Hi, I’m
Shannon Mardan
Biomedical Science Student
Ottawa,ON
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Work History
Music Council
President
09.2023 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Worked closely with the Music Department Staff to plan and execute concerts and events
- Created weekly agendas and leads meetings for general members and executives
- Oversaw council activities
- Attended monthly Clubs Presidents Meetings and submits monthly updates to Clubs Council
- Selected General Members
- Worked with general members and executives to voice the needs of the music community
- Attended all concerts
RadioHaig
Producer
09.2022 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Selected to be one of the producers responsible for reading the morning announcements
- Hosted special radio shows showcasing student work and poetry
Peer Tutoring
Tutor
09.2022 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Math and chemistry tutor
- Assisted students to create better study habits and understand in-class material
- Scheduled tutoring sessions
- Followed up with tutees to ensure their understanding of taught concepts
Arts Council
Music Representative
09.2022 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Music council representative on Earl Haig's Arts Council
- Regularly reported details regarding upcoming music council events to Student Council
Music Council
Concert Coordinator
09.2022 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Lead stage crew members
- Worked with music staff to create floor plans, establish stage transitions, lead and rehearse with stage crew at dress rehearsals
- Wrote MC scripts and audition MCs
- Coordinated with Promotions for advertising (posters, videos, etc) and programs
- Oversaw hall decor, ushering, and MC's for all music performances
- Organized and attends all yearly music events: Music Revue, Cafe Carpe, Music Showcase
- Raised money for charity (Toronto Arts Foundation)
Claude Watson Ambassadors
Public Relations and Media Representative
09.2021 - 06.2023
Job overview
- One of two junior public relations and media reps for the Claude Watson Ambassadors Executive Council
- Ran social media accounts
- Created posts, forms and events to promote student engagement
- Hosted workshops
- Communicated with the Claude Watson student body about events and other important information
Symphony Orchestra
Concertmaster
09.2020 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Member of the Earl Haig Symphony Orchestra
- Concertmaster of 2023/2024 school year
- Led sectional rehearsals
- Coordinated with other section leaders to establish bowings and fingerings
- Attended weekly rehearsals
- Competed in local music competitions
Ottawa Symphony OrchestraOttawa, Ontario
Orchestral Violist
10.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Violist in the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra for the OSO Student Mentorship Program
Self-employed
Violin/Viola Teacher
01.2022 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Taught the fundamentals of violin and viola to middle school-aged children
- Scheduled weekly lessons with 2 students
Education
Earl Haig Secondary SchoolNorth York, ON
High School Diploma
09.2020 - 06.2024
University of OttawaOttawa, ON
Bachelor of Science from Biomedical Science
09.2024 - 04.2028
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Debate
- Event Planning
- Organizational Leadership
- Executive Leadership
- Problem-solving skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- In-person/online tutoring
- Study Skills
- Solo performance experience
- Orchestral experience
- Chamber music experience
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Accomplishments
- University of Waterloo Avogadro Chemistry Contest: 2nd place in Earl Haig S.S, Top 10% in Canada
- University of Waterloo Chem13 Contest: 1st place in Earl Haig
- University of Waterloo Math Contests: Gauss, Pascal, Cayley, Fermat Honor Rolls
- Provincial finalist in the Ontario Music Festivals Association for Diploma Upper Strings
- Royal Conservatory of Music Level 8 Violin Performance: First Class Honors with Distinction
- Royal Conservatory of Music Level 9 Violin Performance: First Class Honors
- Senior Essay finalist for the Earl Haig S.S Pierre Berton Writing Contest
Certification
- Standard First Aid/CPR/AED certification from the Canadian Red Cross
Timeline
Orchestral Violist
Ottawa Symphony Orchestra
10.2024 - Current
University of Ottawa
Bachelor of Science from Biomedical Science
09.2024 - 04.2028
President
Music Council
09.2023 - 06.2024
Producer
RadioHaig
09.2022 - 06.2024
Tutor
Peer Tutoring
09.2022 - 06.2024
Music Representative
Arts Council
09.2022 - 06.2023
Concert Coordinator
Music Council
09.2022 - 06.2023
Violin/Viola Teacher
Self-employed
01.2022 - 08.2024
Public Relations and Media Representative
Claude Watson Ambassadors
09.2021 - 06.2023
Earl Haig Secondary School
High School Diploma
09.2020 - 06.2024
Concertmaster
Symphony Orchestra
09.2020 - 06.2024
Academics
- Grade 9 Academic Year, 97% overall average
- Grade 10 Academic Year, 95% overall average
- Grade 11 Academic Year, 96% overall average
- Grade 12 Academic Year, 97% overall average
Volunteer experience
- Head Usher for dance performances: greeted and directed guests to their seats, responded to any inquiries, and supervised guests and other ushers during performances
- Class Representative for Neighbourlink Fundraiser: organized and managed a booth for the event, handled donations, and raised over $10,000 for the Neighbourlink charity
- Tour Guide for Claude Watson Open House: Led groups of incoming grade 9s and answered Claude Watson related questions asked by parents
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