CV - Jessica McGaw Graphic Design & Communications

Skills & Experience
Graphic Design

Extreme proficiency and more than 10 years experience using Adobe Creative Suite.
Strong attention to detail and an understanding of branding, marketing, and communications techniques demonstrated through various design projects.
Extensive experience in brand management demonstrated through Communications position at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University.
Experience in concept presentation, artwork development and direction, and multifaceted design packages.

Experience in creating engaging content for social media: Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram. Demonstrated through completion of a social media strategy for The Architectural Conservancy of Ontario (London Region Branch).
Provided back-up social media management and content creation for the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.
Understanding of structure and function of websites and other e-communication tools.
Ability to understand and use web-based content management systems.

Proven writing and editing skills to create both marketing copy and news or feature stories in journalistic style demonstrated through Communications Coordinator position at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills developed during Corporate Communication and Public Relations postgraduate studies at Fanshawe College.
Strong attention to detail and proofreading abilities with an excellent command of the English language.
Ability to take direction and implement changes based on feedback.
Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience managing a monthly newsletter using Campaign Monitor.

Influential interpersonal skills and knowledge of approaches and techniques for working with individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines.
Ability to establish and build healthy working relations and partnerships with clients.
Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.
Demonstrated ability to apply creativity, innovation and resourcefulness to daily work.
Ability to understand customer needs and expectations and provide excellent customer service directly and indirectly to satisfy expectations.
Proven ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize with an eye to consistently producing high-quality work and meeting deadlines in a demanding environment.

Communications Coordinator | May 2014 - November 2018

Communications and Marketing Department Intern | January 2014 - April 2014

Conceptualizing and designing hard copy and web marketing materials
Adhering to brand guidelines and specifications for print and web material produced
Handling multiple projects, prioritizing and adjusting to rapidly changing tasks
Collaboration with multiple team members to ensure designs meet expectations and achieve desired result
Independence, focus and drive to ensure maximum output of marketing materials
Adherence to project timelines and deadlines

Corporate Communication and Public Relations | Postgraduate Certificate 2014

Catherine Finlayson Academic Excellence Award in Corporate Communications
London Life IABC Student Award of Excellence: Highest academic achievement in Corporate Communication and Public Relations program at Fanshawe College.
Dean's Honour Roll

Graphic Design | Advanced Diploma 2012