Jessica Blakemore
About Jessica Blakemore
Jessica Blakemore is a Sales Representative at TELUS with a background in English and communications, and a decade of experience in customer service.
Current Role at TELUS
Jessica Blakemore currently works at TELUS as a Sales Representative. In her role, she is responsible for ensuring positive front-end customer communications and coordinating with various internal business departments to manage client accounts. She applies her decade of experience in customer service to develop strong communication and time management skills, which are essential in her daily interactions with clients and colleagues.
Past Teaching Experience
Jessica Blakemore has accumulated teaching experience from her time at the University of Waterloo. In 2015, she worked as a Lecturer for a period of three months. Prior to this, she served as a Teaching Assistant at the same institution for 11 months in 2014. These roles involved engaging with students, preparing course materials, and supporting educational instruction.
Background in Literature and Communications
Jessica Blakemore holds several academic qualifications in the field of English and communications. She earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) in English Language and Literature from the University of Waterloo in one year from 2013 to 2014. She also completed a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English Honours at St. Thomas University (CA) over a four-year period from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, she received a Graduate Certificate in Professional Writing and Communications from Humber College, which focused on enhancing digital writing and communication skills.
Professional Writing and Communications Expertise
Jessica Blakemore's expertise in professional writing and communications was honed through her Graduate Certificate program at Humber College. The comprehensive one-year program included courses aimed at improving digital writing and communication skills. This academic background is complemented by her practical experience during an internship at Tightrope Books, where she was actively involved in the publication process and decision-making.
Interest in Public Relations and Social Media
Jessica Blakemore possesses a strong interest in public relations and social media, interests that are well-aligned with her academic and professional journey. Her background in English and communications, combined with her hands-on experience in customer service and sales, equips her with the necessary skills to navigate and contribute to the evolving digital landscape effectively.