Michelle Thomas García

Experience

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  CNRL

  May 2008 - Aug 2008

  Document Controller - Summer student

  • Designing the engineering documents database using Documentum, DocLoader, EE3 and Excel in collaboration with two documentation leads assigned to the Hydrotreatment-Horizon Project• Developing written procedures for the organization and management of engineering documents

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  101.5 Energy FM

  Feb 2009 - Apr 2009

  Student Intern

  • Promoting Energy 101.5 in interactive community events• Completing all promotional paperwork in a timely manner• Providing support to the accounting department by filling all necessary paperwork in regards of the promotions department

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  Rawlco Radio

  Apr 2009 - Jul 2009

  Street Team member

  • Designing, preparing and setting up radio remotes to broadcast live promotional content• Creating and developing promotional material and campaigns through interactive events to promote the radio station

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  Mount Royal University

  Sept 2010 - Apr 2012

  Teacher Assistant for 1st year Journalism

  • Providing academic assistance to journalism instructors in the teaching of editing techniques in Final Cut Express• Delivering filming techniques classes and coaching students in the development of audio -visual projects

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  Students’ Association of Mount Royal University (SAMRU)

  Dec 2010 - May 2012

  Videographer/Producer/ Editor/ Photographer

  • Assisting the communication manager in the creation of video and photography production plans• Producing video (from concept till implementation) to promote the vision, mission and communication strategies of the Student Association

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  Chelita Media Inc.

  Jan 2012 - Mar 2016

  Audiovisual Marketing and Communication Specialist

  • Developing and implementing social media strategy for different organizations• Producing and designing two (2) commercials for WoodAutomotive Group for showcasing on social media channels and the company website• Production assisting for a Bayer pharmaceuticals TV commercial• Producing videos and photos for small businesses such as dance academies, restaurants and professional kitchens• Producing videos of weddings and family events• Completing professional photography for Linkedin, family portraits, wedding, family and corporate events• Video production of weddings and family events• Professional photography for Linkedin, family portraits, wedding, family and corporate events. Show less

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  ATCO Structures & Logistics

  May 2013 - Aug 2014

  • Creating content for the ATCO Structure and Logistics’ intranet• Providing technical support for the IT department in the creation of a virtual library to archive and locate photographs and videos• Designing multimedia material for different departments, to be highlighted the video production of the Financial and Retirement Plans• Translating and editing (English – Spanish, Spanish – English) of marketing material for use in the Chile and Houston offices• Providing photo and video coverage of events and internal campaigns Show less • Assisting the marketing manager in the conceptual preparation of audio-visual projects• Filming, producing, editing and managing video projects for the Human Resources department.• Creating the new employee onboarding video• Providing technical assistance in the definition and procurement of video and photo equipment for the marketing and communication department• Providing pre-production and production expertise and editing of two promotional videos for Creeburn and Barge Lake Lodge (the Creeburn Lake Lodge video was presented at the MarCom Awards in 2013 and was awarded Honourable Mention for Video/ Film/ Marketing Product/ Marketing or Service category)• Providing photo coverage of internal and external events in support to the Public Relations Department Show less

  • Marketing Coordinator (Contract)

    Jan 2014 - Aug 2014

  • Videographer (Contract)

    May 2013 - Dec 2013
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  Mount Royal University

  Apr 2016 - Oct 2016

  • Providing technical support and coaching to students on ten (10) video projects• Providing technical support to the Faculty of Communications’ teachers in the design of lab programs• Troubleshooting and providing technical support – software and hardware – for the video production and edition courses• Developing the induction program for the Video Production Course – work ethic, roles and responsibilities, cost and maintenance of production equipment• Analysing, selecting and testing video production software for the broadcasting program• Recruiting, selecting and supervising personnel in charge of the video and photography equipment loans• Designing the loan and maintenance plan for the video and photo equipment by using the software CheckFront Show less

  • Broadcasting Lab Instructor

    Oct 2016 - Oct 2016

  • Head, Video Production

    Apr 2016 - Oct 2016
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  Mateo&co

  Feb 2017 - May 2017

  Marketing Communications Specialist - Short Term Contract

  • Contributing to the development of strategic objectives aligned with the marketing calendar• Creating content and press release writing in English and Spanish for national and international media outlets• Strategic planning, executing of events and community managing for Picsa restaurant• Creating and Implementing short and long-term communication strategies• Official translating of marketing plans and collateral material for Michelin star chefs• Producing (including postproduction) HD promotional videos for restaurants Show less

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  Freelance Marketing and Creative Services

  Jun 2017 - May 2018

  Freelance Marketing & Audiovisual Advisor

  • Developing and implementing audiovisual strategies as well as community managing in collaboration with Mateo & CO for Santerra’s restaurant in order to achieve the effective consolidation of its digital reputation• Generating content or blogs• Community managing and branding for a cybersecurity company• Shooting and producing promotional photos and videos for small businesses (dance academies, restaurants and professional kitchens)• Producing video and photos for weddings, engagements and family events worldwide• Taking professional headshots for Linkedin and corporate institutions• Providing audiovisual support for the entrepreneurial campaign “Ykile” – Spanish yoga clothing line Show less

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  Antojos Araguaney

  Apr 2018 - May 2019

  Communications and Marketing Coordinator

  • Responsible for creating and producing social media promotional content.• Interaction with media outlets and developing of written material for media usage.• In charge of events and designing of audio-visual material as well as sponsorships for national and international artists.• Coordinate with key contacts for implementation and communication of sales promotions and marketing programs and projects from concept development to finished product, including development of marketing collateral such as direct mailers, brochures, flyers, catalog pages, food labels and packaging.• Responsible for launching campaigns of new products and A&C management. Show less

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  Oceana

  Oct 2019 - Dec 2019

  Social Media Specialist (short-term contract)

  • Developed social media strategy for Oceana Europe• Responsible for creating and producing social media content - videos and engaging posts • Analysed data from Sprout Social and created reports • Proofread press releases prior their publication • Assisted in the creation of Oceana Europe blue forest exhibit at COP25 in Madrid• Created communications campaign for EU TAC´s in Brussels • Produced monthly newsletter in English and Spanish

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  Siemens Gamesa

  Jan 2020 - now

  • Learning Delivery Manager

    Apr 2022 - now

  • Communications and Change Management Technician

    Jan 2020 - Apr 2022