Hi, I’m Emily Young, a passionate social media and marketing specialist based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. I help brands grow their online presence with engaging content, data-driven campaigns, and creative storytelling. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning ideas into meaningful connections with audiences. I’ve built and managed social content calendars, executed multi-channel campaigns, and supported partners with email marketing, press materials, and website maintenance. I’m always learning and enjoy collaborating with teammates to deliver measurable results.

Emily Young

Hi, I’m Emily Young, a passionate social media and marketing specialist based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. I help brands grow their online presence with engaging content, data-driven campaigns, and creative storytelling. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning ideas into meaningful connections with audiences. I’ve built and managed social content calendars, executed multi-channel campaigns, and supported partners with email marketing, press materials, and website maintenance. I’m always learning and enjoy collaborating with teammates to deliver measurable results.

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Hi, I’m Emily Young, a passionate social media and marketing specialist based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. I help brands grow their online presence with engaging content, data-driven campaigns, and creative storytelling. I thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning ideas into meaningful connections with audiences.

I’ve built and managed social content calendars, executed multi-channel campaigns, and supported partners with email marketing, press materials, and website maintenance. I’m always learning and enjoy collaborating with teammates to deliver measurable results.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Content Lead / Social Media Content Specialist at Harvard Media
November 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Created social media content for Harvard Media's corporate accounts and partner brands to drive in-store traffic. Wrote blog posts, applications, and press releases (including ghost writing for an executive). Coordinated email campaigns for monthly promotions, and assisted with WordPress website maintenance. Revamped templates for marketing wrap reports and case studies.
Social Media Content Specialist at Vendasta
September 1, 2023 - October 16, 2025
Wrote, edited, and scheduled social media content for hundreds of small/medium businesses across multiple platforms. Wrote blog posts, supported remote teammates, and helped promote partner campaigns. Built and refined brand voices, and contributed to content strategy across the team.
Marketing Coordinator & Content Creator at The Thirsty Scholar
September 1, 2022 - October 16, 2025
Created marketing materials and gathered social media content to promote three Saskatoon pubs. Supported remote teams and helped expand partner reach through engaging campaigns and consistent branding.
Barista & Social Media Coordinator at The Square Cup / Maduro Coffee & Tea
January 1, 2021 - October 16, 2025
Barista and social media coordinator for The Square Cup and its parent company. Produced organic content, increased engagement, and contributed to brand storytelling across social channels.
Busser / Front of House at The Granary
August 1, 2019 - October 16, 2025
Bussed tables, hosted guests, and supported training of new staff. Assisted in food service and bartending as needed to ensure a memorable guest experience.
Content Creator / Social Media Content Creator at Harvard Media
November 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Created and managed social media content for Harvard Media and partner brands; wrote blog posts, applications, and press releases; coordinated email campaigns for monthly auctions; assisted with WordPress maintenance; revised templates for marketing wrap reports and partnership case studies.
Marketing Coordinator & Content Creator at The Thirsty Scholar
September 1, 2023 - October 16, 2025
In charge of creating marketing materials and gathering social media content to promote three Saskatoon pubs; provided remote support to the team; promoted several other businesses in Regina using Meta, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn.
Social Media Ambassador at Vendasta
September 1, 2023 - October 16, 2025
Promoted social media campaigns and built content for Vendasta's brand ambassadors; supported multiple partner businesses.
Social Media Content Specialist at Vendasta
February 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Managed and created social media content for Vendasta's clients; optimized posts and engagement across platforms.
Barista / Restaurant Support at The Square Cup / Maduro Coffee & Tea
January 1, 2021 - October 16, 2025
Produced organic content, maintained brand voice, and contributed to marketing content; supported team with social content and events.
Busser / Restaurant Staff at The Granary
August 1, 2019 - October 16, 2025
Managed dining room operations, assisted with guest experience and training of new staff; supported restaurant team to deliver exceptional service.
Assistant Head Coach at Lakewood Soccer Association
March 1, 2016 - October 16, 2025
Assisted head coach with training and game-day operations for youth soccer program.
Volunteer at The Princess Shop
January 1, 2021 - October 16, 2025
Volunteer helper supporting events and community programs.
Social Media Content Specialist at Vendasta
September 1, 2023 - October 25, 2025
Wrote, edited, and scheduled social media content for hundreds of small/medium businesses on Facebook, Google Business Profile, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Pinterest; helped develop strategies aligned with client goals.
Barista & Social Media Manager at Maduro Coffee & Tea / The Square Cup
December 31, 2019 - October 25, 2025
Produced organic content and managed social media to support cafe brand; trained staff and maintained customer-friendly environment.
Busser / Host / Food Service at The Granary
December 31, 2015 - October 25, 2025
Assisted in delivering a positive dining experience, mentored new staff, and supported restaurant operations.
Social Media Manager at Harvard Media
November 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Created social media content for the company's channels and authored blog posts, applications, and press releases. Ghost wrote for an executive and coordinated email campaigns for monthly auctions. Assisted with WordPress backend maintenance and revamped templates for marketing wrap reports and partnership case studies.
Marketing Coordinator & Content Creator at The Thirsty Scholar
February 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Dispatched marketing materials and social media content for Saskatoon-based pubs; provided remote support to other local businesses in Regina via Meta, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn, contributing to cohesive cross-brand campaigns.
Social Media Content Specialist at Vendasta
September 1, 2023 - October 25, 2025
