Aushesh Alam

I am currently a student at the University of Toronto Scarborough studying International Development Studies (CO-OP) were I am hopeful to become a diplomat in the future. Right now, I am available to remote services that are related to office work such as customer service, call centers, and data entry, helping plan out events, writing, blogging, image editing, and photography advice.

Customer Service, Toronto Film Forum, June 2018 - July 2024

• Coordinated film schedule distribution to boost audience engagement.
• Directed patrons to theaters for a seamless viewing experience.
• Processed ticket orders efficiently to enhance operations.
• Distributed masks during COVID-19 to ensure health and safety.

• Prepared and served meals for groups of up to ten.
• Facilitated fundraising to secure community donations.
• Engaged attendees to encourage event registration.

• Reached out to local businesses for sponsorships and donations.
• Secured sponsorships and donations to enhance event success.

• Analyzed international transcripts for accuracy and compliance.
• Researched micro-credentials to support program development.
• Organized and shredded sensitive documents for confidentiality.
• Edited PowerPoint presentations to improve clarity and impact.
• Created Excel files for efficient course management and data tracking.

• Organized a town hall meeting with 70 seniors to discuss poverty impacts in Toronto.
• Demonstrated grant writing, public speaking, and financial literacy skills to empower the community.

• Gained insight into the cultural and social expectations of Bangladeshi Canadian teens and families in the GTA.
• Attended a film screening and provided feedback, contributing to discussions.
• Acquired script writing skills for short stories and podcasts.
• Learned to produce a short documentary, developing filmmaking and storytelling skills.

April 2025 

• Directed voters to their assigned polling stations and clarified their designated voting areas. 
• Greeted electors upon arrival and verified their intent to vote.
• Ensured a smooth, efficient, and respectful voting process in a high-traffic environment.

Education

University of Toronto Scarborough Sep 2024 - present

International Development Studies -IDS (CO-OP) Program

OSSD, Danforth Collegiate and Technical Institute, Sep 2020- June 2024