Hi, I'm Kate, a strategic and performance-driven Social Media Manager with over 15 years of experience in crafting content strategies, storytelling, and leading digital campaigns across various sectors including government, media, education, and tech. I love building online communities and increasing brand engagement through both organic and paid social strategies. I'm also certified as a Scrum Master and Product Owner, which helps me work efficiently in agile teams and lead projects smoothly, even in remote settings. Outside of work, I founded a non-profit that I continue to grow through digital marketing and event planning. I'm passionate about collaboration, analytics, and making meaningful connections through social media.

Kate Ruscito

Hi, I'm Kate, a strategic and performance-driven Social Media Manager with over 15 years of experience in crafting content strategies, storytelling, and leading digital campaigns across various sectors including government, media, education, and tech. I love building online communities and increasing brand engagement through both organic and paid social strategies. I'm also certified as a Scrum Master and Product Owner, which helps me work efficiently in agile teams and lead projects smoothly, even in remote settings. Outside of work, I founded a non-profit that I continue to grow through digital marketing and event planning. I'm passionate about collaboration, analytics, and making meaningful connections through social media.

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Hi, I’m Kate, a strategic and performance-driven Social Media Manager with over 15 years of experience in crafting content strategies, storytelling, and leading digital campaigns across various sectors including government, media, education, and tech. I love building online communities and increasing brand engagement through both organic and paid social strategies.

I’m also certified as a Scrum Master and Product Owner, which helps me work efficiently in agile teams and lead projects smoothly, even in remote settings. Outside of work, I founded a non-profit that I continue to grow through digital marketing and event planning. I’m passionate about collaboration, analytics, and making meaningful connections through social media.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Marketing Manager and Communications at Fencecore
September 1, 2024 - June 19, 2024
Built a social media strategy across LinkedIn and Google, increasing total engagement by 750%. Led brand voice development and editorial planning aligned with marketing and sales objectives. Created platform-specific content for lead generation and brand awareness. Monitored social performance using Google Analytics, adjusting strategy based on data insights. Managed paid and organic campaigns targeting IT decision-makers in Canada and the US.
Marketing Manager and Communications at Fencecore
September 1, 2024 - June 15, 2024
Built a social media strategy across LinkedIn and Google, increasing total engagement by 750%. Led brand voice development and editorial planning aligned with marketing and sales objectives. Created platform-specific content for lead generation and brand awareness. Monitored social performance using Google Analytics and adjusted strategies based on insights. Managed paid and organic campaigns targeting IT decision-makers in Canada and the US.
Marketing Manager and Communications at Fencecore
September 1, 2024 - June 18, 2024
Built a social media strategy across LinkedIn and Google, increasing total engagement by 750%. Led brand voice development and editorial planning aligned with marketing and sales objectives. Created platform-specific content for lead generation and brand awareness. Monitored social performance using Google Analytics, adjusting strategy based on data insights. Managed paid and organic campaigns targeting IT decision-makers in Canada and the US.
Founder & Marketing/Event Strategist at G.A.M.E - Guilde D’Aventurier de Montréal et Environs
October 1, 2019 - June 19, 2024
Built and scaled a non-profit organization through grassroots marketing and event coordination. Partnered with and organized Montreal Comiccon which sees over 50,000 people a year. Created digital campaigns to promote charity events, driving community engagement. Managed remote teams, trained volunteers, and negotiated partnerships with local vendors.
Founder & Marketing/Event Strategist at G.A.M.E - Guilde D’Aventurier de Montréal et Environs
October 1, 2019 - June 15, 2024
Built and scaled a non-profit organization through grassroots marketing and event coordination. Partnered with and organized Montreal Comiccon which sees over 50,000 attendees annually. Created digital campaigns to promote charity events and drove community engagement. Managed remote teams, trained volunteers, and negotiated partnerships with local vendors.
Founder & Marketing/Event Strategist at G.A.M.E - Guilde D’Aventurier de Montréal et Environs
October 1, 2019 - June 18, 2024
Built and scaled a non-profit organization through grassroots marketing and event coordination. Partnered with and organized Montreal Comiccon which sees over 50,000 people a year. Created digital campaigns to promote charity events, driving community engagement. Managed remote teams, trained volunteers, and negotiated partnerships with local vendors.
Digital Marketer & Communications Strategist at National Film Board of Canada – Education Division
October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2024
Directed cross-platform social media strategy for content and products in the education space. Created daily content for META, LinkedIn, and X, with audience-specific messaging. Launched paid campaigns that increased educator engagement by 400%. Implemented analytics reporting structures, monthly dashboards, and agile marketing sprints.
Digital Marketer & Communications Strategist at National Film Board of Canada – Education Division
October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2024
Directed cross-platform social media strategy for content and products in the education space. Created daily content for META, LinkedIn, and X with audience-specific messaging. Launched paid campaigns that increased educator engagement by 400%. Implemented analytics reporting structures, monthly dashboards, and agile marketing sprints.
Digital Marketer & Communications Strategist at National Film Board of Canada – Education Division
October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2024
Directed cross-platform social media strategy for content and products in the education space. Created daily content for META, LinkedIn, and X, with audience-specific messaging. Launched paid campaigns that increased educator engagement by 400%. Implemented analytics reporting structures, monthly dashboards, and agile marketing sprints.
Social Media Strategist & Digital Marketer at National Film Board of Canada
February 1, 2016 - October 1, 2018
Managed over 150 campaigns annually, including film launches and national awareness campaigns. Oversaw community engagement, content calendars, and platform analytics reporting. Partnered with internal and external creators to ensure consistent brand messaging.
Social Media Strategist & Digital Marketer at National Film Board of Canada
February 1, 2016 - October 1, 2018
Managed 150+ campaigns annually, including film launches and national awareness campaigns. Oversaw community engagement, content calendars, and platform analytics reporting. Partnered with internal and external creators to ensure consistent brand messaging.
Social Media Strategist & Digital Marketer at National Film Board of Canada
February 1, 2016 - October 1, 2018
Managed 150+ campaigns annually, including film launches and national awareness campaigns. Oversaw community engagement, content calendars, and platform analytics reporting. Partnered with internal and external creators to ensure consistent brand messaging.
Head of Social Media Strategy (Interim) at National Film Board of Canada
June 1, 2015 - November 30, 2015
Directed brand-wide content strategy and marketing execution for major Canadian film festivals. Coordinated internal communications and cross-platform marketing rollouts.
Head of Social Media Strategy (Interim) at National Film Board of Canada
June 1, 2015 - November 1, 2015
Directed brand-wide content strategy and marketing execution for major Canadian film festivals. Coordinated internal communications and cross-platform marketing rollouts.
Head of Social Media Strategy (Interim) at National Film Board of Canada
June 1, 2015 - November 30, 2015
Directed brand-wide content strategy and marketing execution for major Canadian film festivals. Coordinated internal communications and cross-platform marketing rollouts.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at McGill University
September 1, 2005 - May 31, 2009
Bachelor of Arts at McGill University
January 1, 2005 - May 1, 2009
Bachelor of Arts at McGill University
September 1, 2005 - May 31, 2009

Qualifications

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025
Certified Product Owner (CSPO)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025
META Ads Certified
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025
Google Ads Certified
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025
LinkedIn Ads Certified
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025
Google Analytics Certified
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025
Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
META Ads Certified
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Google Ads Certified
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
LinkedIn Ads Certified
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Google Analytics Certified
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023
Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025
Certified Product Owner (CSPO)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025
META Ads Certified
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025
Google Ads Certified
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025
LinkedIn Ads Certified
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025
Google Analytics Certified
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet