Sarah Hopkin
EDMONTON,AB
Summary
Motivated media student with experience in marketing, promotional writing, and visual storytelling. Eager to further develop editorial and cultural journalism skills while contributing thoughtful coverage of local arts and entertainment. Known for strong collaboration and organization, with a commitment to supporting volunteers, fostering an inclusive environment, and helping contributors grow their confidence as writers. Passionate about community engagement and connecting student audiences with local culture.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Portrait Photographer
Self Employed
06.2024 - Current
- Established connections with clients and collaborators, resulting in repeat work and increased word-of-mouth referrals.
- Collaborated with models and clients to produce professional portraits aligned with their specific needs.
- Coordinated all aspects of independent photography business, including scheduling, communication, and editing.
Media and Marketing Coordinator
Simply Smart Interiors
Edmonton, Alberta
01.2024 - Current
- Develop and manage marketing content across social media platforms to promote products, showroom events, and seasonal campaigns.
- Produce visual media including photography, video, and graphic content to support brand identity and customer engagement.
- Design and coordinate digital and print marketing materials, ensuring consistent brand messaging across platforms.
- Write promotional copy including advertisements, marketing campaigns, and editorial sections for magazines and print publications.
- Collaborate with the sales and design team to highlight products, projects, and customer success stories.
Photographer
Edmonton Folk Music Festival
Edmonton, Canada
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Delivered edited, high-quality images on deadline for use in digital and print materials.
- Captured live performances and candid event photography for festival promotion.
- Worked closely with other photographers and other editors to quickly provide content to the festival, created long-term relationships with these team members
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Media and Technology Studies
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB06-2027
Skills
- Digital photography
- Event photography
- Pitching
- Content creation
- Canadian Press familiarity
- Organization
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Deadline management
- Fact-checking
- Interviewing techniques
Timeline
Contract Portrait Photographer
Self Employed
06.2024 - Current
Media and Marketing Coordinator
Simply Smart Interiors
01.2024 - Current
Photographer
Edmonton Folk Music Festival
08.2022 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Media and Technology Studies
University of Alberta