My Story

Despite the cliché, writing and art really have been my lifelong passions. Throughout high school and university, I bounced between these two, seemingly separate worlds. That's until I discovered the field of art history, a place where I could do both!

 

After dipping my toes into a few senior art history classes, I decided to pursue a Master of Art History. Towards the end of my studies, I completed a work placement at a community-owned arts organization in Nunavut, with marketing offices here, in Toronto. I had a pretty good idea about how the arts sector worked, but this was my first time working on the inside of an arts organization.

 

This experience helped me see how integral marketing and communications are to organizations in the arts and non-profit sectors. These organizations empower artists and the arts, serving as important hubs for community, culture, and connection.

With a revitalized sense of purpose, I decided to pursue a career in the arts and non-profit sectors. I rolled up my sleeves and got to work. For the following three years, I worked in overlapping areas, including: non-profit, theatre, education, and Indigenous organizations.

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Copywriting, grants, reports, email campaigns, and social media strategy were fuelled by my belief in the organizations I worked with. Writing and art had come together for me once again!