Clarissa Lee, Ma
About Clarissa Lee, Ma
Clarissa Lee is the Communications Manager at TELUS in Vancouver, British Columbia, with over ten years of experience in corporate communications and a background in media studies.
Company
Clarissa Lee, Ma currently holds the position of Communications Manager at TELUS in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. In her role, she supports the Corporate Affairs & Finance portfolios by working collaboratively with leaders and partners across the business to drive effective communications through engaging storytelling.
Previous Positions
Before joining TELUS, Clarissa Lee served as Marketing and Communications Specialist at CWB Trust Services from 2018 to 2021 in Vancouver. She also worked at The University of British Columbia as Communications Coordinator for the Integrated Renewal Program from 2016 to 2018. In 2016, she contributed as a Website Content Writer for Touriocity in London, UK. Earlier roles include Communications Coordinator at RBC from 2011 to 2015 and Public Relations Intern at Terry Fox Research Institute in 2010. She began her career as an Office Assistant at Capilano Volkswagen from 2007 to 2011 and had a brief stint as Mini University TA at Simon Fraser University's Summer Camps in 2009.
Education and Expertise
Clarissa Lee holds a Master of Media and Communications from City University London, achieved during her time in the UK from 2015 to 2016. Her academic background also includes a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Simon Fraser University, which she completed between 2006 and 2012. With over ten years of experience in writing and editing internal and corporate communications, Clarissa is skilled in creating various content types such as articles, key messages, executive messaging, surveys, newsletters, and team emails.
Responsibilities and Contributions
At The University of British Columbia, Clarissa Lee provided strategic and tactical communications and stakeholder engagement services for the Integrated Renewal Program. During her tenure at RBC, she communicated and shared important initiatives and strategic priorities focusing on clients, employees, community, and shareholders. Her responsibilities at TELUS include supporting corporate affairs and financial portfolios, employing engaging storytelling to enhance business communications.
Background and Interests
Clarissa Lee's diverse background reflects her dynamic approach to communications and media. Motivated by a passion for travel and experiencing different cultures, she moved to London for her master's degree. This global perspective continues to influence her professional work. Her expertise also includes excellent time-management skills, particularly in meeting deadlines, which is a critical asset in her role as a Communications Manager.