Wrote, edited, and scheduled social media content for hundreds of small/medium businesses across multiple networks; helped develop marketing materials and social strategies; maintained content calendars, brand voice guidelines, and created case studies; collaborated with remote teammates to support multiple partners.
Social Media & Communications Specialist at Pioneer Solar & Renewable Technologies
December 1, 2021 - October 25, 2025
Created and implemented a social media strategy using both paid and organic content; managed customer relations and communications; assisted in developing and maintaining the company’s new website.
Barista & Social Media Manager at Maduro Coffee & Tea / The Square Cup
February 1, 2021 - October 25, 2025
Produced organic content for The Square Cup and its parent company, driving engagement and follower growth; applied strong photography, content planning, and brand development to ensure consistent, on-schedule posting across multiple accounts; developed brand voice aligned with each company’s identity.
Busser at The Granary
August 1, 2019 - October 25, 2025
Worked with a large team in a bustling restaurant; supported service flow as a busser, trained new staff, and contributed to a positive dining experience through efficient teamwork and attention to detail.
Marketing Coordinator & Content Creator at The Thirsty Scholar
February 29, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Created marketing materials and social media content to promote three Saskatoon pubs. Developed content calendars, coordinated with the team remotely, and helped raise brand visibility and engagement across channels.
Social Media Content Specialist at Vendasta
September 1, 2023 - October 25, 2025
Wrote, edited, and scheduled social media content for hundreds of small/medium businesses across Meta, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. Coordinated with cross-functional teams to support campaigns and established a consistent brand voice.
Barista & Social Media Manager at Maduro Coffee & Tea / The Square Cup
February 1, 2021 - October 25, 2025
Barista; managed social media for The Square Cup; produced organic content and applied strong photography and planning to boost engagement.
Busser at The Granary
August 1, 2019 - October 25, 2025
Busser; assisted with guest experience, trained new staff in bussing and service tasks, and supported daily restaurant operations.
Content Lead at Harvard Media
November 30, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Created social media content for Harvard Media corporate socials and partner accounts to drive in-store traffic and grow social profiles. Wrote blogs, captions, and guest posts; ghost-wrote for an executive. Coordinated monthly email campaigns, assisted with WordPress backend maintenance, and revamped templates for marketing wrap reports and partner case studies.
Marketing Coordinator & Content Creator at The Thirsty Scholar
February 29, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Created marketing materials and gathered social media content to promote Saskatoon pubs. Supported the team remotely and promoted several other businesses across social platforms (Meta, TikTok, X, LinkedIn).
Social Media Ambassador at Vendasta
September 30, 2023 - October 25, 2025
Created and managed social media content for the company’s corporate socials and partner campaigns, contributing to increased brand visibility and engagement.
Social Media Manager at Maduro Coffee & Tea / The Square Cup
February 28, 2021 - October 25, 2025
Managed social media for Maduro Coffee & Tea and The Square Cup, producing authentic, engaging content that improved engagement and follower growth; leveraged photography, content planning, and brand development to ensure consistent, on-schedule postings.
Busser at The Granary
August 31, 2019 - October 25, 2025
Supported a large restaurant team, trained new staff, and contributed to delivering a high-quality dining experience.
Content Lead at Harvard Media
November 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Created social media content for Harvard Media's own corporate socials and for several partner brands to drive additional in-store traffic and grow their social profiles. Wrote blog posts, applications, and press releases on behalf of the company, including ghost writing for an executive. Coordinated email campaigns for monthly auctions to boost sales and awareness. Assisted with backend WordPress website maintenance. Re-vamped and created templates for marketing wrap reports and case studies.
Marketing Coordinator & Content Creator at The Thirsty Scholar
February 28, 2024 - February 28, 2024
Responsible for creating marketing materials and gathering social media content to promote the pubs. Managed local pub marketing initiatives and supported remote team members to align marketing efforts across multiple venues.
Social Media Content Specialist at Vendasta
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Wrote, edited, and scheduled social media content for hundreds of small/medium businesses on platforms such as Facebook, Google Business Profile, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. Contributed to content strategy and supported partner businesses remotely.
Social Media Manager / Barista at Maduro Coffee & Tea / The Square Cup
February 28, 2021 - February 28, 2021
Managed social media for The Square Cup and related ventures while performing barista duties. Built a brand voice and content calendar, and trained staff on social media best practices to sustain engagement.
Restaurant Support Staff at The Granary
August 31, 2019 - August 31, 2019
Supported front-of-house operations, including host responsibilities, food service, and event support. Demonstrated strong work ethic, attention to detail, and adaptability in a bustling restaurant environment.
Content & Social Media Manager at Harvard Media
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Created social media content for Harvard Media corporate socials and partner clients; authored blog posts, applications and press releases; ghostwritten for an executive; coordinated email campaigns; maintained WordPress backend; revised and created templates for marketing wrap reports and partnership case studies.
Busser at The Granary
August 31, 2019 - August 31, 2019
Supported dining room team, contributed to a pleasant dining experience, and trained new bussers; demonstrated strong attention to detail and teamwork.
Barista & Manager at Maduro Coffee & Tea / The Square Cup
August 31, 2019 - August 31, 2019
Barista and hospitality team member; supported management and guest experience; flexible in duties and shift coverage.
Social Media Coordinator & Content Creator at The Thirsty Scholar
August 31, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Created marketing materials for three Saskatoon pubs; supported remote marketing efforts for other local businesses via social platforms (Meta, TikTok, X, LinkedIn).
Marketing Coordinator & Content Creator at The Thirsty Scholar
February 29, 2024 - February 29, 2024
Led marketing initiatives, produced content, and coordinated campaigns across multiple channels to boost engagement and visibility.

