LARA YACOUB
Summary
Motivated 1L with 2 years of experience as a senior writer, guiding staff writers and working alongside senior editors to produce engaging, accurate and current content regarding global affairs. Quality-driven editor and writer with superior attention to detail and the ability to meet stringent deadlines.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legislative Assistant
BC NDP Caucus
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted 4 BC MLAs with the order of their parliamentary business & carried out all administrative tasks.
- Communicated and coordinated with other members of the MLAs' constituency teams to organize schedules, travel, and caucus reports.
- Edited MLA speeches and answered clarification requests from Hansard transcripts.
Senior Writer
Spheres Of Influence
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Studied and commented on current news and trends.
- Followed team mission statement and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.
- Led a team of 4 staff writers to ensure that deadlines were met and the editorial process was flowing efficient.
- Was promoted from staff to senior writer within 6 months of holding the position.
Vice President, Student Life
UBC Arts Undergraduate Society
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to communicate instruction and direct activities.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Led a team of 20 & managed $40k budget to execute wide-scale events.
Outreach Director
UBC Arts Undergraduate Society
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with the student body.
- Managed a team of 4 coordinators to execute events.
Fundraising Canvasser
Public Outreach
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Engaged with the public to raise funds for non-profit organizations such as Médecins Sans Frontières and the Canadian National Institute for the Blind.
- Carried out door-knocking and street-canvassing to disseminate information and solicit donations.
Officer of Fundraising
UBC Red Cross
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Worked closely with senior leadership to establish funding objectives and devise workable development plans.
Social Media Manager and Receptionist
Choice Cuts Hair Salon
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Increased customer engagement through social media.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of British Columbia
05.2023
Juris Doctor -
University of Ottawa
05.2026
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Organization and Prioritization
- Issue and Conflict Resolution
- Resourceful and Reliable
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Certification
English - Native
Spanish - Professional proficiency (written and spoken)
Arabic - Limited working proficiency (spoken)
Timeline
Legislative Assistant
BC NDP Caucus
05.2023 - 08.2023
Vice President, Student Life
UBC Arts Undergraduate Society
04.2022 - 05.2023
Senior Writer
Spheres Of Influence
06.2021 - 05.2023
Outreach Director
UBC Arts Undergraduate Society
06.2021 - 04.2022
Fundraising Canvasser
Public Outreach
01.2021 - 05.2021
Officer of Fundraising
UBC Red Cross
09.2020 - 04.2021
Social Media Manager and Receptionist
Choice Cuts Hair Salon
05.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
University of British Columbia
Juris Doctor -
University of Ottawa
English - Native
Spanish - Professional proficiency (written and spoken)
Arabic - Limited working proficiency (spoken)
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