Resume

For more details and my full employment and education history, please visit me on LinkedIn.

UBC Sexual Health Research Lab

Direct Studies Student - EMULATE - September 2023 - Present

This project explores the degree to which women find different types (computer-animated, live-action) of VR erotic stimuli acceptable and investigates their emotional reactions to each type of content. The findings of this study will be used to inform future VRE treatments of sexual concerns such as vaginismus.

This project involves collaboration and organization between many different stakeholders and collaborators, including Dr. David LaFortune (Université du Québec à Montréal), Dr Simon Dubé (Kinsey Institute, Indiana University), and the BC Children’s Hospital Digital Lab.

I work under the direction and supervision of Natalie Brown (PhD Student, UBC), and Dr. Lori Brotto (UBC, Women’s Health Research Institute).

Research Assistant- VIVID - February - September 2023

I performed and refined qualitative analysis of participant interviews. I worked with a team of 3 under the direction of Natalie Brown(PhD Student) and Dr. Lori Brotto(UBC, Women’s Health Research Institute).

Navigator - eSense and eSense Cancer - October 2022 - Present

I organize, communicate and meet with individual participants in order to support and educate them on basic skills of both cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness based therapy (MBT), which they are also learning through the eSense platform. I also attend periodic meetings to discuss therapeutic approach with fellow navigators within confines of our role. This project is under the supervision of Dr. Lori Brotto (UBC, Women’s Health Research Institute) and Dr. Kyle Stephenson (Xavier University).

Hootsuite

Online Education Specialist - November 2016 - Present

I designed, researched, and wrote specialized educational content for Hootsuite Academy– working with a team of motion graphic editors and LMS specialists to build best in class Online Education for Social Professionals.

I also interviewed diverse groups of subject matter experts, turning their knowledge into comprehensive videos that showcase software and marketing best practices. I helped to maintain a rigorous production schedule, and managed a stable of freelance writers who contributed to Hootsuite’s educational content.

QuickMobile

Client Services Consultant, Enablement and Training - March 2016 - November 2016

Worked directly with clients to develop customized training plans for their teams and deliver training on the QuickMobile platform via Webinar or in-person sessions. Delivered weekly internal training sessions and supported employee training and on-boarding.

Designed, scripted, recorded, and edited training videos and resource documents for the company’s help guide using Camtasia and Madcap Flare.

Apple

Creative - Trainer - October 2012 - March 2016

Translated technical concepts into easy to understand terms, working with empathy and care in challenging situations. Provided in-person training on the entire range of Apple's hardware and software in 30, 60, and 90 minute appointments, specializing in video editing and Final Cut Pro.

Trained in adult education and learning techniques through an exclusive onboarding course at Apple's headquarters in Cupertino, California.

Worked with Apple's Business team to facilitate customized training sessions to large and small companies on a variety of subjects including Film Production, Office Productivity, and Social Networking.

Organized and coordinated Apple's Field Trip program, involving communication with private and public schools to build curriculum that fit with their unique needs.

Pioneered a weekly internal training program, providing sessions on new products, training techniques, and software to a store of 100+ employees.

In March of 2016 I worked with Oakridge Centre and the Van Gogh Museum to design a course that integrated Van Gogh's painting style with modern technology. The curriculum I designed and implemented was rolled out in 27 sessions to over 600 students from across the Lower Mainland.

Apple

Technical Service Specialist - October 2011 - October 2012

Provided Technical Consultations - including device repair for iOS products - and customer training on Apple hardware and software.