Nadia Bell

As a part time independent contractor and a stay-at-home mom, I strive to continually and successfully gain much practical experience and valuable knowledge all the while keeping hands and eyes on today’s advancing technology. I consider myself a highly organized and independent individual, able to effectively coordinate tasks to accomplish projects with timeliness and creativity. Actively volunteering in several sports and community organizations has also contributed to enhance my administrative and professional knowledge in a continuous and very positive way.
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Career objective
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To work in an environment that encourages me to succeed and grow professionally and where my strengths, professional skills and creative thinking is used for the successful day-to-day workings of the organization.   Above all, I seek to work alongside a team where I can share my knowledge in a dynamic and inspiring atmosphere of growth and trust.

Skills
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Organizational

• Coordinating the implementation of projects
• Scheduling and organizing meetings
• Drafting and editing documentation
• Able to meet deadlines and use time wisely
• Able to multi-task
• Autonomous / Able to work without supervision
• Capable of working under pressure
• Result-oriented with a positive and professional attitude

Social

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Customer-focused
  
• Able to handle issues with patience, diplomacy and tact
  
• Enhancing brand image through social media management

Linguistic

• Fully bilingual in English and French (written and oral)

Technical

• Extremely comfortable with computers and technology
• At ease with mastering new software/platforms
• Internet savvy 

General

• Creative
• Responsible, autonomous, reliable
  
• Quick learner

Information Technology

• Experienced with Windows and OS-X (Mac)
• Excellent proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite; InDesign and Photoshop
• Skilled with social media: Facebook, Twitter, Weebly, etc.

Professional and Contractual experience

• 2017-present, Daycare Educator (elementary school), Marguerite-Bourgeoys School Board
• 2013 - 2016, Administrator/Creative Director (part time from home), NTEGRALE, Montreal
• 2010 - 2011, Graphic Designer, Les Éditions Trampoline, Longueuil
• 2009 - 2010, Data-Entry Clerk, Iscopia, Montréal
• 2008, 2011, Coordinator and Registration Officer, Élections Canada
• 1995 - 2000, Project Administrator, CAE, Montréal
• 1992 -1995, Executive Administrative Assistant, Axinor, Montréal
• 1992 (February - September), Administrator and Office Manager, Youth Science Foundation, Ottawa
• 1991-1992, Administrator and Assistant Editor, Catholic Health Association, Ottawa​

Education
   Bachelor of Arts (1991) from Carleton University (Ottawa, ON) followed by over ten (10) years of professional experience in  
   administrative and project management roles. 
 
   D.E.C in Languages and Literature from John Abbott College (1989)

Volunteer Work
   Secretary and Administrator on the Board (2006 – Present)
   Les Ailes d'Or de LaSalle Speed Skating Club as well as the Association Régionale Patin Vitesse Montréal
   Recipient of Volunteer of the Year award 2015-16 at both organizations

   House League Coordinator (2006 – 2008)
   LaSalle Minor Soccer Association (LMSA)

Hobbies and Interests
   I have a passion for art, photography, reading, music, as well as video games, sports, yoga and graphic design.