I am Olivia, a strategic communications professional with extensive experience supporting international sports organizations and higher education institutions. I specialize in messaging, brand identity, media relations, crisis communications, internal communications, and DEI initiatives. Fluent in English and French, with strong Spanish and basic Italian, I thrive in cross-cultural environments and excel at turning complex information into clear, simple and cohesive content. Currently I support the Fundamental Sciences President’s office at the Université de Lausanne. For 18 years, I worked at the International Equestrian Federation where I oversaw and created content for corporate and commercial publications, digital platforms and awards campaigns. I’m passionate about storytelling, mentoring teams, and delivering proactive communications programs that align with organizational values and measurable ROI. I enjoy coordinating video shoots, planning internal communications, and delivering engaging events and media training.

Olivia Robinson Gordon

I am Olivia, a strategic communications professional with extensive experience supporting international sports organizations and higher education institutions. I specialize in messaging, brand identity, media relations, crisis communications, internal communications, and DEI initiatives. Fluent in English and French, with strong Spanish and basic Italian, I thrive in cross-cultural environments and excel at turning complex information into clear, simple and cohesive content. Currently I support the Fundamental Sciences President’s office at the Université de Lausanne. For 18 years, I worked at the International Equestrian Federation where I oversaw and created content for corporate and commercial publications, digital platforms and awards campaigns. I’m passionate about storytelling, mentoring teams, and delivering proactive communications programs that align with organizational values and measurable ROI. I enjoy coordinating video shoots, planning internal communications, and delivering engaging events and media training.

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I am Olivia, a strategic communications professional with extensive experience supporting international sports organizations and higher education institutions. I specialize in messaging, brand identity, media relations, crisis communications, internal communications, and DEI initiatives. Fluent in English and French, with strong Spanish and basic Italian, I thrive in cross-cultural environments and excel at turning complex information into clear, simple and cohesive content.

Currently I support the Fundamental Sciences President’s office at the Université de Lausanne. For 18 years, I worked at the International Equestrian Federation where I oversaw and created content for corporate and commercial publications, digital platforms and awards campaigns. I’m passionate about storytelling, mentoring teams, and delivering proactive communications programs that align with organizational values and measurable ROI. I enjoy coordinating video shoots, planning internal communications, and delivering engaging events and media training.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Assistant to the President, Fundamental Sciences Section (SFF) & Vice Dean at Université de Lausanne
January 1, 2025 - Present
Administrative & organisational support; Internal Communications, messaging, minutes and planning with key Faculty members and Department Directors.
Communications Director at Fédération Equestre Internationale
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Communications to Stakeholders, Media, Industry Experts & Sponsors; Engagement & Awareness of Corporate Values; Reputation Management, promotion DEI; Crisis Communications Response; Media Operations for major events including multisport: Olympic & Paralympic Games, Youth Olympic Games; Design & Delivery of Awards Campaign & Red-Carpet Gala; Media Monitoring & in-depth analysis to evaluate ROI; Media Training for all key FEI Representatives.
Assistant to the Technical & Development Director at Fédération Internationale de Volleyball
January 1, 2006 - July 1, 2006
Support and administration for all development programmes and courses around the world; Review & update of educational manuals (editorial and content structure); Preparation of reports and presentations for the Technical Director; Minute taking & correspondence (English, French, Spanish); Creation of questionnaires for data analysis; Support to special development projects.
Communications Senior Manager at Fédération Equestre Internationale
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2020
FEI Publications & Newsletters (print & digital); Design & Development of SoMe & digital corporate platforms; Development & Management of photo databases; Creative Lead on all corporate & values-based campaigns; Speech writing for top Executives; Content Creation for all formats.
Freelance Translator & Summer Camps Counsellor at Self-employed
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2005
Translation work: predominantly French-English translation for wildlife & environmental documentaries; Summer Camps: Assistant to the Camp Director, and Arts & Crafts Specialist in residential camps with up to 150 international children aged 7 to 15.
Volunteer – Wild Animal Rehabilitation at Comunidad Inti Wara Yassi
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Bolivian NGO dedicated to raising awareness for environmental issues; role included rehabilitation and care of monkeys, assisting with tours to raise donations, and supporting volunteers.

Education

Master of Arts (MA) Translation French/Spanish/English at Dublin City University, Ireland
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Graduate Diploma Translation Studies at Dublin City University, Ireland
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Sociology & Archaeology at Sydney University, Australia
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
Philosophy Course (Distinction) at University of New England, Australia
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995

Qualifications

Master of Arts (MA) Translation French/Spanish/English
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Graduate Diploma Translation Studies
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA) Sociology & Archaeology
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999
Philosophy Course (Distinction)
January 1, 1995 - January 1, 1995

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Other