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I am a seasoned journalist and producer with extensive experience in hostile environments and military theatres. I have built and led strategic communications initiatives, trained media teams, and directed content across radio, television, print, and social media. My work has ranged from on-the-ground reporting in conflict zones to shaping governance and international relations communications for diverse audiences.
I thrive in challenging settings and enjoy developing and executing strategic communication plans, managing cross-border teams, and driving value for forward-thinking organizations. I hold a Canadian security clearance (Secret level) and am willing to relocate and travel internationally to deliver impactful storytelling and informed public discourse.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Work Experience
Independent Contractor at CALIAN Inc
January 1, 2023 - PresentMedia trainer for Canadian Armed Forces and NATO forces
Communications Specialist at IKEA Canada
December 31, 2022 - October 13, 2025Wrote internal communications; Supported IKEA’s strategic communication plan; Created content for internal database; Trained new hires in communications
Co-owner and CEO at I-Clout
December 31, 2013 - October 13, 2025Designed and implemented strategic communication plans and media campaigns; Organized HEAT courses; Lectured on journalism in conflict zones; Implemented PR and media campaigns; Supervised consultants; Closed company in 2013
Executive Radio Producer at NATO-ISAF HQ Kabul, Afghanistan
December 31, 2011 - October 13, 2025Designed and implemented strategic communication plans and media campaigns; Trained Armed Forces in Media Relations; Established national radio network in Dari and Pashto; Managed teams of journalists
Forward Media Team Leader at RC South, Kandahar, Afghanistan
December 31, 2011 - October 13, 2025Designed and implemented strategic communication plans and media campaigns; Interviewed civilians; Managed budgets and training; Conducted media training for Afghan forces; Built partnerships with IOs/NGOs
News Editor-Copy Writer, International Desk at LCN, Montreal
December 31, 2007 - October 13, 2025Wrote international copy; Edited news; Attended production meetings; Contributed ideas
Radio Journalist- Producer - Quebec AM at CBC-Radio, Quebec City
December 31, 2006 - October 13, 2025Produced reports and stories for morning show; Research and pre-interviews; Edited audio; On-air reporting
Media Trainer at CALIAN Inc
January 1, 2023 - PresentIndependent contractor providing media training for the Canadian Armed Forces and NATO forces.
Communications Specialist at IKEA Canada
December 31, 2022 - October 13, 2025Wrote internal communications; supported IKEA's strategic communication plan; created content for internal database; training for new hires.
Co-owner and CEO at I-Clout
January 1, 2013 - October 13, 2025Designed and implemented strategic communication plans and media campaigns; organized HEAT courses; lectured on journalism in conflict zones; implemented PR campaigns; supervised consultants; company closed in 2013.
Executive Radio Producer at NATO-ISAF HQ Kabul
January 1, 2011 - October 13, 2025Worked for StratCom; designed and implemented strategic communication plans and media campaigns; trained armed forces in media relations; managed information flow; established a national radio network broadcasting in Dari and Pashto; trained local journalists; produced live content.
Forward Media Team Leader at NATO-ISAF RC South, Kandahar
January 1, 2011 - October 13, 2025Led media teams; designed and implemented strategic communication plans and campaigns across Southern Afghanistan; interviewed locals; wrote political, social, and security reports; produced radio broadcasts; re-established partnerships with IOs, GOs, NGOs and local community leaders; conducted media training for Afghan National Armed Forces; conducted surveys on local perceptions.
News Editor-Copy Writer, International Desk at LCN, Montreal
January 1, 2007 - October 13, 2025Wrote copy for newsroom; edited international current affairs; contributed ideas in production meetings.
Radio Journalist-Producer - Quebec AM at CBC-Radio
January 1, 2006 - October 13, 2025Produced reports for the morning show; booked guests; conducted research and pre-interviews; edited audio; on-air reporting; managed assignments.
Journalist-Producer - Daybreak at CBC-Radio
January 1, 2006 - October 13, 2025Produced reports and interviews for the daily morning show; booked guests; conducted research and pre-interviews; edited audio; on-air reporting; managed reporters and assignments.
Media Trainer at CALIAN Inc
January 1, 2023 - PresentMedia trainer for the Canadian Armed Forces and NATO forces; develops and delivers media training curricula; coaches on interview technique, voice, writing and editing for news, broadcast and social media.
Communications Specialist at IKEA Canada
December 31, 2022 - October 13, 2025Writes internal communications; supports IKEA’s strategic communication plan; creates content for internal database; trains new hires in communications.
Co-owner and CEO at I-Clout
January 1, 2013 - October 13, 2025Designed and implemented strategic communication plans and media campaigns; organized HEAT (Hostile Environment Training) Courses; lectured on journalism in conflict zones; implemented PR and media campaigns in conflict zones; supervised consultants; closed company in 2013.
Executive Radio Producer at NATO-ISAF, HQ Kabul, Afghanistan
December 31, 2011 - October 13, 2025Worked for the Strategic Communications Division NATO/ISAF (StratCom). Designed and implemented strategic communication plans and media campaigns across Afghanistan; trained Armed Forces in Media Relations and Strategic Communications; established partnerships with IOs, GOs, NGOs and local community radio stations; created and produced a national radio network in Dari and Pashto; trained and supervised a team of 43 journalists.
