Marketing

• Feb 2021 - Present

Marketing Communications Consultant

• Feb 2019 - Present

Marketing communications consultant working with a range of clients including the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission, Corrymeela Peace and Reconciliation Centre and Elastic Energy. My work is focused on developing communications strategies for growth and engagement designed around an organisations purpose. Marketing communications consultant working with a range of clients including the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission, Corrymeela Peace and Reconciliation Centre and Elastic Energy. My work is focused on developing communications strategies for growth and engagement designed around an organisations purpose.

World Economic Forum Global Shaper

• Aug 2018 - Present

An initiative of The World Economic Forum (WEF), the Global Shapers Community is a network of Hubs developed and led by young people under 30 who are driven to make a positive contribution to their city and beyond. An initiative of The World Economic Forum (WEF), the Global Shapers Community is a network of Hubs developed and led by young people under 30 who are driven to make a positive contribution to their city and beyond.

Senior Communications Manager

• Sep 2017 - Jan 2019

For over three years I advised and worked alongside global consumer brands, non-profits and government bodies such as Johnnie Walker, Diageo, Barnardo’s, Carlsberg, Food Standards Agency, Bank of Ireland, Spaces and Snow Patrol. With experts across the board in PR, design, digital, branding, copywriting, strategy, marketing and film, Smarts are an untypical content agency realising big ideas for a range of global and local brands.

Communications Consultant

• May 2015 - Sep 2017

Management Team

• Jan 2016 - Jan 2017

The Washington Ireland Program is a leadership and service programme centred around conflict resolution for students from Northern Ireland and Ireland. As a management team leader, I am responsible for a group of ten students throughout the two month programme in D.C. as well as responsible for organising events and workshops for the wider group of thirty. - Conducted mentorship meetings, focusing on student's leadership development - Conducted workshops on leadership topics… Show more The Washington Ireland Program is a leadership and service programme centred around conflict resolution for students from Northern Ireland and Ireland. As a management team leader, I am responsible for a group of ten students throughout the two month programme in D.C. as well as responsible for organising events and workshops for the wider group of thirty. - Conducted mentorship meetings, focusing on student's leadership development - Conducted workshops on leadership topics such as networking, values and group norms Show less The Washington Ireland Program is a leadership and service programme centred around conflict resolution for students from Northern Ireland and Ireland. As a management team leader, I am responsible for a group of ten students throughout the two month programme in D.C. as well as responsible for organising events and workshops for the wider group of thirty. - Conducted mentorship meetings, focusing on student's leadership development - Conducted workshops on leadership topics… Show more The Washington Ireland Program is a leadership and service programme centred around conflict resolution for students from Northern Ireland and Ireland. As a management team leader, I am responsible for a group of ten students throughout the two month programme in D.C. as well as responsible for organising events and workshops for the wider group of thirty. - Conducted mentorship meetings, focusing on student's leadership development - Conducted workshops on leadership topics such as networking, values and group norms Show less

Support Engineer

• Feb 2015 - May 2015

Customer Support Engineer at HubSpot, one of the world’s leading marketing technology companies. I gained knowledge of basic HTML, CSS and content management systems, in addition to inbound marketing best practice. Customer Support Engineer at HubSpot, one of the world’s leading marketing technology companies. I gained knowledge of basic HTML, CSS and content management systems, in addition to inbound marketing best practice.

Marketing Advisor

• Feb 2014 - Dec 2014

The MSc in Marketing Practice operates as a professional marketing services provider (www.mdp.ie). Students are referred to as 'Marketing Advisors' and work closely with clients, ranging from start-ups and non-profits, to multinational organisations. Students gain a huge amount of experience through working on commercial projects for some of Ireland’s top companies within a broad range of industries. Delivered commercial projects to clients that provided actionable consumer insights… Show more The MSc in Marketing Practice operates as a professional marketing services provider (www.mdp.ie). Students are referred to as 'Marketing Advisors' and work closely with clients, ranging from start-ups and non-profits, to multinational organisations. Students gain a huge amount of experience through working on commercial projects for some of Ireland’s top companies within a broad range of industries. Delivered commercial projects to clients that provided actionable consumer insights, including; - Marketing and Business Strategy Development - Quantitative and Qualitative Market Research - Market Feasibility Studies - Consumer Surveys - Event Management - Digital Marketing Strategies Show less The MSc in Marketing Practice operates as a professional marketing services provider (www.mdp.ie). Students are referred to as 'Marketing Advisors' and work closely with clients, ranging from start-ups and non-profits, to multinational organisations. Students gain a huge amount of experience through working on commercial projects for some of Ireland’s top companies within a broad range of industries. Delivered commercial projects to clients that provided actionable consumer insights… Show more The MSc in Marketing Practice operates as a professional marketing services provider (www.mdp.ie). Students are referred to as 'Marketing Advisors' and work closely with clients, ranging from start-ups and non-profits, to multinational organisations. Students gain a huge amount of experience through working on commercial projects for some of Ireland’s top companies within a broad range of industries. Delivered commercial projects to clients that provided actionable consumer insights, including; - Marketing and Business Strategy Development - Quantitative and Qualitative Market Research - Market Feasibility Studies - Consumer Surveys - Event Management - Digital Marketing Strategies Show less

