Jessica McGaw Graphic Design & Communications
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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.

Social Media & Web

  • 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.

Communications

  • 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.

Personal

  • 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.

Previous Employment
The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University

Communications Coordinator | May 2014 - November 2018
  • Brand management
  • Internal communications
  • Graphic design
  • Web content management
  • Copy writing and editing
  • Monthly newsletter
  • Project management

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

Education
Fanshawe College

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
  • Dean's Honour Roll
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Connect

519.532.5535
jmcgawdesign@gmail.com
​@inkinmotion_

Availability

I am currently accepting new design projects, art commissions, and I am open to new career opportunities. To get in touch with me please visit the Contact page.

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Jessica McGaw Art, Design & Communications © 2020  //  Original artwork + photography by Jessica McGaw
  • Home
  • Design Portfolio
    • Leaders In Innovation
    • Jesse's Journey
    • ONDRI
    • Stakeholder Marketing Brochure
    • The Bridge
    • The Dean's Gala
    • Illustrations
    • Strategic Plan
    • Achievement Report
    • Review Reports
    • Logo Designs
  • Art Shop
    • Affirmation Collection >
      • Relax
      • Courageous
      • Serenity
      • Tranquility
      • Blessed
      • Peaceful
    • Abstract Landscapes Collection >
      • Aisling
      • Easton
      • Igneous
      • Igneous II
      • Terra I
      • Terra II
      • Terra III
      • Terra IV
      • Terra V
      • Terra VI
  • Blog
  • About
  • Contact