Percy Sherwood
About Percy Sherwood
Percy Sherwood is a Communications Officer currently employed by the Government of Canada and a Research Assistant at Western University. He holds a PhD from Western University and has extensive experience in communications, research, and journalism.
Work at Government of Canada
Percy Sherwood has been serving as a Communications Officer at the Government of Canada since 2020. In this role, he prepares recommendations for the redesign of government websites, collaborating with various teams and official spokespeople. He also develops briefing materials to support senior executives for parliamentary committees and meetings. His work contributes to effective communication strategies within the government.
Education and Expertise
Percy Sherwood holds a PhD from Western University, where he studied in the Faculty of Information and Media Studies from 2018 to 2023. He also completed a Master of Media in Journalism & Communication at Western University from 2017 to 2018, and a Master of Arts in Political Science from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he studied at the University of Cambridge, completing the International Security and Intelligence Program in 2019. His educational background supports his expertise in communications and research.
Background
Percy Sherwood has a diverse professional background in communications and research. He has worked at Western University as a Research Assistant since 2018 and as a Graduate Teaching Assistant since 2016. His previous roles include Communications Officer at Western Economic Diversification Canada from 2015 to 2016, Program Assistant at Natural Resources Canada in 2014, and Reporter and Digital Content Producer at The Canadian Press in 2018. His experiences span various sectors, including academia and government.
Research Contributions
Sherwood has published research in the UVU Journal of National Security, focusing on topics relevant to national security and intelligence. He has tracked the impacts of a $22-million governmental program on climate change and adaptation during his time at Natural Resources Canada. Additionally, he has researched and documented new cybersecurity threats and crimes that emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic, contributing to the understanding of these critical issues.
Professional Writing Experience
Percy Sherwood has authored news stories for The Canadian Press, which have been featured in major outlets such as The Globe and Mail, Toronto Star, CTV News, National Post, and CBC News. His writing experience enhances his communication skills and allows him to engage with a broad audience through various media platforms.