Emily Britton
About Emily Britton
Emily Britton is a Communications Assistant at the Government of Canada, with a background in journalism and communications. She has experience in print publication design, social media communications, and public relations, and has worked with various organizations including Glue Magazine and Loblaw Companies Limited.
Work at Government of Canada
Emily Britton has been employed as a Communications Assistant at the Government of Canada since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for various communication tasks, including public relations and social media management. Her work supports the government's efforts to engage with the public and disseminate important information effectively.
Previous Experience in Communications
Prior to her current position, Emily worked at Glue Magazine, where she served as a Reporter for seven months and later as Design Editor for three months in 2019. Her responsibilities included writing articles and overseeing the design of print editions. Additionally, she contributed to the Ottawa Business Journal, enhancing her experience in journalism and communications.
Education and Expertise
Emily Britton studied at Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, where she earned a diploma in Journalism from 2018 to 2020 and a diploma in Medical Office Management/Administration from 2016 to 2018. She furthered her education at the University of Ottawa, obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from 2020 to 2022. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in communication strategies and media practices.
Skills in Design and Photography
Emily possesses skills in Adobe Creative Cloud software, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, and Audition. Her expertise extends to designing and publishing print editions of publications. Additionally, she has experience in DSLR photography, which complements her work in visual communications.
Experience in Retail and Personal Services
Before her career in communications, Emily worked at Loblaw Companies Limited as a Personal Shopper from 2015 to 2019 in the Ottawa area. This role involved providing customer service and managing shopping tasks, contributing to her overall skill set in client relations and service-oriented roles.