Education

Digital Marketing Certificate at Digital Marketing Institute & Training Center (Online)
July 1, 2025 - October 16, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at University of Saskatchewan
September 1, 2014 - December 1, 2018
Coursework at Whittier College
September 1, 2013 - May 1, 2014
High School Diploma at Holy Cross High School
September 1, 2009 - June 1, 2010
Digital Marketing Certificate at Digital Marketing Institute & Training Center
July 1, 2025 - October 16, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at University of Saskatchewan
September 1, 2014 - December 1, 2018
Exchange / Study Abroad at Whittier College
September 1, 2013 - May 1, 2014
High School Diploma at Brentwood College School
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2013
High School Diploma at Holy Cross High School
September 1, 2009 - June 1, 2010
Bachelor of Arts at University of Saskatchewan
September 1, 2014 - December 1, 2018
Bachelor of Arts at University of Saskatchewan
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022
Digital Marketing Certificate at Digital Marketing Institute & Training Center
July 1, 2025 - October 25, 2025
High School Diploma at Holy Cross High School
September 1, 2009 - June 1, 2010
Bachelor of Arts at University of Saskatchewan
September 1, 2014 - December 1, 2018
High School Diploma at Holy Cross High School
September 1, 2009 - June 1, 2010
High School Diploma at Brentwood College School
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2013
Digital Marketing Certificate at Digital Marketing Institute & Training Center
July 1, 2025 - October 25, 2025
Digital Marketing Certificate at Digital Marketing Institute & Training Center
July 1, 2025 - October 25, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at Whit tier College
September 1, 2013 - May 1, 2014
High School Diploma at Brentwood College School
September 1, 2010 - June 1, 2013
High School at Holy Cross High School
September 1, 2009 - June 1, 2010
Bachelor of Arts at University of Saskatchewan
September 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018
Digital Marketing Certificate at Digital Marketing Institute & Training Center
July 1, 2025 - October 25, 2025
Digital Marketing Certificate at Digital Marketing Institute & Training Center
July 1, 2025 - November 23, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at University of Saskatchewan
September 1, 2014 - December 1, 2018
Bachelor of Arts at University of Saskatchewan
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022
High School Diploma at Brentwood College School
September 1, 2010 - June 30, 2013
High School at Holy Cross High School
September 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010
Digital Marketing Certificate at Digital Marketing Institute & Training Center
July 1, 2025 - November 23, 2025
Bachelor of Arts at Whittier College
September 1, 2013 - May 1, 2014
Bachelor of Arts at University of Saskatchewan
September 1, 2014 - December 31, 2018
Continuing Studies at University of Saskatchewan
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022

Qualifications

ASIST - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
January 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Intro to Prompt Engineering for Generative AI
May 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Marketing Strategy: SEO Content Writing
May 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
Writing a Compelling Blog Post
May 1, 2024 - October 16, 2025
SEO Foundations
April 1, 2022 - October 16, 2025
ASIST Certification (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
January 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Conflict Resolution Training Certificate
January 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Respect in the Workplace Certificate
February 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025
Digital Marketing Certificate
July 1, 2025 - October 25, 2025
Bachelor of Arts
September 1, 2014 - December 1, 2018
Conflict Resolution Training Certificate
January 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025
ASIST Certificate (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
January 1, 2024 - October 25, 2025
LinkedIn Foundations
April 1, 2022 - October 25, 2025
Marketing Essentials
April 1, 2022 - October 25, 2025
ASIST Certificate (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
January 1, 2024 - November 23, 2025
Marketing Essentials Certificate
April 1, 2022 - November 23, 2025
SEO Foundations
April 1, 2022 - November 23, 2025
Social Media Marketing Foundations
April 1, 2022 - November 23, 2025
Blog Writing (National Association of State Boards of Accountancy)
May 1, 2024 - November 23, 2025
ASIST Certificate (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
January 1, 2024 - November 23, 2025
Conflict Resolution Training Certificate
January 1, 2024 - November 23, 2025
Marketing Essentials Certificate
April 1, 2022 - November 23, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Education