Amelia Melbourne-Hayward
Summary
Kia ora, I'm Amelia, an experienced internal communications specialist looking for my next role. I really enjoy working in the Communications & Engagement field as it is all about ensuring the most important part of any organisation - the people - feel informed, connected and engaged. I am looking for a position in a company with strong values that places a lot of emphasis on collaboration and team work. I can offer excellent stakeholder management and organisational skills with a drive to foster great communication and engagement through storytelling, initiatives and strategy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Communications Manager
Hato Hone St John Ambulance
10.2022 - Current
- Leading a small team of internal communication specialists to deliver high quality, effective and strategic communications advice, planning and implementation support of projects across a large, complex organisation.
- Enabling employee engagement with our strategic priorities and values, and spearheading the development of a comprehensive internal communications review.
Internal Communications Advisor
Hato Hone St John Ambulance
05.2019 - 10.2022
- Creating and curating internal communications across all Hato Hone St John's internal channels, managing and planning all editorial content creation, and providing key internal comms support and advice to the wider team and key stakeholders.
Editor
ArchiPro
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Responsible for content strategy and planning, including creating and managing an intensive content calendar; researching, writing, editing and publishing content for the ArchiPro.co.nz website; and copywriting all company external and internal communications, ads and advertorials.
- I worked closely with marketing, social media and SEO stakeholders to align content strategy and collaborated across wider brand team to brainstorm new ideas and editorial strategies.
Editor
AGM Publishing
06.2015 - 04.2018
- Sole digital editor of leading architecture and design website ArchitectureNow.co.nz.
- Tasks included repurposing, commissioning, and curating content; researching and writing articles for the site; managing online projects and social media platforms; promoting and organising events; and digital content marketing.
- Stakeholder relationship development and management, including with advertisers, industry professionals and organisations, photographers, contributors and readers.
Customer Service Assistant
Stocked Food Store
06.2013 - 11.2014
- Maintaining a high level of customer service in a fast-paced fine food store while completing master's degree.
- Responsible for barista duties, merchandising, pricing, wrapping, cutting and displaying all foods and goods.
Intern
Monash University Publishing
07.2014 - 10.2014
- An intern position while completing master's degree.
- Tasks included completing layout checks, proofreading and editing of several upcoming titles and articles.
- Standardising footnotes/reference list, completing indexing work, and styling articles using both Microsoft Word and InDesign, as well as taking in author changes and corrections.
Intern
Ilura Press
01.2014 - 05.2014
- Internship undertaken while completing master's degree.
- Assisting with the complete research, production, editing and proofing of a published title.
- Managing other interns, assisting in meetings, and helping with marketing and social media.
Crew Member
Superyacht
04.2009 - 09.2012
- Various roles as crew onboard several motor and sail luxury yachts both in Europe and the Caribbean.
Client Services Coordinator/Sales Support
PMP Limited
05.2008 - 03.2009
Duty Manager
One Red Dog Restaurant
02.2007 - 03.2008
Education
Master of Publishing & Editing -
Monash University
Melbourne, Australia2014
Bachelor of Arts - Art History and Sociology
University of Auckland
New Zealand2007
Skills
- Strong written and verbal communicator, experienced in leading internal communications strategies, plans and projects
- Experience managing a small team, and motivating and supporting others to shine
- Effective, proven writing, editing, project management and research skills
- Experienced in Microsoft Office suite, various social media platforms, CMS, online content creation and digital marketing
- High level of attention to detail and well practiced at time management, planning and working to tight deadlines
Timeline
Internal Communications Manager
Hato Hone St John Ambulance
10.2022 - Current
Internal Communications Advisor
Hato Hone St John Ambulance
05.2019 - 10.2022
Editor
ArchiPro
10.2018 - 03.2019
Editor
AGM Publishing
06.2015 - 04.2018
Intern
Monash University Publishing
07.2014 - 10.2014
Intern
Ilura Press
01.2014 - 05.2014
Customer Service Assistant
Stocked Food Store
06.2013 - 11.2014
Crew Member
Superyacht
04.2009 - 09.2012
Client Services Coordinator/Sales Support
PMP Limited
05.2008 - 03.2009
Duty Manager
One Red Dog Restaurant
02.2007 - 03.2008
Master of Publishing & Editing -
Monash University
Bachelor of Arts - Art History and Sociology
University of Auckland
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