Matthew Akot

I'm a recent graduate from the University of Guelph-Humber in Media and Communications Studies. I'm a strong writer and communicator eager to begin my career in public relations.

May 2019 – August 2019        Strut Entertainment                                                               Toronto, Ontario

Public Relations Field Placement 

• Draft written documents (press releases, media advisories, pitches etc.)
• Publicity work for clients
• Research
• Event planning
• Media monitoring
• Attended media appearances.

January 2018 – April 2018         Habitat for Humanity                                   Ajax, Ontario

Public Relations Field Placement 

• Create promotional material.
• Post on social media websites.

September 2020- 2023            University of Guelph-Humber                                 Toronto, Ontario

• Honours Bachelors of Applied Arts – Media Studies – with Distinction
  • Emphasis on public relations
  • Emerge Non-profit media campaign – Alzheimer’s Society of Ontario

March 2019                                              The Social School                                                                    Calgary, Alberta

• Public Relations Certificate
  • Courses: Modern PR, Storytelling, Media Relations, Lifecycle Marketing & PR
  • Online Certificate

September 2016 – August 2019            Durham College                                 Oshawa, Ontario

• Public Relations Advanced Diploma
  • GPA: 4.0/5.0
  • Class trip planning committee - Administrative Assistant.
  • Reflections Magazine Fall Issue – Art Director.
  • Took courses in business writing, research, digital photography, electronic publication, and media relations.