Portfolio Highlights
A selection of projects showcasing my communications work.
CCS Recognition Awards
Spearheaded an all-original digital media campaign recognizing recipients of the 2025 CCS recognition awards, including rich digital imagery/video and supporting comms for SOME and mailings.
CCC 2025 - Quebec City
Provided critical support both on-site and in preparation for the 2025 Canadian Cardiovascular Congress.
Audrey's Star Charity Campaign
The greatest honour of my time with the Algonquin College Public Relations program — The Audrey's Star charity campaign was what rekindled my love for non-profit and community work. Serving as Executive Board Treasurer and Event Lead, our student-run team raised $25,000 in support of the Roger Neilson Children's Hospice in Ottawa.
Experience
Hi, I'm Andrew.
I’m a recent graduate of the Algonquin College Public Relations program, and have spent my time since May 2025 further developing my skills as a communications specialist with the Canadian Cardiovascular Society. With 3 years of combined experience, I’m confident in my abilities and excited to apply myself in my next role.
Professional
Canadian Cardiovascular Society (CCS) — Ottawa, ON
Communications Coordinator | July 2025 – January 2026
Public Relations Intern | May 2025 – July 2025
● Supported national healthcare programs as part of a close-knit, 3 person communications team.
● Planned and executed multi-channel campaigns through email, web, and social media. Focused on professional development, clinical guidelines, and knowledge translation.
● Managed The CCS Pulse newsletter, coordinating cross-departmental content and monitoring analytics through ConstantContact.
● Collaborated with the CCS journal team to promote new peer-reviewed publications.
● Contributed to the planning and promotion of the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress, managed event logistics, and engaged directly with members.
● Compiled analytics reports using GA4, Hootsuite, Fedica, and email metrics to inform strategy.
Tools: WordPress, GA4, ConstantContact, Hootsuite, Fedica, ClickUp, Canva, Adobe CC, Microsoft 365
ReVive Health Solutions — Kanata, ON
Medical Administrator | June 2024 – January 2025
● Managed patient and internal communications for a busy multi-specialty clinic.
● Scheduled appointments, coordinated outreach, maintained correspondence, and ensured accurate, compliant documentation.
Education
Algonquin College - Ottawa, ON
Public Relations Diploma (Diploma, Graduated) | 2025
Computer Systems Technician – Networking (Diploma, Level 3) | 2023
● Completed practical training in media relations, campaign planning, crisis communications, stakeholder engagement, and audience-specific writing.
● Designed and implemented both simulated and real-world PR campaigns, including press releases, media pitches, social strategies, event communications, and post-campaign analysis.
● Applied these skills in healthcare, nonprofit, and community settings with a focus on accuracy, ethics, and audience needs.
