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Education
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Jill Smethurst

Toronto,ON

Summary

Dependable marketing and communications student with a track record of success in this field, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset. I am seeking opportunities to grow my knowledge in Communications by gaining new work experience. Conscientious, hardworking, and excels at multitasking in fast-paced environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

CONTENT MARKETING SUMMER STUDENT

ATCO Ltd.
Calgary, AB
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Created social media posts for Instagram, LinkedIn, FaceBook and Twitter
  • Created social media copy decks in advance from May to December
  • Actively followed trends and curated social media posts to boost engagement with our target audience
  • presented at a summer student networking session about my experience working at ATCO
  • Lead multiple summer student networking sessions, collecting feedback to improve the program
  • Captured content of internal and external events
  • Organized photos and content by date and event in Adobe for smooth and easy access
  • Participated in a corporate photoshoot to provide future content
  • Presented to the communications team my summer term wrap-up
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.

PART-TIME NANNY

Private Client
Calgary, Canada
01.2021 - 08.2022
  • Took care of three children (Ages 8-11)
  • Transport children to and from extracurricular activities
  • Managed household chores and schedules for sports.
  • Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
  • Communicated regularly with families regarding daily events and any concerns that may arise.

MARKETING AND BRANDING SUMMER STUDENT

ATCO LTD
Calgary, Canada
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Created social media content on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn
  • Interviewed ATCO employees for content on the internal website, including stories about their positive experiences working at ATCO
  • Included in the re-branding process for ATCO Corporate communications.

COMMUNICATIONS + SPONSORSHIPS STUDENT POSITION

ATCO LTD
Calgary, Canada
10.2019 - 08.2020
  • Worked on many different projects including setting up donation campaign for the Australian Bush Fires by creating and writing stories for the company’s on our internal website
  • Helped my team with branding and creating a concept for Spruce Meadow’s 45th anniversary including logo design, sponsorships and brainstorming events
  • Experienced with attending corporate events including out of town Communications conference with my team and other employees throughout Canada
  • Responsible for creating and sharing social posts internally for ATCO including community information, news and business development
  • Aided my team in organizing and filing documents
  • Very comfortable in Microsoft office (Word + Excel) and Adobe Photoshop.

PART-TIME NANNY

Private Client
Calgary, Canada
08.2017 - 03.2020
  • Took care of three children (Ages 3 - 11)
  • Aid to an 8 year old with autism
  • Organized activities that enhanced the children’s physical and social well being
  • Engaged with children individually to build positive relationships with them
  • Prepared meals including lunch and dinner.

GROUND CLEAN UP CREW

Boys + Girls Club, Calgary Stampede
Calgary, Canada
07.2013 - 07.2016
  • 3 Years experience being a part of a team of 6 students
  • Duties include picking up garbage, relining bins, keeping clean grounds
  • Worked as a team to ensure work was completed in a professional and efficient manner.

Education

Communications and Media Degree -

York University
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04-2024

Public Relations Degree -

Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB
01.2021

High school Diploma -

William Aberhart High School
06-2019

Skills

  • Excellent time-management skills, I deliver projects on time
  • Hard working individual who strives to build a positive reputation for the company I am working for
  • Strong communication skills that help me to present my ideas clearly and concisely
  • Proficient in Word, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Suite
  • Content creation and staying up to date with trends
  • Proficient in social media software such as Social Studio

Awards

  • Honour Roll, William Aberhart High school
  • Team Captain, Girl’s Field Hockey William Aberhart High school 3 Seasons (2017, 2018, 2019)
  • Track + Field, William Aberhart High school 2017

Volunteer Experience

Honourents of William Aberhart High school
  • Volunteer at Centre Street Church
  • Volunteer for annual Heartbeats run, including step, handing out water and snacks, supervising the kids 1k Run

    • Affiliations

    • Avid reader
    • Fitness enthusiast leading a healthy lifestyle

    References

    References available upon request.

    Timeline

    CONTENT MARKETING SUMMER STUDENT

    ATCO Ltd.
    05.2023 - 08.2023

    MARKETING AND BRANDING SUMMER STUDENT

    ATCO LTD
    05.2021 - 08.2021

    PART-TIME NANNY

    Private Client
    01.2021 - 08.2022

    COMMUNICATIONS + SPONSORSHIPS STUDENT POSITION

    ATCO LTD
    10.2019 - 08.2020

    PART-TIME NANNY

    Private Client
    08.2017 - 03.2020

    GROUND CLEAN UP CREW

    Boys + Girls Club, Calgary Stampede
    07.2013 - 07.2016

    Communications and Media Degree -

    York University

    Public Relations Degree -

    Mount Royal University

    High school Diploma -

    William Aberhart High School

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