Sophie Meech
Ottawa
Summary
I am a motivated Public Relations student with a strong foundation in communications. I'm currently finishing my communications degree and public relations diploma at Algonquin College, further advancing my skill set. I have a keen interest in event planning, campaign creation and design. With hands-on experience from both school and the nonprofit sector, I am skilled in measuring and evaluating social impressions across various platforms, allowing me to develop data-driven strategies for effective outreach. I am enthusiastic about bringing my skills and creativity to a professional environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Customer Service Representative
Falcon Ridge Golf Course
03.2021 - Current
- Communicate with customers to meet their needs.
- Helped coordinate events, including corporate meetings and weddings.
- Managed financial transactions accurately using a POS system.
- Multitask effectively to deliver precise, efficient service.
- Serve food and beverages with proper handling.
Digital Media Contractor
Wheelchair Rugby Canada
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Managed social media platforms (Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube) to increase engagement and brand awareness.
- Created original content, including graphics, videos, and social posts.
- Developed social media calendars to ensure consistent and timely content.
- Communicated with partners and stakeholders, ensuring alignment with branding and communication strategies.
- Analyzed social media metrics.
Event Host
Glow Sport
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Hosted vibrant birthday parties and corporate events, delivering exceptional customer service.
- Managed client communications and customized bookings to meet their needs.
- Created graphics for social media ads and event campaigns on Facebook, X, and Instagram, driving engagement.
Social Media Manager
Cameras For Girls and Triple F Photo Tours
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with the founder to create and design social media posts for Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and X.
- Edited photos and videos.
- Measured and evaluated all social media platforms to ensure proper outreach.
- Conducted research on design trends and best practices to keep content fresh and relevant.
- Developed and implemented a content calendar to organize posting schedules across platforms.
Education
Diploma - Public Relations
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON05-2025
Honours Bachelor - Public Relations
University of Ottawa
04.2024
Skills
- Event planning for corporate, wedding and community events with 100 attendees
- Campaign creation, including a fundraiser that raised $8,000
- Content creation for 3 social media platforms for a nonprofit
Social media management with scheduling, analytics and content calendars - Communication, active listening and stakeholder engagement
- Time management while balancing multiple projects and deadlines
- Creativity and trend awareness in social media campaigns
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, InDesign, Excel and Hootsuite
Certification
- Social Listening with Hootsuite
LinkedIn Learning:
• Graphic Design Foundations: Layout
• Introduction to Graphic Design
• InDesign
• Excel
- Emergency First Aid
Timeline
Digital Media Contractor
Wheelchair Rugby Canada
09.2024 - 03.2025
Social Media Manager
Cameras For Girls and Triple F Photo Tours
07.2021 - 12.2021
Customer Service Representative
Falcon Ridge Golf Course
03.2021 - Current
Event Host
Glow Sport
06.2019 - 08.2022
Honours Bachelor - Public Relations
University of Ottawa
Diploma - Public Relations
Algonquin College