I am passionate about using creative ways to communicate science and research to various audiences. As a highly adaptable team player, I thrive in new learning environments, and always look forward to new challenges that spark my curiosity.

I am passionate about using creative ways to communicate science and research to various audiences. As a highly adaptable team player, I thrive in new learning environments, and always look forward to new challenges that spark my curiosity.

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I am passionate about using creative ways to communicate science and research to various audiences. As a highly adaptable team player, I thrive in new learning environments, and always look forward to new challenges that spark my curiosity.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
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Language

French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance Visual Science Communicator / Knowledge Mobilizer at Self-employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Create relevant and accurate visual content (e.g., infographics, illustrations and animations) which supports the client’s communications deliverables (e.g., blogs, reports, resources). Work with relevant stakeholders to execute their knowledge translation and dissemination plans
Knowledge Translation and Communication Lead at ACCESS Open Minds Network
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2024
Developed knowledge translation deliverables to promote the transformation of mental health services for youth in Canada (e.g., reports, infographics, newsletters, social media). Collaborated with researchers, youth, family/carers and Indigenous council to visualize and mobilize data and knowledge in an accessible format
Knowledge Translation Coordinator at CHILD-B RIGHT Network
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Responsible for the logistics of stakeholder engagement surveys and data collection. Coordinated webinars, creating infographics and other educational or promotional material for dissemination to the general public. Collaborated with central office team on network-wide deliverables (including Report to Community and Annual Meeting)
Knowledge Translation and Outreach Intern at Ontario Brain Institute
January 1, 2018 - Present
Assisted with the planning and facilitation of workshops for knowledge translation specialists and patient advisory committees across brain disorder research programs. Created social media content, recorded metrics, and rebranded quarterly newsletters
Science Engagement Facilitator at Perimeter Institute
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Delivered science programming across Canada through a traveling exhibit and engaging presentation aimed to inspire the next generation of innovators. Served as a front-line Perimeter Outreach representative among teachers, community leaders and local media to ensure programming goals were met during the initiative
Research/Education Lead at Routes to Rootz (formerly Hike MTL)
January 1, 2022 - Present
Supported content and strategy for external facing communications (e.g., social media) aiming to empower and normalize Black, racialized and marginalized groups reclaiming outdoor spaces
Member / Communications team at Coopérative de solidarité Biblioterre
January 1, 2021 - Present
Support the communications and media team to promote the land-based cooperative which aspires to demonstrate ecologically sustainable and equitable ways of living via website design and newsletters. Member of the BIPOC affinity group which strives to support and amplify BIPOC voices in the co-op
Research Team Member at Convergence Initiative
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Supported the evaluation of current practices in an interdisciplinary course at the intersection of art and neuroscience for Fine Arts students at Concordia University and neuroscience graduate students at McGill University
Program Evaluation Officer at Art the Science
January 1, 2016 - Present
Remote position. Supported evaluation development and implementation for other (external) science-art residencies. Developed and implemented evaluation for a pilot science-art residency to improve approaches on interdisciplinary collaborations and science engagement with the public. Wrote and organized posts for blog highlighting science-art creators, works and spaces
Co-Editor at Biology and Life Sciences, Science Borealis
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Pitch and write blog posts about biology and/or life sciences topics for public audience

Education

Certificate, Biomedical Visualization and Communication at University of British Columbia
January 1, 2021 - January 7, 2026
Course, Introduction to HTML/CSS and Javascript at Lighthouse Labs
January 1, 2020 - January 7, 2026
Course, Foundations of Knowledge Translation at St. Michael's Hospital
January 1, 2018 - January 7, 2026
Certificate, Everyday French Language at Humber College
January 1, 2018 - January 7, 2026
Graduate Diploma, Science Communication at Laurentian University
January 1, 2016 - January 7, 2026
Master of Science (MSc), Experimental Psychology (Behavioural Neuroscience) at Memorial University
January 1, 2015 - January 7, 2026
HBSc, Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour (Minor: Biology) at McMaster University
January 1, 2012 - January 7, 2026

Qualifications

Biomedical Visualization and Communication Certificate
January 1, 2021 - January 7, 2026
Introduction to HTML/CSS and Javascript
January 1, 2020 - January 7, 2026
Foundations of Knowledge Translation
January 1, 2018 - January 7, 2026
Everyday French Language Certificate
January 1, 2018 - January 7, 2026
Graduate Diploma in Science Communication
January 1, 2016 - January 7, 2026
Master of Science (MSc), Experimental Psychology
January 1, 2015 - January 7, 2026
HBSc, Psychology, Neuroscience & Behaviour
January 1, 2012 - January 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
    paper Illustrations/Infographics: Hand Therapy for Children

    I worked with a research group specializing in providing support to children with cerebral palsy. I helped create friendly illustrations to go along with the infographic which I also designed to showcase the roadmap for parents and for occupational therapists. You can view both resources here: https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Writing/Illustration: A Win for the Cat

    I wrote a fun piece about a single-celled parasite called Toxoplasma gondii and accompanied it with my own illustrations (watercoloured) for the blog BuzzHootRoar. You can view this here: https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Blog Article: Summary of an Science-Artist Residency

    I wrote a piece for the Canadian Science Publishing Blog about a pilot Science-Artist Residency that I co-created and evaluated to showcase the benefits of having an artist temporarily become a part of the science community. You can read more about the experience here: https://www.twine.net/signin

    paper Illustrations/Infographics: Climate Change and Brain Health

    I designed and created illustrations for Banyan Commons, a global action tank tackling the brain health impacts of climate change and related environmental factors. They wanted infographics to summarize their preliminary state of science report on how climate change can affect brain health and mental health. You can find these resources here: https://www.twine.net/signin