- Travelling and experiencing different cultures
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Volunteering with youth sports programs as a basketball coach
- Drawing and Painting
- Fashion and Style
- Reading - Current favorite being Mr Mercedes by Stephen King
- I like trying new recipes and food trends
- I participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
Isabella Mesquita
Prince George
Summary
Highly motivated Biomedicine student with a 3.89 GPA and extensive experience in academic planning, student leadership, and athletic excellence. Proven ability to manage events, create engaging content, and mentor peers while maintaining top academic and athletic performance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Creative Writer
Over the Edge
Prince George, BC
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Wrote and edited high-quality content with an exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces that resonated with readers.
- Developed engaging articles for online publications, resulting in increased readership and social media shares.
UNBC Student Ambassador - Special Projects
UNBC
Prince George, BC
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Provided student perspectives to senior leadership for the academic plan refresh.
- Participated in meetings, facilitated engagement sessions, and recorded outcomes.
- Assisted in developing and executing Orientation and Student Life programs.
- Acted as a role model and mentor, promoting academic success and community building.
Basketball Coach
Van Bien Elementary
Prince George, Canada
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Enhanced player performance by implementing strategic training sessions and skill development drills.
- Established a safe and supportive environment for players.
- Boosted team spirit and motivation through effective communication and positive reinforcement techniques.
Student-Athlete Tutor
University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George, Canada
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Enhanced student-athlete academic performance by providing tailored tutoring sessions in various subjects.
- Reviewed course materials and provided feedback on assignments, helping student-athletes improve their written communication skills.
Undergraduate Marker
University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George, Canada
01.2022 - 04.2025
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
Basketball Coach
Junior Timberwolves
Prince George, Canada
09.2020 - 04.2025
- Organized daily schedules and supervised camp operations, ensuring a safe and structured environment for all participants.
- Promoted sportsmanship and camaraderie among campers through team-building activities and friendly competitions.
Marketing Strategist
Sirocco Pharmacy Compounding & Travel Clinic
Calgary, AB
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Designed visually engaging promotional materials that boosted overall campaign effectiveness.
- Managed social media platforms for optimal engagement, sharing relevant content that resonated with the target audience.
- Led a rebranding initiative that resulted in improved consumer perception and increased sales revenue, while ensuring cohesive and effective representation of brand across all media.
Pharmacists Assistant
Sirocco Remedy's RX Pharmacy
Calgary, Canada
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Answered customer phone calls to address questions and provide assistance with prescriptions.
- Received, processed and entered prescription orders into pharmacy databases.
- Utilized specialized equipment for efficient preparation of various dosage forms including creams, capsules, and suspensions.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Contributed to the overall success of the pharmacy by consistently providing high-quality, safe, and effective compounded medications for patients.
Basketball Coach
Respect Basketball Club
Calgary, Canada
08.2022 - 08.2022
- I helped coach 50 students from grades 3-9
- Enhanced player performance by implementing strategic training sessions and skill development drills.
- Boosted team spirit and motivation through effective communication and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Promoted sportsmanship among players by modeling respectful behavior during games and practices.
Cashier, Expo, Chef
Meltwich
Calgary, AB
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Accurately handled cash register transactions while providing excellent customer service.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring a welcoming environment for customers.
- Handled high-pressure situations gracefully, maintaining professionalism even during peak business periods.
- Cooked menu items according to specified instructions.
Caterer
BMO Centre
Calgary, AB
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
Janitress
Volker Stevin
Calgary, Canada
04.2017 - 12.2019
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
Education
Bachelor of Health Sciences - Biomedicine
The University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George, BC04-2025
Highschool Diploma -
St. Mary's Highschool
Calgary, AB06.2020
Skills
- Comfortable taking leadership roles
- Excellent communication
- POS system operation
- Teamwork
- Excellent time management
- Qualified Customer Service skills
- WordPress knowledge
- Website maintenance
- Critical thinking
- Data entry
Awards
Honors and Awards
- Academic All-Canadian: Multiple terms from 2020 to 2024 for maintaining an 80%+ average while on a varsity team.
- Golden Key International Honor Society: Member from 2020 to 2024 for being in the top 15% of the class.
- Athletic Awards: UNBC Athletics Legacy Award (2020), Raven Bursary Award (2020), Allan & Susan MacDonald Athlete Award (2022), Peter Bentley Athletic Scholarship (2024, 2025), Pharmasave Prince George Scholarship (2024, 2025).
- Academic Awards: UNBC In-Course Bursary (2021), UNBC In-Course Scholarship (2022, 2023), Brain Brownridge Award (2023, 2024).
- Canada West Courage Overcoming Adversity Award: UNBC nominee (2023-2024).
Certification
- WHIMIS 2025
- Food Handler's Certificate
- Proserve
Interests
Timeline
Creative Writer
Over the Edge
09.2024 - 04.2025
UNBC Student Ambassador - Special Projects
UNBC
09.2024 - 04.2025
Marketing Strategist
Sirocco Pharmacy Compounding & Travel Clinic
04.2024 - 08.2024
Basketball Coach
Van Bien Elementary
01.2023 - 04.2025
Student-Athlete Tutor
University of Northern British Columbia
01.2023 - 04.2025
Basketball Coach
Respect Basketball Club
08.2022 - 08.2022
Undergraduate Marker
University of Northern British Columbia
01.2022 - 04.2025
Pharmacists Assistant
Sirocco Remedy's RX Pharmacy
05.2021 - 08.2023
Cashier, Expo, Chef
Meltwich
04.2021 - 06.2021
Basketball Coach
Junior Timberwolves
09.2020 - 04.2025
Caterer
BMO Centre
05.2017 - 03.2020
Janitress
Volker Stevin
04.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Health Sciences - Biomedicine
The University of Northern British Columbia
Highschool Diploma -
St. Mary's Highschool