Tessa MacIntosh

As the Communications Coordinator for the University of Ottawa Student Union (UOSU), I led and oversaw the entire communications department, managing a team of staff across several sub-departments, including graphic design, photography, videography, translation, and web development. I personally created each of the branding packages for the student union's services, ensuring that all materials were visually cohesive, accessible, and aligned with UOSU's mission. A key aspect of my role was ensuring all communications met accessibility standards. I prioritized inclusive design by adhering to WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) for digital content, and testing color contrast to ensure that graphics were legible to individuals with visual impairments. I ran every color code through specialized programs to confirm that all materials were accessible and visually effective for a broad audience. This attention to detail helped UOSU foster an inclusive environment for students, regardless of their abilities.My expertise in graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva allowed me to deliver high-quality, professional results on tight deadlines, while maintaining a cohesive visual language across all UOSU communications.

I also led the coordination of communications across multiple channels, working closely with other departments to ensure consistent messaging, and effective outreach. This included managing UOSU’s social media presence, developing content calendars, and coordinating internal communications to keep the team aligned. Through my leadership and collaboration, I helped elevate the visibility of UOSU’s services, events, and initiatives, engaging a larger student audience and enhancing the union’s overall impact on campus life.

• Developed and implemented comprehensive social media strategies to increase brand visibility and engagement across multiple platforms.
• Engaged with the online community, responding to comments and messages to foster a positive brand image.
• Collaborated with public figures, companies and press to boost and enhance brand on social media.
• Monitored and analyzed engagement metrics across all channels to determine the effectiveness of campaigns.
• Organized online and in-person events and contests to engage current students and attract new ones.
• Planned events such as 'Safety for Her', Foot Patrol's Gala dedicated to the safety of womxn.
• Developed detailed event plans and timelines to ensure the successful execution of events.
• Assisted in the preparation of budgets, and monitored expenses throughout the duration of an event.

• Reviewed legal documents and provided summaries of their contents
• Drafted memoranda, pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents
• Researched case law and conducted legal research using various resources
• Analyzed cases to identify applicable statutes and regulations
• Organized files, documents, notes, and other materials relevant to a case or transaction
• Reviewed contracts for accuracy and compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Performed extensive research to prepare for court cases and gathered pertinent case information.

• Company Overview: The Historeum is a collection of Nova Scotian archives and museum
• Preserved artifacts and documents by reformatting them into digital archives
• Conducted outreach activities to promote awareness of the archive's resources.
• Provided access to archived materials through both physical and digital means.
• Designed dynamic educational exhibits to showcase newly procured items.
• Developed and managed archival collections, including records of permanent value
• Ensured the accuracy and completeness of all records in the archives
• Provided access to archived materials through both physical and digital means
• Organized archival material according to established standards and practices
• Created finding aids that described the scope and content of archival collections

• Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel
• Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies
• Organized office operations and procedures, such as managing calendars, scheduling appointments, preparing reports and maintaining records
• Maintained a neat, clean and organized environment throughout the office
• Sterilized instruments according to established guidelines and protocols
• Conducted physical assessments of patients including measurements of temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure

• Developed a comprehensive marketing strategy to increase brand recognition and reach target audiences
• Organized and implemented creative campaigns to drive activity and engagement on social media
• Collaborated with marketing team members to ensure consistency of messaging across all channels