Ahla Arain

Granted Competitive Graduate Program Full Scholarship for a two-year Master's Degree program. Acquired and demonstrated Canadian work experience through two industry internships undertaken during completion as part of the Bachelor's Degree program. High performing academic background as indicated by the Ontario Scholar Award.

Excellent teamwork, research, problem-solving, communications and leadership skills demonstrated with performing arts departmental awards, publications and university association executive management.

Social Media Coordinator - Red Beti Theatre - Ontario

(2025-05 - 2025-08)

• Develop and execute targeted social media campaigns aligned with the theatre's artistic vision and promotional goals.
• Spearhead social media strategy and management across multiple platforms (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and WIX) to enhance brand visibility and audience engagement.
• Design, update, and maintain the organisation's website, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Lead digital advertising initiatives to drive engagement, ticket sales, and community outreach

Mediation Intern - ADR Chambers - Ontario

(2025-04 - 2025-08)

• Manage confidential case documentation, ensuring accurate and timely data entry into FileMaker Pro databases.
• Facilitate smooth communication by drafting and coordinating professional correspondence (emails, memos, and notices)
• Maintain organised digital and physical records for mediation cases, supporting efficient case tracking and retrieval.
• Assist in scheduling and administrative logistics for mediation sessions, enhancing operational workflow.

Social Media and Online Development Intern - Red Beti Theatre - Ontario

(2024-08 - 2025-05)

• Managing and upkeep of various Social Media platforms.
• Strategically planning social media campaigns, aligning with the Theatre's interests.
• Website creation and maintenance.
• In charge of Theatre online advertisement and engagement.

Corporate marketing and brand development assistant - AM Management Global INC. - Alberta

(2020 - 2021)

• Corporate marketing and brand development assistant.
• Graphic design and logo development lead.
• Website management.

Vice President (Events) - UTM Women in Law - University of Toronto

(2022 - 2023)

• Planned and directed events surrounding the club's focus.
• Developed policies and procedures for UTM Women in Law Association.
• Coordinated legal discussions and invited legal professionals as keynote speakers.
• Led the growth of UTM Women in Law Association membership.

Associate - Sociology and Criminology Society - University of Toronto

(2022 - 2023)

• Supported executives with member participation and marketing.

Associate (Graphic Design) - Pre-law Organisation - University of Toronto

(2023 - 2024)

• Organised and designed marketing posts to promote events and membership participation.
• Employed creative collaboration on brand awareness to establish Pre-law Organisation identity.

Student Theatre group member - Sun and Sand Player - American International School of Jeddah

(2017 - 2020)

Founding member of the Sun and Sand Players (High School Theatre group), performed numerous lead and supporting roles (2018 – 2020).

• Acted in over 12 roles spanning 2017-2020.
• Provided technical support in two School musicals.
• Conceptualized, created and facilitated set lighting design for a school musical.

Volunteer - AUTISM Centre - American International School of Jeddah

(2018 - 2018)

Week Without Walls Experience

• Assisted in facilitating elementary classroom activities.
• Gained meaningful understanding and appreciation of the Autism Spectrum and the knowledge about social stigmas and how to combat them.

YOGA Exploration - American International School of Jeddah - American International School of Jeddah

(2019 - 2019)

Week Without Walls Experience

• Wellness and cultural exploration; detailing healthy habits, the historical aspects and creation of yoga and its global trend and expansion.

Art Exploration - American International School of Jeddah - Abu Dhabi, UAE

(2020 - 2020)

Week Without Walls Experience

• Selected for art exploration in the UAE based on high academic standing within art courses.
• Examined art at the Louvre, Abu Dhabi, exploring historical and cultural aspects of current and past exhibitions.

Master of Public Administration - Public Administration - Belt and Road School - Beijing Normal University (2025 - 2027-06)

Honours Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Law and Society; Dramaturgy and Drama Studies; Political Science (Minor) - University of Toronto (2021 - 2025)

Grade 12 - Welland Centennial Secondary School (2020 - 2021)

High School - American International School of Jeddah (2017 - 2020)