JOSHUA ALLAN: CURRICULUM VITAE
Journalism/Communications Roles
FREELANCE JOURNALIST
November 2021 - Present
Researching and writing stories about a wide range of topics including new developments in business and technology, environmental issues, as well as federal and provincial policies. I have written for such publications as Supply Chain Canada, Municipal Monitor and Sheet Metal Works.
COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANT
April 2021 - Present
In this role with the Quebec Community Groups Network (QCGN), I gained familiarity of and practice writing in Canadian Press style through the production and distribution of a daily newsletter, as well as being charged with handling the QCGN's social media platforms. I am currently working part-time at the QCGN.
JOURNALIST INTERN
October 2020 - April 2021
In this role with Global Green News, IÂ pitched, researched, and wrote stories relating to politics, culture, and events relating to Green Parties in Canada and across the world. I had many notable interviews with politicians from Green Parties, including Thomas Waitz, the co-chair of the European Green Party; Sonia Furstenau, the leader of the Green Party of British Columbia; and Natalie Bennett, the former leader of the Green Party of England and Wales.
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY
May 2023 - Present
Currently pursuing the Journalism Graduate Diploma Program at Concordia University. The program provides participants with valuable hands-on experience in researching, writing and interviewing. Expected to be completed by April 2024.
BISHOP'S UNIVERSITY
2016 - 2020
I graduated from Bishop's University with a Bachelor's Degree in Modern Languages (French/German) as well as a Minor's Degree in Political Studies. I graduated on the Academic Honour Roll.