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I’m Kavita Balsara, a versatile communicator and content-focused professional based in Toronto. I translate brand stories into engaging customer experiences across retail, marketing, and nonprofit settings, using social media, events, and cross-team collaboration to drive measurable results.
I enjoy shaping creative content, coordinating teams, and building partnerships that amplify impact. My background spans brand storytelling, community outreach, and editorial work, with a passion for diversity and clear, accessible communication.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Intermediate
Language
French
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Chinese
Beginner
Work Experience
Key Holder / Sales Associate at Corktown Designs
November 1, 2024 - PresentMerchandised and communicated brand stories to individual customers, contributing to the store's record of over $10,000 in a single day. Managed in-store social media marketing by creating and posting engaging Instagram content (product highlights, store information) and handled emails to brands and clientele.
Assistant Editor at T.O. (Toronto) Comix
September 1, 2023 - July 31, 2024Managed four teams of writers and artists to create four short comics before project deadlines, balancing technical knowledge with people management. Ensured team members and stories met grant requirements and supported the company’s mission to represent diversity in media.
Social Services Assistant at Skills for Change
June 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023Utilized Salesforce and MS Office to streamline administrative tasks and create promotional materials; improved client understanding of innovation programs. Coordinated with internal teams and external firms to form two new partnerships; organized meetings and slide decks for three events.
Marketing Intern at TAPP
July 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022Authored social media posts across three platforms, aiding account creation and engagement; doubled engagement by researching platform algorithms; collaborated with multiple departments to promote app launch; compiled demographic information to identify trends and inform marketing strategy.
Key Holding Sales Associate at Corktown Designs
November 1, 2024 - PresentMerchandised and effectively communicated brand stories to individual customers, contributing to the store record of over $10,000 in a single day. Assisted with brand image by managing in-store social media marketing, creating engaging Instagram content (product highlights and store information posts) to promote visibility and drive engagement; also managed emails communicating with brands sold in store and clientele.
Education
BA at University of Toronto
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics (Linguistics Major, English Minor) at University of Toronto
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026DELF B2 Certification at Alliance Française
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026Qualifications
DELF B2 Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026DELF B2 Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Education, Professional Services
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Intermediate
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