Matthew D.H. Gray

I'm a fourth-year student at the University of Toronto, studying Political Science & History. 

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The Toronto Globalist
The Varsity
The Mark
Sportsnet Magazine
Urbane Magazine

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Design Editor at Varsity Publications Inc.
Newspapers | Toronto, Canada Area, CA

Experience

  • Oct 2011 - Present
    Design Editor / Varsity Publications Inc.
    I am responsible for the design of The Varsity newspaper, Canada's largest student newspaper, with a weekly circulation of 20,000. I ensure the visual consistency of the publication, and oversee a team of paginators who lay out the sections.
  • May 2011 - Present
    Student Life Ambassador / University of Toronto
    As an active member of the University of Toronto community, I provide advice and guidance to first-year students who are new to the post secondary experience.
  • Mar 2010 - Present
    President / Globalist Publications, Ltd.
    Globalist Publications, Ltd. is the publisher of The Toronto Globalist magazine. Founded in 2005, The Globalist is the University of Toronto's only international affairs magazine. It is a member of the Global21 network, comprised of magazines at premier universities around the world.
  • Apr 2011 - Oct 2011
    Chief Operating Officer / Varsity Publications Inc.
    Varsity Publications Inc. is the publisher of Canada's largest student newspaper. Founded in 1880, The Varsity has a circulation of 20,000 copies per week at the University of Toronto.

    As Chief Operating Officer, I am responsible for oversight of the day-to-day business operations of the corporation.
  • Jun 2011 - Aug 2011
    Intern / Rogers Consumer Publishing and Digital Media Group
  • Apr 2010 - Apr 2011
    Editor-in-Chief / The Toronto Globalist
    Manages a five year old international affairs magazine at the University of Toronto, and oversees all departments of the publication.
    • Created new fundraising initiatives through parent group
    • Designed and distributed three print issues
    • Created online presence and MARCOM strategy
    • Launched editorial collaborations with sister chapters
    • Handled media coverage (The Varsity, TV Ontario, UofT Magazine, MagWorld)
  • Oct 2010 - Mar 2011
    Editorial Assistant / The Mark News
    • Analyzed news sources to find elements for coverage
    • Created article pitches for potential contributors
    • Managed communication and deadlines
    • Organized submissions for editing
    • Appointed 'Special Editor' during 2010 Egyptian Revolution, was responsible for curating content
  • May 2010 - Oct 2010
    Communications Co-ordinator / Sarah Thomson for Mayor Campaign
    Worked on a municipal campaign, organizing communications and outreach, and providing photography coverage at campaign events.
  • May 2009 - May 2010
    Editor-in-Chief / Urbane Magazine
    Launched a new magazine at the University of
    Toronto, with emphasis on local issues; fashion, design,
    culture and politics.
    • Created an editorial board with operating guidelines
    • Obtained university recognition
    • Raised $2500 to publish first issue and fund launch event
    • Managed a staff of 20 editors and contributors
  • May 2009 - Oct 2009
    Marketing Assistant / DAS Canada Legal Protection Limited

Education

  • 2008 - 2012
    University of Toronto - University College
    H.B.A. in Political Science and History
    Activities: The Toronto Globalist, LGBTOUT, Urbane Magazine, United Nations Society, International Relations Society, StudentsFirst, Student Political Action Committee, The Varsity.
  • 2004 - 2008
    Richview Collegiate Institute

Additional Information

Honors:
Top 100 Canadian Student Leaders, 2010 2nd place, DECA Ontario Finals, 2008
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