Operations and Communications Manager

• Jan 2021 - Present

Coordinator

• May 2021 - Present

Coordinating the inaugural Fresh Ink Emerging Writers Prize: https://www.newcastlewritersfestival.org.au/fresh-ink-emerging-writers-prize/ Coordinating the inaugural Fresh Ink Emerging Writers Prize: https://www.newcastlewritersfestival.org.au/fresh-ink-emerging-writers-prize/

Casual Academic

• Jul 2019 - Present

Casual AcademicSchool of Humanities and Social ScienceFaculty of Education and ArtsTeaching a 2-hour seminar each week for Creative Non-Fiction (ENGL2102/ENGL6004)This course explores the various forms of creative non-fiction such as the literary memoir, the personal essay and travel writing as well as newer on-line forms of the genre. Students learn about the creative possibilities in the blending of fact and fiction that occurs in literary nonfiction. They will study the mid-level skills and techniques that turn facts into compelling stories and apply them to their own writing. Show less

Engagement and Impact Reporting Officer

• Sep 2019 - Jan 2020

Casual Engagement and Impact Reporting Officer for School of Architecture and Built Environment, University of Newcastle

Freelance Editor

• Aug 2019 - Nov 2019

Editing an academic book for researchers in the School of Architecture and Built Environment at University of Newcastle.

Master of Ceremonies

• Jun 2021 - Jun 2021

I was the MC for one of the tracks for the Workplace Wellness Festival 2021, which took place online via Hopin. In this role, I introduced speakers and ensured the event ran to schedule. The event attracted 5000 participants, with 1000 participants viewing the track I worked on. I was the MC for one of the tracks for the Workplace Wellness Festival 2021, which took place online via Hopin. In this role, I introduced speakers and ensured the event ran to schedule. The event attracted 5000 participants, with 1000 participants viewing the track I worked on.

Zine Fair Advisor and Creative Collaborator

• Jan 2018 - May 2021

Provided consultancy services to the MCA's Public Engagement team for their highly popular Zine Fair event, improving community engagement. After initiating a Zinemaking Night and Zine Symposium of talks and workshops related to zine culture in 2018, I again worked to curate and deliver a program of talks and workshops. This included mentoring zinemakers, facilitating one panel discussion and helping to coordinate another panel and workshop. I also liaised with media to promote the zine fair. Provided consultancy services to the MCA's Public Engagement team for their highly popular Zine Fair event, improving community engagement. After initiating a Zinemaking Night and Zine Symposium of talks and workshops related to zine culture in 2018, I again worked to curate and deliver a program of talks and workshops. This included mentoring zinemakers, facilitating one panel discussion and helping to coordinate another panel and workshop. I also liaised with media to promote the zine fair.

Customer Service Officer

• Aug 2019 - Mar 2020

Customer Service Officer at Maitland Visitor Information Centre, Maitland City Council, Australia

Event, Activity, and Function Assistant

• Dec 2018 - Mar 2020

Assisting with the setup, delivery, operation and pack down of Council’s events, Place Activation, Marketing and Visitor Economy initiatives and Maitland Gaol functions.Supporting the Vibrant City team, volunteers and event stakeholders by undertaking a range of duties essential to the operational delivery of these events and programs.

English Language Teacher

• Jul 2019 - Mar 2020

Teaching English to Intermediate and pre-Academic students Teaching English to Intermediate and pre-Academic students

Zine Fair Coordinator

• Apr 2019 - Oct 2019

Coordinating the National Young Writers' Festival's popular Zine Fair event at Newcastle Library in October 2019. Coordinating the National Young Writers' Festival's popular Zine Fair event at Newcastle Library in October 2019.

Event Assistant

• Jun 2019 - Jul 2019

Assisting with production of Workplace Wellness Conference and Happiness and Its Causes Conference at ICC Sydney. Assisting with production of Workplace Wellness Conference and Happiness and Its Causes Conference at ICC Sydney.

Student Services Support Officer

• Jan 2019 - Mar 2019

-Answered student enquiries and supported team. -Created a database of contact details for all Lake Macquarie TAFE campuses -Answered student enquiries and supported team. -Created a database of contact details for all Lake Macquarie TAFE campuses

Communications Officer

• Nov 2018 - Jan 2019

-Managed social media accounts. -Created content for Facebook and Instagram. -Organised interviews with local media. -Managed social media accounts. -Created content for Facebook and Instagram. -Organised interviews with local media.

Communications Officer

• Oct 2018 - Dec 2018

-Managed social media accounts. -Created content for Facebook and Twitter. -Proofreading for annual report. -Managed social media accounts. -Created content for Facebook and Twitter. -Proofreading for annual report.

Administrative and Outreach Officer

• Jul 2017 - Jul 2018

-Delivered outreach workshops on The Centre for the History of Emotions' research -Created and presented a legacy booklet and a podcast series. -Delivered outreach workshops on The Centre for the History of Emotions' research -Created and presented a legacy booklet and a podcast series.

Social Mentor

• Mar 2017 - Jun 2017

-Provided person centred support to people with disabilities -Designed and delivered skill based group classes, such as cooking -Developed strategies to achieve customer goals -Delivered vocational services & support -Developed employer relationships -Assistance & support with home activities -Assistance & support with centre based activities -Provided person centred support to people with disabilities -Designed and delivered skill based group classes, such as cooking -Developed strategies to achieve customer goals -Delivered vocational services & support -Developed employer relationships -Assistance & support with home activities -Assistance & support with centre based activities

Camp Counselor

• Nov 2014 - Feb 2015

-Teaching English to 14-16 year old students in a fun and engaging way -Organising activities, games, special presentations and lesson plans -Ensuring the safety of all campers -Teaching English to 14-16 year old students in a fun and engaging way -Organising activities, games, special presentations and lesson plans -Ensuring the safety of all campers

English Teacher

• Mar 2014 - Jun 2014

-English language instruction for adults at Pre-Intermediate level -Teaching diverse groups of students in Core, Grammar Elective and Conversation Elective classes -Thorough lesson planning using course textbook and independently sourced materials -Excellent rapport with students -Enjoyable and well-structured lessons -English language instruction for adults at Pre-Intermediate level -Teaching diverse groups of students in Core, Grammar Elective and Conversation Elective classes -Thorough lesson planning using course textbook and independently sourced materials -Excellent rapport with students -Enjoyable and well-structured lessons

Administrative Assistant

• Mar 2013 - Jan 2014

-Accurate and efficient financial administration duties including Accounts Payable-Pleasant and friendly manner when liaising with external stakeholders, UNSW students and staff-Excellent team work, carrying out student administration duties as required

Student Assistant

• Aug 2012 - Apr 2013

-First point of contact for all student, staff and visitor enquiries; excellent customer service skills-Strong verbal and written communication skills; knowledge of university administration

Shop Assistant

• 2011 - 2012

-Sales, shopfront presentation, restocking shelves, cleaning and contributing to decision-making -Excellent customer service in a community-focused environment -Effective time-management and communication skills while working with staff and volunteers -Sales, shopfront presentation, restocking shelves, cleaning and contributing to decision-making -Excellent customer service in a community-focused environment -Effective time-management and communication skills while working with staff and volunteers

Client Services Representative

• 2007 - 2010

-Answered student enquiries about fees, enrolment and other administrative matters in a busy, fast-paced environment-Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the University’s procedures and policy

Student Representative

• 2005 - 2007

Promoted the University to high school students at presentations and on campus tours