Ashley McCorriston

Education

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  McMaster University

  2008 - 2011

  Bachelor of Arts Labour Studies

  Activities and Societies: McMaster Social Sciences Society - Welcome Week Rep, Horizons Leadership Conference Delegate

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  Centennial College

  2011 - 2012

  Post-Graduate Certificate Corporate Communications & Public Relations

  Activities and Societies: Successfully planned and executed a charity event, "Pack Up Hunger", raising over $1500 in support of Blessings in a Backpack. Developed communications plans, staged news conferences and formal presentations, conducted interviews, wrote news stories. Developed good working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign. Experience developing project descriptions and scope, critical paths, budgets, and other project management experience. Strong knowledge of the Canadian Press Style Guide. I have established a thorough understanding of effective PR practices, and have experience with a multitude of… Show more Developed communications plans, staged news conferences and formal presentations, conducted interviews, wrote news stories. Developed good working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign. Experience developing project descriptions and scope, critical paths, budgets, and other project management experience. Strong knowledge of the Canadian Press Style Guide. I have established a thorough understanding of effective PR practices, and have experience with a multitude of communications tools and outlets, ranging from traditional to on-line and social media. Show less