I am a skilled artist and entertainment professional with a passion for art, storytelling, nature and self-discovery, expressed through my photography, videos and social content. I am recognized for my artistic talents, strong writing skills, resourcefulness, organizational abilities, and creative problem solving. I thrive on collaboration, adapting to fast-paced environments, and delivering engaging work that resonates with audiences. I lead with curiosity, combine creative vision with practical project management, and enjoy mentoring teams while maintaining a friendly and approachable presence across in-person, phone, and digital communications.

Lara Johnson Hamilton

I am a skilled artist and entertainment professional with a passion for art, storytelling, nature and self-discovery, expressed through my photography, videos and social content. I am recognized for my artistic talents, strong writing skills, resourcefulness, organizational abilities, and creative problem solving. I thrive on collaboration, adapting to fast-paced environments, and delivering engaging work that resonates with audiences. I lead with curiosity, combine creative vision with practical project management, and enjoy mentoring teams while maintaining a friendly and approachable presence across in-person, phone, and digital communications.

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I am a skilled artist and entertainment professional with a passion for art, storytelling, nature and self-discovery, expressed through my photography, videos and social content. I am recognized for my artistic talents, strong writing skills, resourcefulness, organizational abilities, and creative problem solving. I thrive on collaboration, adapting to fast-paced environments, and delivering engaging work that resonates with audiences.

I lead with curiosity, combine creative vision with practical project management, and enjoy mentoring teams while maintaining a friendly and approachable presence across in-person, phone, and digital communications.

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Experience Level

Expert

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Visual Artist / Photographer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2008 - Present
Self-taught fine artist creating custom original paintings for a variety of clients and private collectors; develops a keen eye for design and composition across styles and mediums.
Operations Manager & Social Media Copywriter at Parkdale Republic Inc.
January 1, 2025 - September 8, 2025
Collaborated directly with the CEO to manage systems, promotions and launches; developed new workflow systems to improve content production; managed multiple client accounts; served as key copywriter and editor for social media; handled customer service communications and technical support; organized team-building events and trainings.
Writer / Question Producer at Family Feud, Season 4 & 5 (CBC)
January 1, 2023 - September 8, 2025
Wrote fun, creative & clever questions; met strict weekly deadlines and quotas; ensured all content aligned with Family Feud voice and CBC standards; led live testing sessions with the public and CBC employees; collaborated in creative brainstorms with production executives.
Assistant to Executive Producers at Strays, S1 & Kim’s Convenience, S4 & 5 (CBC)
January 1, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Researched/recruited script consultants for story authenticity; worked with union agreements (ACTRA, NABET, IATSE, DGC, WGC) & CRTC deliverables; moderated CBC network table reads via Zoom; designed graphics, logos & creative signage; coordinated seminars on diversity, inclusion & equity in the workplace; managed calendars for four producers; packaged material for award submissions, meeting technical specifications.
Development Intern at Cameron Pictures Inc.
January 1, 2019 - September 8, 2025
Reviewed and provided coverage on pitch documents & creative material; produced original content for the company’s social media; participated in picture editing sessions with Executive Producers.
Editor at RTR Media | Coral Channel
January 1, 2019 - September 8, 2025
Edited DIY video content for YouTube channel and Instagram; collaborated with the creative producer to develop overall look and tone for each video; maintained brand image and voice.
Field Producer (Calgary) at Signal Films Inc.
January 1, 2017 - September 8, 2025
Led film crew in Calgary and Indigenous community shoots; conducted interviews including with Chief Lee Crowchild of the Tsuut’ina Nation.
Visual Artist/Photographer at Self
January 1, 2008 - Present
Self-taught fine artist creating custom original paintings for a variety of clients and private collectors. Develops compositions with a keen eye for design across multiple styles and mediums, managing commissions from concept through finished piece.
Operations Manager & Social Media Copywriter at Parkdale Republic Inc.
January 1, 2025 - September 8, 2025
Collaborated with the CEO to manage systems, promotions and launches; developed new workflow processes to improve content production and asset management; project managed multiple client accounts and led the creative/admin team; served as key copywriter and editor for multiple social media accounts; managed customer service communications and technical support; organized team-building events and trainings.
Writer / Question Producer at Family Feud, Season 4 & 5
January 1, 2023 - September 8, 2025
Wrote fun, creative and clever questions; met strict weekly deadlines and quotas; ensured content aligned with the Family Feud voice and CBC standards; led live testing sessions with the public and CBC employees; collaborated in creative brainstorms with production executives.
Assistant to Executive Producers at Strays, S1 & Kim’s Convenience, S4 & 5
January 1, 2022 - September 8, 2025
Researched and recruited script consultants for story authenticity; worked with union agreements (ACTRA, NABET, IASTSE, DGC, WGC) and CRTC deliverables; moderated CBC network table reads via Zoom; designed graphics, logos and signage; coordinated speaker and moderated seminars on diversity, inclusion and equity; managed calendars for four producers; packaged material for award submissions with multimedia assets.
Development Intern at Cameron Pictures Inc.
January 1, 2019 - September 8, 2025
Reviewed and provided coverage on pitch documents and creative material; produced original content for the company’s social media; attended and mentored in-picture editing sessions with Executive Producers.
Editor at RTR Media | Coral Channel
January 1, 2019 - September 8, 2025
Edited DIY video content for YouTube and Instagram; collaborated with a production team to develop the overall look and tone of each video; maintained brand image and voice across content.
Field Producer (Calgary) at Signal Films Inc.
January 1, 2017 - September 8, 2025
Led film crew in video shoots in Calgary and with Indigenous communities; produced and conducted interviews, including with Chief Lee Crowchild of the Tsuut’ina Nation.

Education

Certificate; Advanced Script to Screen at Centennial College
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Diploma; Canine Behavior Science & Technology (Mastery) at Companion Animal Sciences Institute
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Digital Photography I & II at Dundas Valley Art School
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Advanced Writing Conservatory Program at Second City
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Certificate at Centennial College
January 1, 2018 - September 8, 2025
Digital Photography I & II at Dundas Valley Art School
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Advanced Writing Conservatory Program at Second City
January 11, 2030 - September 8, 2025
Diploma (Mastery) Canine Behavior Science & Technology at Companion Animal Sciences Institute
January 1, 2024 - September 8, 2025

Qualifications

Dean’s Award, Academic Excellence
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
CME Awards: Honorable Mention, Long Comedy or Dramatic Category (Frankie Boy)
January 1, 2021 - September 8, 2025
Winner, Best of the Fringe – Lost and Found
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Advanced Script to Screen
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Diploma (Mastery) Canine Behavior Science & Technology
January 1, 2024 - September 8, 2025
Centennial College Dean’s Award, Academic Excellence
January 1, 2018 - September 8, 2025
CME Awards Honorable Mention: Frankie Boy
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet