Kayla Foisy (she/her) is a media and communications student at Western University in London, Ont. and culture editor at the school newspaper Western Gazette. She is also a two-time playwright of Theatre Western, the university's foremost theatre provider and is currently working to wrap her first short film, Cherry. Based in Toronto, Kayla is entranced by writing, film and the theatre and excited to pursue a career blending media production and journalism.…

Kayla Foisy

Kayla Foisy (she/her) is a media and communications student at Western University in London, Ont. and culture editor at the school newspaper Western Gazette. She is also a two-time playwright of Theatre Western, the university's foremost theatre provider and is currently working to wrap her first short film, Cherry. Based in Toronto, Kayla is entranced by writing, film and the theatre and excited to pursue a career blending media production and journalism.…

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Kayla Foisy (she/her) is a media and communications student at Western University in London, Ont. and culture editor at the school newspaper Western Gazette. She is also a two-time playwright of Theatre Western, the university’s foremost theatre provider and is currently working to wrap her first short film, Cherry. Based in Toronto, Kayla is entranced by writing, film and the theatre and excited to pursue a career blending media production and journalism.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Culture Editor at Western Gazette
October 1, 2024 - Present
Feature weekly campus culture coverage and host a campus podcast; mentored 3 culture interns per semester; oversaw the culture desk and submissions; covered health, entertainment, technology, relationships, and trends; trained in journalism ethics and best practices.
Managing Coach at FIMS Student Learning Group
January 1, 2024 - Present
Host weekly recap meetings for student learning coaches; plan study sessions and provide support to coaches; promoted to oversee coaching team and maintain momentum across semesters.
Media Coordinator (Executive) at Theatre Western
January 1, 2023 - Present
Created small-scale promotional content; worked with production staff and vendors; managed on-set operations, schedules, and media assets to support promotional campaigns.
Playwright at Purple Shorts
January 1, 2025 - Present
Winter 2025 Playwright of Date Night; contributed to script development and stage direction concepts; collaborated with directors and actors on productions.
Playwright / Stage Manager at Purple Shorts
September 1, 2023 - Present
Fall 2023 Playwright of BookTalk; Winter 2023 Stage Manager; managed rehearsal schedules, blocking, and production notes; supported director with creative development.
Production Assistant at The Great Gatsby (Theatre Western)
September 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Organized show times and set designs; assisted with production tasks, equipment setup, and on-site coordination for performances.
Editor at KINO Magazine, Western Undergraduate Film Society
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Editor for KINO magazine; coordinated editorial content and production scheduling for 2024-2025.
Journalist / Contributor at The Looking Glass (Etobicoke)
June 1, 2020 - June 1, 2021
Wrote monthly articles; managed deadlines and contributed to team editorial efforts.
Contributor at Intermission Magazine
November 1, 2026 - Present
Wrote "REVIEW: Opposing personalities collide in Piaf/Dietrich at London’s Grand Theatre"
Volunteer Writer at TELUS
November 1, 2026 - Present
Freelance byline contributions and editorial work for TELUS-related content.
Media Coordinator at Theatre Western
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2026
Executive position creating small-scale promotional content; manages on-set operations; coordinates meals and setup; supports production logistics.
Production Assistant at The Great Gatsby (Fall 2023 Play)
September 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Organizing show times and set designs; assists production team during fall 2023 production.
Editor, Kino Magazine at Western Undergraduate Film Society
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Editor of Kino Magazine for 2024-2025; oversees content creation and submissions; collaborates with production staff.
Journalist / Freelance Writer at TELUS / Intermission Magazine / The Looking Glass (Etobicoke)
May 30, 2020 - May 30, 2021
Freelance bylines and monthly articles; produced content for TELUS and Intermission Magazine; wrote for The Looking Glass.

Education

Double Major: Media and Communications Studies (MACS) and Creative Arts and Production (CAP) at University of Western Ontario
January 1, 2022 - March 29, 2026
Double Major: Media and Communications Studies (MACS) and Creative Arts and Production (CAP) at University of Western Ontario
January 1, 2022 - March 29, 2026

Qualifications

Academic Excellence Scholarship (Top 250 averages, class of 2026, University of Western Ontario)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026
Global Opportunities Award and International Learning Award
January 1, 2022 - March 29, 2026
Dean’s Honour
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025
Academic Excellence Scholarship (Top 250 averages for class of 2026)
January 11, 2030 - March 29, 2026
Global Opportunities Award and International Learning Award
January 11, 2030 - March 29, 2026
Dean's Honour List
January 11, 2030 - March 29, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other, Retail

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