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Roksolana Buyak

TV Host, Journalist, Communication Specialist
Toronto,Canada

Summary

Ambitious Journalist, TV Host and Communication Specialist with 16 years of experience in TV, broadcast, online media, and community engagement. Proven ability to manage social media platforms (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram) to drive audience growth and engagement. Adept at multitasking, content creation, and digital marketing. Proud Member of the Ukrainian-Canadian League. Passionate about supporting Ukraine and its representation in Canadian media.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

TV Host, Journalist, Reporter & SMM

Forum TV
Toronto, ON
10.2020 - Current
  • Conducted high-profile interviews, including Canadian Ministers( Peter Bethlenfalvy), MPs (James Bezan), MPPs (Sheref Sabawy), and Ukrainian-Canadian leaders.
  • Covered global events such as the International Security Forum in Halifax, NS
  • Produced television and digital news segments covering Ukrainian-Canadian topics.
  • Managed Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram accounts, increasing audience engagement and reach.
  • Developed and executed social media campaigns to promote news segments and interviews
  • Planned and coordinated interviews, contacted guests, and handled all arrangements
  • Engaged with online audiences to enhance community interaction and brand presence

Reporter

Buzz Local TV
Moncton, NB
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Covered local news events and delivered reports on-air
  • Conducted interviews and built relationships with sources for in-depth reporting
  • Developed connections with public relations contacts to secure valuable story leads
  • Gained additional training in video editing

Media Founder, Editor-in-Chief

zmistovno.com.ua Media Outlet
Truskavets, Ukraine
08.2018 - 02.2019
  • Recruited and managed a team of local authors, overseeing content quality and editorial consistency
  • Defined audience strategy and maintained an editorial calendar
  • Interviewed top Ukrainian politicians, including President Victor Yushchenko
  • Collaborated with graphic, photo, and video teams to produce engaging content

Member, Ukrainian Official Youth Delegations at International Youth Forums

Government of Ukraine
01.2013 - 12.2015
  • Represented Ukraine as an official youth delegate at international forums in Sri Lanka, France, Armenia, Malta and Poland.
  • Engaged in cross-cultural dialogue and policy discussions with global youth leaders.
  • Participated in workshops, panel discussions, and networking events to promote Ukrainian interests.
  • Contributed to international resolutions and initiatives on youth development and cultural exchange.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Germanic, Ukrainian Philology and TESL/TEFL

State Ivan Franko University
Drohobych, Ukraine
01.2011

Skills

  • Storytelling & Content Creation
  • Effective Communication
  • Multitasking & Organization
  • Time and Goal Management
  • Community Engagement
  • Social Media Management (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram)
  • Digital Marketing & Campaigns
  • Video Production & Editing
  • Public Speaking & Interviewing
  • Scriptwriting & Research
  • Event Planning & Coordination
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Canva
  • Social Media Analytics Tools

Timeline

TV Host, Journalist, Reporter & SMM

Forum TV
10.2020 - Current

Reporter

Buzz Local TV
08.2019 - 03.2020

Media Founder, Editor-in-Chief

zmistovno.com.ua Media Outlet
08.2018 - 02.2019

Member, Ukrainian Official Youth Delegations at International Youth Forums

Government of Ukraine
01.2013 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Germanic, Ukrainian Philology and TESL/TEFL

State Ivan Franko University

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