Jack Lyons
Canberra,ACT
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced communications and media professional seeking a full-time role in the industry. Skilled in handling media enquiries, distributing media releases, and engaging with senior stakeholders. Proficient in digital media, communication and media, and journalism. Experienced leader and team player with a proven track record of success in customer service roles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Media Advisor
Department of Defence
01.2024 - Current
- Draft, review, and share media enquiries and releases to journalists around Australia and the world
- Create reports on timeliness and engage with different stakeholders from all line areas of Defence to ensure journalist's deadlines are met.
Tennis Coach
01.2019 - Current
- Trained and mentored athletes to improve their tennis skills
- Developed training plans and provided feedback to players
Bistro Manager
Hellenic Club
01.2018 - Current
- Led and managed a team of hospitality staff to provide excellent customer service
- Mentored staff and dealt with customer requests efficiently
Intern
Australian Football League (AFL)
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Interviewed players and corresponded with various media teams
- Published content for official AFL media releases
Waiter
Cornerstone Café
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided excellent customer service to patrons
- Assisted with food preparation and table setting
Education
Bachelor of Communication and Media - Sports Media
University of Canberra
Belconnen, ACT01.2023
Year 12 Certificate -
Marist College Canberra
Phillip, ACT01.2019
Skills
- Digital media
- Communication
- Media
- Journalism
- Leadership
- Team player
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
Extra-Curricular Activities
Tennis: Train at the AIS and actively compete in semi-professional tournaments around Australia
Volunteering: Volunteered for St Vincent de Paul and Engage Sports at Marist College Canberra
Timeline
Media Advisor
Department of Defence
01.2024 - Current
Intern
Australian Football League (AFL)
03.2023 - 10.2023
Tennis Coach
01.2019 - Current
Bistro Manager
Hellenic Club
01.2018 - Current
Waiter
Cornerstone Café
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Communication and Media - Sports Media
University of Canberra
Year 12 Certificate -
Marist College Canberra
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