Julie Samaras

About

Name: Julie SamarasQualifications: Bachelor of Communications (University of Canberra), ACT Driver Licence (class C), Working With Vulnerable People registrationAwards: Herbert Burton Medal 2002 (University of Canberra)My key strengths are my communication skills, both written and interpersonal, creativity, and operational skills that have enabled me to meet hard deadlines every week for the past 15 years.During this time, I have also managed an editorial team of journalists and photographers to produce interesting, factually correct content for a weekly print magazine, daily website and social media accounts.As well as leading a productive, tight-knit team, I enjoy close and positive working relationships with other managers and colleagues in all areas of the organisation, including advertising, design, marketing, delivery, and administration. I am both self-motivated and a team player.I am highly motivated to complete tasks and to find creative solutions to any issues that arise.To keep my technical skills up to date and relevant, I have undertaken training in Wordpress and Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) that underpin our organisation’s news and content website.I have extensive experience working in communications in the private business, university, and public service sectors, as well as a strong work ethic and positive attitude.On weekends, I volunteer at Lifeline Canberra’s bookshop (and triannual bookfairs), where I work to direction as part of a team, on checkout, displays, restocking shelves, and customer enquiries. I enjoy positive interactions with the managers, other volunteers, and throngs of customers, which is further enhancing my interpersonal skills.I also volunteer with Mentor Walks Canberra, which supports women in their careers through a monthly walk in the outdoors combined with knowledge exchange. In my spare time I enjoy bushwalking, reading (especially Australian literature), and attending live arts and entertainment events around town.