James West
Montréal,QC
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented young professional with a robust background in research, copywriting, editing, and dramaturgy, and an eagerness to embrace learning opportunities. Able to distill complex ideas into straightforward, engaging content tailored for diverse audiences. Confident public speaker with experience in community organizing, adept at meeting tight deadlines while consistently delivering exceptional results on high-concept and high-pressure projects. Committed to leveraging skills to drive impactful communication and foster collaborative environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Director/Writer
DirectUs
Montreal
12.2025 - Current
- Writing and directing a ten minute play to be performed at Montreal 2026 Fringe Festival
- Coordinating with cast and crew
- Managing actors' performances and expectation
- Meeting and anticipating writing, rehearsal, and administrative deadlines
Copy Writer/Researcher/Reader
12.2025 - Current
- Efficiently and thoroughly reading through diverse, and sometimes dense material (screenplays, theatrical scripts, books, journals)
- Identifying strengths and weaknesses and presenting them in an organized, helpful manner
- Managing writer expectations
- Finding and analyzing broader themes and patterns
Peer English Tutor
09.2021 - 09.2025
- Working with students from a wide range of experiencing, and understanding student/professor expectations
- Helping students manage deadlines
- Teaching students skills to independently edit, and synthesize complex ideas at a high-level
Dishwasher
Tejanos BBQ and Burritos
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Cleaning and organizing the back of house
- Opening and closing the restaurant
- Effectively managing time so that there are no breaks in service
The Food Project
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Farming
- Building community farms
- Oscillating community events, and coordinating with other young people about local community investment and nutrition
Wicked Good Cupcakes
Faneuil Hall
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Opening and closing a kiosk in Faneuil Hall
- Making sure that the kiosk is clean and presentable
- Working with customers to provide the best service
Education
BA - English (Cultural Studies), Anthropology
McGill University
06.2026
High School - undefined
Boston University Academy
06.2021
Skills
- Research/Writing
- Microsoft/Google Suites
- Public Speaking
- Types 60 wpm
- Creative storytelling
- Client communication
- Deadline management
- Multimedia writing
- Copy editing
- Fact-checking
Languages
English - Fluent, Native Speaker
French - Fluent Comprehension, conversationally adept
Extracurricular
Stand Up Comedy, 2018-2024 Featured For Montreal English Comedy Club in 2021-2022 Confident public speaking, managing crowd expectations, reading the room Community Event Organizer and Coordinator, 2021-Present Acadian Cultural Heritage Event (Meat Pie Night) - January 2025 Park Comedy Shows - Summers, 2021-2023 Founder, Coordinator, and Marketer for Oops, All Horse – September 2025 - Present French Immersion Movie Nights - January 2026, weekly, present Investing in local and student community Bridging cultural gaps through food Creating opportunities for young people to interface offline
Timeline
Director/Writer
DirectUs
12.2025 - Current
Copy Writer/Researcher/Reader
12.2025 - Current
Peer English Tutor
09.2021 - 09.2025
Dishwasher
Tejanos BBQ and Burritos
07.2021 - 01.2022
The Food Project
06.2018 - 06.2021
Wicked Good Cupcakes
06.2017 - 08.2017
High School - undefined
Boston University Academy
BA - English (Cultural Studies), Anthropology
McGill University