nicholas rudiak

* Assisted in imagery intake and quality assurance, including seeking approvals from appropriate stakeholders. * Assisted in distribution of imagery and content on the Canadian Forces Combat Camera website and social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Flickr, Vimeo) in order to maintain and increase our large (50,000+ users) following. * Developed and coordinated a long-term cross-platform social media strategy in conjunction with a larger team, including preparing materials, making posts, and gathering/analyzing user data. * Delivered media content and contextual information (communication plans, monthly newsletter, media packages) to internal and external media partners. * Created compelling content using archived imagery and Adobe Creative Suite.

* Responsible for attending and assisting in lectures/discussion groups for COMS 3001 (Qualitative Research Methods), COMS 3410 (Visual Media and Communication), and COMS 3406 (Media Audiences and Users). * Responsible for attending preparatory meetings with the professor and learning/acquiring lecture materials. * Assist in meeting with students and grading assignments/exams.

* Elected Co-VP of the University of Ottawa English Improv Troupe in September, 2009. * Responsible for all aspects related to promotion of the club outside of the university, including media promotion, networking with other groups, and setting up shows around Ottawa. * Arranged for free transportation and accommodation for out of town shows (most prominently McGill Improv Summit). * Created media connections which led to features in The Fulcrum (University of Ottawa’s English language newspaper), Metro, and the Ottawa Sun. * Created and maintained strong social media presence on both Facebook and Twitter.

* Responsible for the proper processing and distribution of patent and trademark files. * Gained a high level of understanding of Intellectual Property law procedure, both in relation to client and government correspondence. * Assisted in maintaining file storage and supervising entry-level employees to ensure they are performing their tasks in an efficient and effective manner. * Developed SOPs and training materials for incoming employees.

* Fostered and maintained a high level of customer service skills * Assisted customers with any questions or concerns about the store/stock * Maintained clean and safe environment within the store * Assisted in supervisor duties and helped train new cashiers and packers.

Currently enrolled in a 4 year Honours BA Program in Communications, with expected graduation date of June 2016, - My Goal is to pursue a Master's Degree in Communications, beginning September 2016. - Primary interests include advertising, marketing, media practices and practitioners and their effect on underprivileged/under-represented communities within Canada - I earned a position on the Dean's list for my high GPA during the 2014-2015 academic year. - I was also the recipient of the Murdoch Maxwell MacOdrum Scholarship (Carleton University), worth $750.00

From 2007-2011 I was enrolled in an Honours BA program at University of Ottawa, majoring in English Literature and minoring in Theatrical Studies. - Primary literary focus: Elizabethan Drama and Early Modern Fiction. - Primary theatrical focus: Back of House crew work - set construction, lighting, sound design, etc. Activities and Societies: - 2007-2011 - Member, VP External (elected 2009-2011): University of Ottawa's English Improv Troupe (MI-6) - 2009-2011 - Sporadic crew work with several theatrical productions: Restoration (2008), Someone is Going to Come (2009) - 2009-2011 - Part-time contributor: The Fulcrum, University of Ottawa's English language newspaper