for Best New Canadian Voice in Human Rights Reporting
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English & Women's And Gender Studies
Carleton University
Ottawa, ON 09.2015 - 04.2019
Skills
Marketing/Communications Strategy: Campaign Development, Branding, Social Media Strategy, Event Promotion
Social Media Management & Analytics: Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Facebook
Digital Tools: Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), WordPress, MS Office, Mass Email Software (Campaign Monitor, Mailchimp)
Communication/Interpersonal Skills: Collaboration, Tact, Diplomacy, Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Engagement
Publications
- Jeysing, A. "Fighting for change: the why and how of the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements." The Charlatan, Features (2018)
- Jeysing, A. "Student activism in the Trump era." The Charlatan, Features (2017)
- Jeysing, A. "Turning Red: The Shame of Authenticity & Generational Trauma." TRAD Magazine, Reviews (2022)
- Arts & Features for The Charlatan: charlatan.ca/author/amanda-jeysing/
- Food Writing for Spoon University: spoonuniversity.com/author/amandajeysingcar
Timeline
Admin & Digital Content Assistant
Carleton University
11.2024 - Current
Editor (Arts)
INKSpire
02.2024 - Current
Advisor, Communications & Digital Media
The Canada Games Council
01.2022 - 05.2022
Fellowship Writer
TRAD Magazine
06.2021 - 05.2022
Communications Assistant
Awards Office, Carleton University
09.2019 - 07.2021
Content Writer & Reporter
The Charlatan
09.2015 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English & Women's And Gender Studies
Carleton University
09.2015 - 04.2019
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