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Hi, I’m Margarita Psihogios, a copywriter, editor and communications specialist with a human-centered approach and a commitment to ethical storytelling. I’ve built a diverse portfolio across freelance projects and in-house teams, translating complex ideas into clear, persuasive content that resonates with audiences and stakeholders.
From crafting press assets and speeches to maintaining social media presence for McGill’s Desautels Faculty of Management, I’ve honed strategic communication and media relations, organized events, and supported accreditation processes. I love collaborating with teams, shaping narratives, and helping brands tell their authentic stories.
Experience Level
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Greek, Modern
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Work Experience
Copywriter, Editor and Communications Specialist at Freelance
November 1, 2018 - October 29, 2025Plan, develop and implement public relations and communication strategies with a human-centered approach; liaise with media to build sincere and sustainable relationships; research, write and disseminate press assets (releases, kits, etc.); organize events including press conferences, exhibitions, open-days and press tours; sourcing and managing speaking and sponsorship opportunities; spokesperson training; and more.
Communications and Special Projects Associate, Dean’s Office and Accreditation at McGill University Desautels Faculty of Management
February 28, 2025 - February 28, 2025Supported and maintained the Faculty’s social media presence; initiated growth strategies; provided best practices to Faculty constituents; wrote speeches; monitored analytics and implemented strategies to improve performance; supported accreditation processes, including interviewing, researching and writing content, resulting in the creation of 200+ pages for the EFMD; created and edited news, program marketing materials, event publicity, press releases, website content, newsletters; created and executed communications strategy to support national and international Faculty ranking results.
Dean's Office - Communications Assistant (Interim) at McGill University Desautels Faculty of Management
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021Ensured the dean was properly prepared and briefed for internal and external meetings, travel, speeches and other engagements; coordinated and compiled briefing files for daily meetings and events; liaised with faculty, McGill and external community members; provided high-level organizational, administrative, and personal support to the dean.
Communications Coordinator (Part-time) at McGill University Desautels Faculty of Management
August 1, 2021 - August 1, 2021Posted time-sensitive content to social media; created social media content calendar and strategy plan; monitored, interacted and engaged on social media daily; created reports and analytics; drafted newsletters and content for website and social media; produced graphics for campaigns.
Public Relations Coordinator at EGS Group
November 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018Worked with a Montreal-based, globally-minded integrated communications group to secure brand visibility and positive impact by creating meaningful conversations with media—traditional and new—across client portfolios.
Communications Intern at VROY Communications
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017Gained first-hand insights at an agency with 16 years of PR experience; assisted in implementing integrated communications strategies for clients; helped create an influencer campaign, built a master database of Canadian influencers, monitored media and press clippings; developed media lists; liaised with media and organizations.
Editorial Team – Notetaker for Movin’On Michelin at Movin’On Michelin
June 1, 2017 - June 1, 2017Reported back summaries, highlights and key takeaways on workshops; participated in editorial meetings; contributed to The Brain data-visualization project by the Center for Data Arts.
Notetaker - Editorial Team for C2 Montréal at C2 Montréal
May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017Collaborated on content for the event’s editorial magazine (C2 Minutes); reported back summaries of OpenIDEO workshops; contributed to The Brain data-visualization project; participated in editorial meetings.
Copywriter, Editor, Sponsorship Coordinator at Pickering Communications
December 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016Freelance copywriting, editing and proofreading for various clients; sponsorship outreach to in-kind donors for the Montreal Myeloma March (2015).
Copywriter, Editor at SCFP - CUPE Local 4055, Health and Safety Committee
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017Copywriting, editing and translating memos and newsletters to Local 4055 union members; editing official documents for the Health and Safety and Policy Chair.
Public Relations Fundraising Event Manager at Le Chaînon
November 1, 2015 - November 1, 2015 Planned, organized and executed a fundraising event raising $5,000; drafted sponsorship requests, outreach to sponsors and coordination of donations; served as MC during the event.
Flight Attendant at Sunwing Airlines
November 1, 2022 - November 1, 2022Communicated and enforced Transport Canada Aviation Regulations; delivered passenger safety; provided service on flights to Canada, the U.S. and Caribbean; certified in Fire-fighting and Dangerous Goods.
Recruiter at Sunwing Airlines
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017Interviewed applicants and assessed eligibility; contributed to talent acquisition.
Cabin Safety Instructor at Sunwing Airlines
September 1, 2017 - September 1, 2017Delivered Transport Canada-approved annual training programs; instructed safety-related trainings.
First Aid Instructor at Canadian Red Cross
April 1, 2017 - April 1, 2017Qualified and licensed to instruct core Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR courses: Emergency and Standard First Aid, CPR/AED, Marine Basic First Aid, Emergency and Standard Child Care First Aid.
Freelance Copywriter, Editor and Communications Specialist at Self-employed / Freelance
November 1, 2018 - October 29, 2025Plan, develop and implement public relations and communication strategies with a human-centered approach and an ethical stance. Liaise with media and organizations to develop sincere and sustainable relationships. Research, write and disseminate press assets (releases, kits, etc.). Organize events including press conferences, exhibitions, open-days and press tours. Source and manage speaking and sponsorship opportunities. Spokesperson training and more.
Communications and Special Projects Associate, Dean’s Office and Accreditation at McGill University Desautels Faculty of Management
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2025Supported and maintained the Faculty’s social media presence, initiated growth strategies, and provided best practices and trends to faculty constituents. Performed speechwriting for the dean at +100 events annually. Monitored analytics and implemented strategies to improve performance. Supported accreditation processes by interviewing, researching, and writing content, resulting in 200+ pages for the EFMD. Wrote and edited news, program marketing materials, event publicity, press releases, website content, newsletters, and more. Created and executed a communications strategy to support national and international faculty ranking results.
Editorial Team – Notetaker at Movin’On Michelin
June 30, 2017 - June 30, 2017Notetaking during the global summit for sustainable mobility. Reported daily summaries, highlights and key takeaways; participated in editorial meetings; contributed to The Brain data-visualization project.
Notetaker at C2 Montréal
May 31, 2017 - May 31, 2017Notetaking during the immersive business conference. Collaborated on content for the event’s editorial magazine, the C2 Minutes; reported summaries and key takeaways from workshops; contributed to The Brain data-visualization project.
Copywriter, Editor, Sponsorship Coordinator at Pickering Communications
December 31, 2016 - December 31, 2016Freelance copywriting, editing and proofreading for various clients. Sponsorship outreach to in-kind donors for Montreal Myeloma March (2015).
Public Relations Fundraising Event Manager at "Mixing and Mingling" fundraiser for Le Chaînon
November 30, 2015 - November 30, 2015Planned, organized and executed a successful ($5,000) fundraising event for the women’s shelter Le Chaînon; drafted sponsorship requests, outreach to sponsors and coordination of donations; MC during the event.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Public Relations and Communications Management at McGill University
January 1, 2014 - June 1, 2016B.A Major in Print Journalism and a Minor in Spanish at Concordia University
August 1, 2006 - June 1, 2009Graduate Diploma in Public Relations and Communications Management at McGill University
January 1, 2014 - June 1, 2016B.A. Major in Print Journalism and a Minor in Spanish at Concordia University
August 1, 2006 - June 1, 2009Qualifications
First Aid Instructor - Canadian Red Cross
April 1, 2015 - April 1, 2017Cabin Safety Instructor - Sunwing Airlines
September 1, 2014 - September 1, 2017First Aid Instructor Certification - Canadian Red Cross
April 1, 2015 - April 1, 2017Industry Experience
Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization
Experience Level
Expert
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