Laura

Communications Specialist

Canada

I am a hard-working, motivated and responsible self-starter with a passion for writing and editing, and I have proven skills in relationship-building, working both independently and as part of a team. I am adaptable, reliable and punctual, with an ability to multi-task in fast-paced environments. My goal is to continue to hone my skills and grow as a communications and public relations professional.

Portfolio
The Future of PR
12/22/2015
PR program offers skills, friendships

This post is about my experience with the postgrad Corporate Communications and Public Relations program at Centennial College. When viewing this piece, click on the orange "Story Arts Centre" logo to see it in its entirety.

Centennial College Writing Assignment
10/27/2015
Paula Schnurr's untouchable Olympic memories

In my postgrad corporate communications and public relations program, I was tasked with writing a piece about an interesting, inspiring person. I chose to write about former Canadian 1,500 m record holder, Olympian and current McMaster Marauders track and cross country coach, Paula Schnurr.

The Silhouette
10/02/2014
Gabe "The Babe" Ghiglione

This feature story is about a charismatic, involved and successful athlete, fraternity member and person that had unconventional training methods. It was one of the most-viewed/read stories for The Silhouette in the 2014-2015 academic year.

The Silhouette
01/22/2014
Alexander The Great

One of my first human interest pieces about a successful hockey player turned volleyball star for the renowned McMaster Marauders men's volleyball team.

The Silhouette
11/06/2013
Darlington's Decision

This article is about a track and cross country prodigy that ditched his NCAA division 1 dreams and contract to run for the McMaster Marauders. The story got featured on the Canadian University Press Newswire in 2013.