Communications Officer

• Sep 2013 - Jan 2014

Working for Chris Lyttle, MLA for Belfast East, I gained a valuable insight into the political environment. During my time in Chris's office I drafted all blogs for his website. Topics varied from comment on local news stories, to the breakdown of new policies. Developed and controlled a weekly e-News letter which informed local constituents of the work Chris was doing in the area and at Parliament Buildings. Created a video blog, which enabled Chris to communicate with… Show more Working for Chris Lyttle, MLA for Belfast East, I gained a valuable insight into the political environment. During my time in Chris's office I drafted all blogs for his website. Topics varied from comment on local news stories, to the breakdown of new policies. Developed and controlled a weekly e-News letter which informed local constituents of the work Chris was doing in the area and at Parliament Buildings. Created a video blog, which enabled Chris to communicate with constituents and promote important issues. Gave advice on utilising digital and social media. Undertook research into policy and local issues. Show less Working for Chris Lyttle, MLA for Belfast East, I gained a valuable insight into the political environment. During my time in Chris's office I drafted all blogs for his website. Topics varied from comment on local news stories, to the breakdown of new policies. Developed and controlled a weekly e-News letter which informed local constituents of the work Chris was doing in the area and at Parliament Buildings. Created a video blog, which enabled Chris to communicate with… Show more Working for Chris Lyttle, MLA for Belfast East, I gained a valuable insight into the political environment. During my time in Chris's office I drafted all blogs for his website. Topics varied from comment on local news stories, to the breakdown of new policies. Developed and controlled a weekly e-News letter which informed local constituents of the work Chris was doing in the area and at Parliament Buildings. Created a video blog, which enabled Chris to communicate with constituents and promote important issues. Gave advice on utilising digital and social media. Undertook research into policy and local issues. Show less

Assistant Producer

• Aug 2013 - Jan 2014

Firefly IMC is an independent consultancy providing services in social media, broadcast, training and business strategy. I helped produce a number of videos, including the World Police and Fire Games TV and Deloitte's Fast 50 Awards 2013. Firefly IMC is an independent consultancy providing services in social media, broadcast, training and business strategy. I helped produce a number of videos, including the World Police and Fire Games TV and Deloitte's Fast 50 Awards 2013.

International Government Affairs Intern

• Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

Eli Lilly is the tenth largest pharmaceutical company in the world. Based in their Washington D.C office, I experienced how their talented government affairs staff dealt with issues and maintained Lilly's interests throughout the world. During my internship I researched and provided up-to-date information on the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations. Additionally I worked with the Digital Government Affairs team. Eli Lilly is the tenth largest pharmaceutical company in the world. Based in their Washington D.C office, I experienced how their talented government affairs staff dealt with issues and maintained Lilly's interests throughout the world. During my internship I researched and provided up-to-date information on the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations. Additionally I worked with the Digital Government Affairs team.

Student

• Feb 2013 - Aug 2013

The Washington-Ireland Program for Service and Leadership (WIP), is a six-month program of personal and professional development that brings outstanding university students from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland to Washington DC for summer work placements and leadership training. The program begins and ends with practical service in Northern Ireland and Ireland. Highlights included: - Chairing a talk with the Chairman of the FCC, Tom Wheeler - Attending hearings at… Show more The Washington-Ireland Program for Service and Leadership (WIP), is a six-month program of personal and professional development that brings outstanding university students from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland to Washington DC for summer work placements and leadership training. The program begins and ends with practical service in Northern Ireland and Ireland. Highlights included: - Chairing a talk with the Chairman of the FCC, Tom Wheeler - Attending hearings at Capitol Hill - Debates / workshops / leadership training - Speaking engagements from: Jake Sullivan, Security Advisor to VP Joe Biden Kyle O'Connor, former Speechwriter for President Obama Congressman John Lewis Congressman Joe Kennedy Show less The Washington-Ireland Program for Service and Leadership (WIP), is a six-month program of personal and professional development that brings outstanding university students from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland to Washington DC for summer work placements and leadership training. The program begins and ends with practical service in Northern Ireland and Ireland. Highlights included: - Chairing a talk with the Chairman of the FCC, Tom Wheeler - Attending hearings at… Show more The Washington-Ireland Program for Service and Leadership (WIP), is a six-month program of personal and professional development that brings outstanding university students from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland to Washington DC for summer work placements and leadership training. The program begins and ends with practical service in Northern Ireland and Ireland. Highlights included: - Chairing a talk with the Chairman of the FCC, Tom Wheeler - Attending hearings at Capitol Hill - Debates / workshops / leadership training - Speaking engagements from: Jake Sullivan, Security Advisor to VP Joe Biden Kyle O'Connor, former Speechwriter for President Obama Congressman John Lewis Congressman Joe Kennedy Show less

