After a career in education and broadcasting, I have a range of communication, organizational and leadership skills to apply to freelance opportunities. My strengths include writing for news, websites, proposals and corporate needs. I am a skilled presenter who is comfortable in front of a camera or a live audience, providing information and training. I am an effective and dependable team member who always strives for success.

Michelle Rao

After a career in education and broadcasting, I have a range of communication, organizational and leadership skills to apply to freelance opportunities. My strengths include writing for news, websites, proposals and corporate needs. I am a skilled presenter who is comfortable in front of a camera or a live audience, providing information and training. I am an effective and dependable team member who always strives for success.

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After a career in education and broadcasting, I have a range of communication, organizational and leadership skills to apply to freelance opportunities.

My strengths include writing for news, websites, proposals and corporate needs. I am a skilled presenter who is comfortable in front of a camera or a live audience, providing information and training. I am an effective and dependable team member who always strives for success.

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Work Experience

Provincial Program Coordinators, School College Work Initiative (SCWI) at School College Work Initiative (SCWI)
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Provided leadership, support and built relationships with members of 16 regional planning teams delivering SCWI funded programs. Developed and delivered effective training and communications programs for a provincial audience. Collaborated with internal team members to develop program policies, approve funding proposals and ensure financial accountability.
Manager, School College Partnerships at Georgian College
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Led the critical path of a regional planning team provincially funded through SCWI, effectively delivering multiple academic programs on seven college campuses. Managed staff, faculty, and a budget of $2 million. Developed strong working relationships with district school board partners leading to opportunities for 1,200 secondary students annually. Liaised and negotiated with academic departments to ensure quality. Directed the creation and delivery of multiple special events for a wide range of audiences.
Marketing Development Officer at Georgian College
December 31, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Developed, managed, organized and implemented the marketing, recruitment, communications and liaison activities and strategies for the Engineering Technology division, resulting in increased enrolment. Created and delivered hundreds of hands-on workshops for students and industry representatives. Developed and managed successful special events. Created marketing and communications plans.
Community Development Director at Elizabeth Fry Society
December 31, 1998 - December 31, 1998
Led public awareness, media relations, fundraising and special events for a non-profit organization.
Broadcast Journalist at CKVR Television
December 31, 1998 - December 31, 1998
Prepared and delivered five news updates and one newscast daily reaching an audience of 50,000 and increasing viewership. Produced, wrote, researched and conducted interviews for news reports and special documentaries.

Education

Bachelor of Communications at Athabasca University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Honours Diploma, Radio and Television Broadcasting at Centennial College
September 1, 1979 - April 1, 1983

Qualifications

Teaching and Training Adults, Georgian College
January 1, 2002 - December 20, 2002

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services