Jason Koblun
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Dynamic professional with a comprehensive background in journalism and social media management, notably at the Two Row Times Newspaper and several B2B magazines. Skilled in engaging magazine writing and strategic social media marketing, boosting audience engagement significantly. Proven ability to multitask and connect with diverse audiences, ensuring brand promotion and integrity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Entertainer
Flash on Church | Cock Bar
08.2023 - Current
- Contributed to a positive backstage environment, fostering camaraderie among performers and staff members.
- Upheld a professional appearance.
- Adapted to various music genres and styles, showcasing versatility and range.
- Worked closely with DJs to curate appropriate playlists that complemented personal style.
Features Writer
Two Row Times Newspaper
12.2015 - Current
- Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories for newspaper on Canada's largest First Nations Territory
- Contributed a bi-weekly houseplant column
- Completed research and checked facts to maintain high journalistic integrity standards
- Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics and events
- Wrote and produced compelling investigative and human interest stories about celebrities, rising social media personalities and iconic news subjects
- Reported front-page news stories and provided real time updates online
- Provided on-air commentary as co-host on local radio station
- Met deadlines with reliable and interesting news content
Social Media Manager
Two Row Times Newspaper
05.2021 - 02.2024
- Developed and implemented strategic social media marketing plans
- Utilized various social media platforms to promote products, services and content
- Proofread and reviewed print and digital content
- Tracked social media metrics to determine audience growth rate, volume and reach
- Managed daily posts across social media platforms to increase Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram engagement
Freelance Deputy Editor
PAX Tech Magazine
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Edited and proofread social media and blog posts
- Generated content that connected with target audiences through breaking news, national and local trends, things to do and reviews in global aviation industry
- Sold ads for print and online
- Provided editing, fact-checking and proofreading for various articles
- Managed multiple writing and editing assignments in dynamic environment within stated timelines
- Conducted phone and email interviews globally to generate content for features
B2B Magazine Editor
Annex Business Media
03.2018 - 05.2021
- Provided editing, fact-checking and proofreading for various magazines in the B2B construction and heavy lifting industry
- Edited and proofread social media and blog posts
- Recruited talented freelance writers to research and compose articles
- Worked closely with graphic, photo and video teams to plan and produce compelling content
- Participated in monthly copy editors' meeting and reviewed, updated and revised editing guidelines
- Travelled to trade shows across North America to network and maintain close client relationships
- Managed multiple writing and editing assignments in dynamic environment within stated timelines
News Editor
Two Row Times Newspaper
01.2016 - 05.2021
- Supported publication by helping develop layouts and collaborating with production teams
- Acquired in-depth knowledge of content areas to provide effective edits
- Wrote and created content for various topics and mediums
- Conducted editorial meetings with staff members to collaborate and review proposed publication suggestions
- Pitched content strategies and managed asset acquisition
- Delegated and tracked each staff member's assignments and deadlines
Education
Certificate | Welding Techniques -
Fanshawe College
London, ON12-2013
Diploma | Print Journalism -
Sheridan College
Oakville, ON06-2011
General Studies -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John's, NL01-2009
Skills
- Effective Interviewing
- Engaging Magazine Writing
- Human Interest Feature Writing
- Brand Promotion
- Audience Analysis
- Effective Organization and Multitasking
- Photo and Video Editing
- Email Marketing
- Photography and Videography
- Content Creation
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
References
References available upon request
Certification
Smart Serve Ontario | Issued Date: 2024-11-13
Timeline
Entertainer
Flash on Church | Cock Bar
08.2023 - Current
Freelance Deputy Editor
PAX Tech Magazine
10.2021 - 08.2022
Social Media Manager
Two Row Times Newspaper
05.2021 - 02.2024
B2B Magazine Editor
Annex Business Media
03.2018 - 05.2021
News Editor
Two Row Times Newspaper
01.2016 - 05.2021
Features Writer
Two Row Times Newspaper
12.2015 - Current
Smart Serve Ontario | Issued Date: 2024-11-13
Certificate | Welding Techniques -
Fanshawe College
Diploma | Print Journalism -
Sheridan College
General Studies -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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