Rebekah Lavy
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Creative Social Media Content Creator with experience in photography and video production. Skilled in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, focusing on motion graphics and branded video assets. Collaborated with brands on promotional content in fast-paced environments, including TV commercials.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Camp Australia
Sydney, Australia
07.2020 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging and creative activities
- Built positive relationships with children, parents and teams
- Demonstrated reliability, organisation and flexibility across multiple sites
Independent Social Media Content Creator
Self Employed
Sydney, Australia
01.2019 - Current
- Built and managed dog-focused Instagram platform (8,000+ followers)
- Created short-form video content that increased audience engagement
- Applied SEO principles, keyword-driven captions and strategic hashtags to increase discoverability
- Collaborated with dog brands to enhance brand visibility and reach
- Produced sponsored content that effectively communicated brand messaging
- Engaged directly with dog owners at events and within community spaces
- Regularly invited to participate in dog-focused events including the Dog Lovers Show
Photographer & Graphic Design
Self Employed
Sydney, Australia
01.2019 - Current
- Captured and edited photography and video content for events and community activities, enhancing visual storytelling and engagement
- Contracted by Animal Extras (talent agency) to photograph new clients for casting and promotional use, contributing to successful talent placements
- Delivered visual assets on time and to quality standards, ensuring alignment with client expectations and project goals
- Gained on-set experience supporting animal talent in TV commercials and assisted with production logistics
- Contracted by NSW Aboriginal Land Council to design brochures and business cards for an Aboriginal education program
Design, Marketing & Communications Intern
Sample Assist
Wollongong, Australia
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Coordinated planning and execution of digital marketing campaigns for start-up, enhancing brand visibility
- Edited promotional video content for marketing campaigns
- Created branded social media and digital content, including graphics and short-form video, to engage target audience
- Maintained digital assets, templates, and content libraries, ensuring consistency and quick access for marketing initiatives
- Supported project tracking, timelines and approvals using Asana
- Applied brand guidelines, tone and visual standards across all outputs
Santa Photographer
Australian Imaging & Photo Group
Sydney, Australia
11.2019 - 12.2020
- Delivered friendly, respectful customer service
- Captured 400+ images daily, ensuring high visual quality for customer satisfaction
- Executed retail transactions and reconciled daily sales, maintaining accurate financial records
School Photographer
Advancelife School Photography
Sydney, Australia
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Executed high-volume portrait photography in structured, time-sensitive environments, ensuring timely delivery of quality images
- Upheld quality standards consistently while adhering to tight schedules
- Established, tested, and dismantled photography equipment to support efficient photo sessions
Education
Bachelor of Communication and Media / Bachelor of Arts (Distinction) - Global Screen Media (Film), Photography, Digital Social Media, Graphic Design, International Studies
The University of Wollongong
Wollongong07-2025
Skills
- Video editing and motion graphics
- Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
- Captioning and subtitles
- CapCut and Canva
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
- Social media strategy
- Copywriting and caption writing
- Content scheduling and management
- Market research and analysis
- Performance tracking
- Asana project management
- DSLR photography
- AI creative tools
- UX and UI design
- Attention to detail
- Written communication skills
Certification
Digital Advertising Certificate, HubSpot Academy
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Design, Marketing & Communications Intern
Sample Assist
04.2024 - 07.2024
Educator
Camp Australia
07.2020 - Current
School Photographer
Advancelife School Photography
01.2020 - 03.2020
Santa Photographer
Australian Imaging & Photo Group
11.2019 - 12.2020
Independent Social Media Content Creator
Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
Photographer & Graphic Design
Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Communication and Media / Bachelor of Arts (Distinction) - Global Screen Media (Film), Photography, Digital Social Media, Graphic Design, International Studies
The University of Wollongong