Hi, I'm Alexa Hangs-Copeland, a graphic design student blending creative storytelling with strategic branding. I'm pursuing a Graphic Design Diploma at Pacific Design Academy while completing my Bachelor of Commerce at McGill University, concentrating in Marketing, Accounting, and Finance. I'm passionate about color theory, typography, copywriting, photography, and collaborating on studio projects that bring bold ideas to life. My background spans design and finance: I have helped drive financial stability at Wavo.me as an accounts receivable technician and supported accounting with Valnet Inc., alongside leadership roles in student organizations. I am excited to continue growing as a Graphic Designer and Brand Designer who can translate data and concepts into compelling visuals.

Alexa Hangs-Copeland

Hi, I'm Alexa Hangs-Copeland, a graphic design student blending creative storytelling with strategic branding. I'm pursuing a Graphic Design Diploma at Pacific Design Academy while completing my Bachelor of Commerce at McGill University, concentrating in Marketing, Accounting, and Finance. I'm passionate about color theory, typography, copywriting, photography, and collaborating on studio projects that bring bold ideas to life. My background spans design and finance: I have helped drive financial stability at Wavo.me as an accounts receivable technician and supported accounting with Valnet Inc., alongside leadership roles in student organizations. I am excited to continue growing as a Graphic Designer and Brand Designer who can translate data and concepts into compelling visuals.

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Hi, I’m Alexa Hangs-Copeland, a graphic design student blending creative storytelling with strategic branding. I’m pursuing a Graphic Design Diploma at Pacific Design Academy while completing my Bachelor of Commerce at McGill University, concentrating in Marketing, Accounting, and Finance. I’m passionate about color theory, typography, copywriting, photography, and collaborating on studio projects that bring bold ideas to life.

My background spans design and finance: I have helped drive financial stability at Wavo.me as an accounts receivable technician and supported accounting with Valnet Inc., alongside leadership roles in student organizations. I am excited to continue growing as a Graphic Designer and Brand Designer who can translate data and concepts into compelling visuals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Accounts Receivable Technician / Junior Accountant at Wavo.me
August 1, 2023 - November 1, 2024
Took on the accounts receivable role during a critical period for the company, contributing to the turnaround from near-bankruptcy to financial stability; reduced accounts receivable turnover by 30 days and surpassed monthly collections targets by up to $800,000; designed and implemented a comprehensive credit limit policy to mitigate risk; developed and executed a streamlined process for tracking customer credits; performed bank reconciliations, assisted AP tasks and in the month-end revenue recognition process.
Junior Accountant at Valnet Inc.
November 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025
Managed high volumes of transactions across multiple entities in a fast-paced environment with a focus on accuracy and efficiency; processed and verified employee expense reports in line with audit standards; supported month-end close through credit card reconciliations and financial reporting.
Tour Guide / Summer Camp Coordinator at Melfort & District Museum
May 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Provided tours up to 2 hours for school groups and visitors; led as primary events coordinator, managing the budget for the museum’s 9-week children’s summer camp program.
Honey Extraction Technician at Glendenning Honey Farm
May 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020
Performed physically demanding tasks that required significant endurance and strength; achieved high-speed unloading of frames, reducing bottlenecks and increasing daily honey production.
Sponsorship Coordinator at McGill Greek Week Committee
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Secured corporate sponsorships through successful negotiations to support McGill's Greek Week, a nonprofit event.

Education

Diploma at Pacific Design Academy
September 1, 2025 - June 1, 2027
Bachelor of Commerce at McGill University – Desautels Faculty of Management
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Financial Services