Internship

• 2011 - 2012

I spent a total of 7 months at Smarts Communicate. An integrated communication consultancy, which holds corporate, consumer and not-for profit clients. I worked in a number of teams and was held responsible for a variety of tasks. - Research - Proof reading copy for internal and external distribution - Media monitoring - Competitor evaluation - Organising photo calls - Distributing and following up press releases - Attending creative meetings - Writing copy for… Show more I spent a total of 7 months at Smarts Communicate. An integrated communication consultancy, which holds corporate, consumer and not-for profit clients. I worked in a number of teams and was held responsible for a variety of tasks. - Research - Proof reading copy for internal and external distribution - Media monitoring - Competitor evaluation - Organising photo calls - Distributing and following up press releases - Attending creative meetings - Writing copy for social media - Developing PR plans - Maintenance of a global youtube page My experience was enriched by working on and attending international, corporate and promotional events. - MTV European Music Awards 2011, Belfast - Bushmills Live 2012 - Bushmills Live in the city - Guinness Arthur’s Day 2012 Show less I spent a total of 7 months at Smarts Communicate. An integrated communication consultancy, which holds corporate, consumer and not-for profit clients. I worked in a number of teams and was held responsible for a variety of tasks. - Research - Proof reading copy for internal and external distribution - Media monitoring - Competitor evaluation - Organising photo calls - Distributing and following up press releases - Attending creative meetings - Writing copy for… Show more I spent a total of 7 months at Smarts Communicate. An integrated communication consultancy, which holds corporate, consumer and not-for profit clients. I worked in a number of teams and was held responsible for a variety of tasks. - Research - Proof reading copy for internal and external distribution - Media monitoring - Competitor evaluation - Organising photo calls - Distributing and following up press releases - Attending creative meetings - Writing copy for social media - Developing PR plans - Maintenance of a global youtube page My experience was enriched by working on and attending international, corporate and promotional events. - MTV European Music Awards 2011, Belfast - Bushmills Live 2012 - Bushmills Live in the city - Guinness Arthur’s Day 2012 Show less

Joint Director

• 2009 - 2010

WillPower began from the vision of Will Doggart, a close friend that was paralysed in 2009. Its aim was to raise money for those charities and organisations that helped Will's recovery, namely Back-up and Musgrave Park Hospital. I learnt a huge amount during this time and gained valuable experience. - Event management - Writing press releases - Video production - Organisation management and direction - People management Our biggest fundraiser was a two week… Show more WillPower began from the vision of Will Doggart, a close friend that was paralysed in 2009. Its aim was to raise money for those charities and organisations that helped Will's recovery, namely Back-up and Musgrave Park Hospital. I learnt a huge amount during this time and gained valuable experience. - Event management - Writing press releases - Video production - Organisation management and direction - People management Our biggest fundraiser was a two week, all-Ireland cycle. Which I helped plan and put into action. I also took part, which in itself was a great physical achievement. Through this challenge WillPower raised around £10,000. Show less WillPower began from the vision of Will Doggart, a close friend that was paralysed in 2009. Its aim was to raise money for those charities and organisations that helped Will's recovery, namely Back-up and Musgrave Park Hospital. I learnt a huge amount during this time and gained valuable experience. - Event management - Writing press releases - Video production - Organisation management and direction - People management Our biggest fundraiser was a two week… Show more WillPower began from the vision of Will Doggart, a close friend that was paralysed in 2009. Its aim was to raise money for those charities and organisations that helped Will's recovery, namely Back-up and Musgrave Park Hospital. I learnt a huge amount during this time and gained valuable experience. - Event management - Writing press releases - Video production - Organisation management and direction - People management Our biggest fundraiser was a two week, all-Ireland cycle. Which I helped plan and put into action. I also took part, which in itself was a great physical achievement. Through this challenge WillPower raised around £10,000. Show less