Forward Media Team Leader at NATO-ISAF RC South, Kandahar, Afghanistan
December 31, 2011 - October 13, 2025Managed a team of local journalists; interviewed civilians; wrote social, political, and security reports; produced radio broadcasts; re-established partnerships with IOs, GOs, NGOs and local community leaders; conducted media training; supported information and influence objectives.
News Editor-Copy Writer, International Desk at LCN
January 1, 2007 - October 13, 2025Wrote copy for newsroom; edited international current affairs and breaking news; contributed story ideas; participated in production meetings.
Radio Journalist-Producer - Quebec AM at CBC-Radio, Quebec City
January 1, 2006 - October 13, 2025Produced reports and stories for the morning show; booked guests; conducted research and pre-interviews; edited audio; on-air reporting.
Journalist-Producer - Daybreak at CBC-Radio, Montreal
January 1, 2006 - October 13, 2025Produced reports and interviews for daily morning show; researched and pre-interviews; edited audio; on-air reporting; managed newsroom reporters and assignments.
Associate-Producer - Montreal Express at Radio Canada, Montreal
January 1, 2006 - October 13, 2025Researched stories; wrote news copy; conducted pre-interviews; edited radio interviews; brief anchor with all relevant details of upcoming interviews.
Independent Contractor at CALIAN Inc
January 1, 2023 - PresentMedia trainer for Canadian Armed Forces and NATO forces; develop and deliver media training curricula, coach personnel on interview techniques, broadcast skills, and crisis communications.
Communications Specialist at IKEA Canada
December 31, 2022 - October 13, 2025Write internal communications; support strategic communication plan; create content for internal database; provide training to new hires.
Co-owner and CEO at I-Clout
December 31, 2013 - October 13, 2025Designed and implemented strategic communication plans and media campaigns; organized HEAT (Hostile Environment Training) Courses; lectured on journalism in conflict zones; implemented PR and media campaigns in conflict zones; supervised consultants globally; company closed in 2013.
Executive Radio Producer at NATO-ISAF (HQ), Kabul, Afghanistan
December 31, 2011 - October 13, 2025Designed and implemented strategic communication plans and media campaigns; trained Armed Forces personnel in media relations; established a national radio network in Dari and Pashto; supervised teams of local and international journalists; managed information flow per security protocols.
Forward Media Team Leader at NATO-ISAF RC South, Kandahar, Afghanistan
December 31, 2011 - October 13, 2025Led a media team to design and implement strategic communication plans; interviewed locals, produced news content, managed budgets and equipment; built partnerships with IOs, GOs, NGOs and local leaders; conducted media training for Afghan Armed Forces; analyzed local perceptions of NATO-ISAF activities.
News Editor-Copy Writer, International Desk at LCN, Montreal
December 31, 2007 - October 13, 2025Wrote copy for newsroom; edited international current affairs and breaking news; contributed story ideas; used AVID for editing and production.
Radio Journalist- Producer - Quebec AM at CBC-Radio, Quebec City
December 31, 2006 - October 13, 2025Produced reports and stories for the morning show; conducted research, pre-interviews; on-air reporting and editing of interviews.
Journalist- Producer - Daybreak at CBC-Radio, Montreal
December 31, 2006 - October 13, 2025Produced reports and interviews for the daily morning show; booked guests; pre-interviews; edited audio; managed newsroom assignments.
Associate-Producer - Montreal Express at Radio Canada, Montreal
December 31, 2006 - October 13, 2025Researched stories; wrote news copy; conducted pre-interviews with guests; brief anchors with upcoming interview details.
Education
BA at Université de Montréal
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994Graduate Diploma at Concordia University
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001Graduate Diploma in Journalism at Concordia University
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001BA in Anthropology and East Asian Studies at Université de Montréal
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994UN Peace Operations Training Institute online courses at UN Peace Operations Training Institute (POTI)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Graduate Diploma in Journalism at Concordia University
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001BA, Anthropology and East Asian Studies at Université de Montréal
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994UN Peace Operations Training Institute courses (online) at UN Peace Operations Training Institute (POTI)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Graduate Diploma in Journalism at Concordia University
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2001B.A., Anthropology and East Asian Studies at Université de Montréal
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1994Qualifications
Security Training (IED Awareness, Combat Media, OPSEC, INFOSEC, Counter Intelligence, Cultural Awareness)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Provincial Reconstruction Team (PRT) - Crisis Management
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Forward Media Team (FMT) – Target Audience Analysis, Strategic Communications, Radio News Editing, Photography, Key Leader Engagement
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025UN Peace Operations Training Institute (POTI) Courses
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Canadian Security Clearance Level 2 (Secret)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025UN POTI - Security Training Modules (IED Awareness, OPSEC, INFOSEC, Cultural Awareness)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Member of International Federation of Journalists (IFJ)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Member of Federation Professionnelle des Journalistes du Quebec (FPJQ)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Canadian Security Clearance level 2 (Secret)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025NATO-ISAF Forward Media Team (FMT) – Target Audience Analysis, Strategic Communications, Radio News Editing, Photography, Key Leader Engagement
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025UN Peace Operations Training Institute (POTI) – Crisis Management, IED Awareness, OPSEC, INFOSEC
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Other
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