Matthew Shaw

I am a post-graduate student with a background in Communications and Psychology, specializing in interactive media. I have a passion for the field of video and strive to continually learn and improve upon my videography and editing skills. My education and work history have provided me with experience in digital content creation. Over the years I have produced various digital assets in graphical, video, and written forms. Additionally, I have developed skills in content branding, social media management, and event planning. I am proficient in the use of the Adobe Creative Cloud suite, Canva, Wix, and WordPress.

I have written, designed, and produced content tailored for educational institutions and organizations. Furthermore, I have published, monitored, and moderated content across a variety of social media platforms. My studies in communication help me understand optimal ways to communicate ideas, while my specialization in digital media aids in my ability to convey information in a simplified and aesthetic manner.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Algonquin College - IMM
Team Lead, Videographer, and Video Editor
January 2023 – April 2023 | Ottawa, ON
* Created educational videos and an interactive PDF to illustrate crucial topics for future students of Algonquin’s IMM program.
* Communicated key ideas between the client, the program coordinator, and my team.
* Executed all filming, editing, and animation, while utilizing various rigs, lighting, and audio equipment.
* Presented final project at conference and received extremely positive reviews.

Hydro Ottawa                                                                                       
Digital Content Advisor, Head of Student Committee 
May 2021 ~ August 2022 | Ottawa, ON
* Lead a major summer project where a recruitment video was produced to highlight student experiences, and the benefits of working at Hydro Ottawa.
* Designed promotional material that aided in the advertisement of internal events. 
* Organized and hosted a ‘Summer Student Competition’ which helped build rapport between new hires. 
* Updated the company intranet with new graphics and daily articles.

Centre for Student Academic Support (CSAS)                
Team Lead and Facilitator
August 2020 – April 2022 | Ottawa, ON          
* Furthered Carleton first-year students’ knowledge of lecture material using various digital mediums.
* Created activities that helped clarify key concepts covered in lectures, scheduled, and hosted weekly seminars, and produced digital worksheets that were released through weekly email updates. 
* Managed a team of facilitators and was the primary point of contact between the team and upper staff.
* Hosted weekly meetings to check in with the team and troubleshoot issues, conducted performance reviews, and aided with the training process by hosting informative presentations for new staff.

Communications Undergraduate Student Society (CUSS)     
VP of Communications, Year Representative
September 2019 ~ April 2021 | Ottawa, ON
* Enhanced CUSS’s brand awareness through engaging digital media and a prominent online presence.
* Handled public relations, including the management of all socials, and the moderation of the team website.
* Redesigned the team’s website, allowing easier access to the club’s vital online resources.
* Collaborated with the VP of special events to help coordinate and promote various networking opportunities.
* Presented speeches in front of large audiences to help increase interest and engagement in events.

EDUCATION 

Algonquin College | Ottawa, ON                                                    
Interactive Media Management Diploma              
* Deans’ Honour List 2022/2023.
* Completed diploma with a 92.9% average.
* Selected as team lead for major client project.
* Worked closely with program coordinator to create new informational material.
                   
Carleton University | Ottawa, ON                                              
Communication and Media Studies B.A. Combined Honours              
* Deans’ Honour List 2020/2021 & 2021/2022. 
* Graduated with distinction (10.86 CGPA).
* Presented thesis research at the Carleton CGC Conference.
* Was an active member of the Communications Undergraduate Student Society.
* Worked to raise awareness of mental health services as a member of the Mental Health Champions (MHC) club.