Mark Sissons
About Mark Sissons
Mark Sissons is a Senior Digital Copywriter at Telus with extensive experience in travel journalism and digital content strategy.
Current Position at Telus
Mark Sissons currently holds dual roles at Telus, functioning as a Senior Digital Copywriter in Vancouver, British Columbia, and as a Senior User Experience Copywriter with Telus Digital in Toronto, Ontario. His responsibilities encompass crafting digital content and fine-tuning user experiences to enhance online engagement and usability for Telus customers.
Past Experience at Organic and Bbdo
Mark Sissons has a substantial background in advertising and digital content, having worked at Organic in New York from 1999 to 2002. During his tenure at Organic, he served as a Senior Copywriter and Information Architect, contributing to digital content creation and structural design. Prior to that, he was a Senior Producer at Bbdo Interactive from 1996 to 1999, where he focused on interactive media production.
Early Career in Media
Mark's early career included a diverse range of roles at Asia Television from 1990 to 1994. He worked as a Producer, Station Announcer, and Scriptwriter, developing scripts and producing content for television broadcast. This period provided him with substantial media production and broadcast writing experience.
Education Background
Mark Sissons holds two bachelor's degrees. He earned his first bachelor's degree in Political Science from Carleton University, completing his studies in 1985. He later attended Ryerson University, where he obtained a bachelor's degree in Television in 1990. His education provided a firm foundation for his career in media and digital content.
Personal Website and Freelance Work
In addition to his corporate roles, Mark Sissons maintains a personal website at www.marksissons.com, where he showcases his writing and photography. He is also active in freelance international travel journalism and digital content strategy, splitting his time between these pursuits and his work at TELUS Digital.