Samantha Flynn

56 Jacob Lane, Unit 407

Halifax, N.S. B3M 0H5
(902) 219-2118
samanthaflynn3@gmail.com

Education
Bachelor of Public Relations (Co-operative Education)
Mount Saint Vincent University

September 2012 Present

Halifax, N.S.

Bachelor of Arts (French)

Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN)

January 2011 April 2012

St. Johns, N.L.

High School Diploma

Gonzaga Regional High School

September 2007 June 2010

St. Johns, N.L.

Public Relations Work Experience

Junior Communications Officer (Co-op Term II & III)
January 2015 Present
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Halifax, N.S.
Wrote news releases, media advisories, speeches, backgrounders, project client summaries,
invitations and scenarios
Prepared briefing books for Ministers and Members of Parliament
Organized federal funding announcement logistics, liaising with internal and external clients including
businesses, government and media
Provided onsite communications support and interacted with the media during news conference
events
Conducted media calls to develop a nationwide media list used by the Agency to distribute
information externally
Facilitated internal communications within the Agency by creating feature stories, writing email
updates and uploading content to the Agencys intranet and public-facing sites
Compiled social media analytics for major news outlets, such as the Chronicle Herald and the
Canadian Broadcast Corporation (CBC)
Developed a strong understanding of the federal governments mandate and policies
Public Relations and Communications Assistant (Co-op Term I)
May August 2014
Eastern Health
St. Johns, N.L.
Prepared speaking notes for the CEO of Eastern Health
Developed social media for the organizations online platforms
Assisted with planning special events, including event promotion and on-site set-up
Tracked media coverage related to the organization, with a view to analyzing the effectiveness of key
messages and overall coverage
Provided input into the communications planning process of various issues, including working with
graphic designers to develop a range of communication materials
Assisted with media relations activities, such as preparing media responses, developing proactive
media lines for potential issues, conducting interviews, and drafting news releases/ media advisories
Prepared content for the organizations website
Promotions and Special Events Coordinator
September 2013 April 2014
Mount Saint Vincent Universitys Athletics and Recreation Department
Halifax, N.S.
Developed and posted content on the departments social media sites
Expanded and executed promotional ideas for special events
Designed and produced promotional flyers, posters and newsletters using Microsoft Publisher
Used professional photography equipment during events
Communicated with various university departments and societies regarding events
Designed a database using Microsoft Excel

Samantha Flynn

(902) 219-2118

samanthaflynn3@gmail.com

Additional Work Experience

Brand Ambassador
May 2013 September 2014
Mosaic Sales Solutions
Halifax, N.S.
Completed Serve Right certification program
Executed promotional displays for local organizations and special events
Communicated and engaged with consumers while delivering key messages and marketing
company products with the objective to increase sales
Monitored sales and maintained accurate shift reports
Worked independently, as a part of a team, and alongside management and staff of other
organizations

Committees
Recreation Society (Vice President)
Mount Saint Vincent University
Public Relations Society (Social Media Coordinator)
Mount Saint Vincent University

September 2013 Present

Halifax, N.S.
September 2014 January 2015
Halifax, N.S.

Community Involvement
Volunteer, Janeway Telethon
Eastern Health
Volunteer, Animal Care Assistant
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA)

June 2014
St. Johns, N.L.
May August 2014
St. Johns, N.L.

Participant, Relay for Life

Canadian Cancer Society

March 2013
Halifax, N.S.

Volunteer, Girls Conference

Mount Saint Vincent University

March 2013
Halifax, N.S.

Achievements
Exceptional Service Award (Co-Curricular Recognition Program)
Mount Saint Vincent University
Deans List
Mount Saint Vincent University
Margret Ellis Award (Co-Curricular Recognition Program)
Mount Saint Vincent University

March 2015
Halifax, N.S.
September 2014
Halifax, N.S.
March 2014
Halifax, N.S.

Samantha Flynn
56 Jacob Lane, Unit 407
Halifax, N.S. B3M 0H5
(902) 219-2118
samanthaflynn3@gmail.com

References
References are available upon request.