Joao Vitor Mesquita Souza
Coquitlam
Summary
Seasoned Co-Director with comprehensive experience in strategic planning and operational management. Strong abilities in team leadership, project coordination, and stakeholder communication. Notable impacts include increased work efficiency, enhanced company reputation, and successful completion of numerous projects. Possess strong problem-solving skills, decisive leadership qualities, and acapacity for innovative thinking. Detail-oriented professional skilled in customer service and community engagement. Experienced in cultural event planning, crisis management, and teamwork, fostering effective communication to enhance organizational success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice-President Brazilian Student Association
SFU
Burnaby
12.2025 - Current
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication to streamline decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with executive team members on major decisions regarding initiatives.
Co-Director of Events
Brazilian Student Association SFU
Burnaby
12.2024 - Current
- Organized cultural events to promote Brazilian traditions and community engagement.
- Collaborated with theexecutive team on decision-making and project implementation.
Cast Member
VIP Cineplex Brentwood
Burnaby
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted guests with ticket purchases and food selections at concession stands.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in auditoriums and common areas.
- Monitored equipment functionality, reporting issues to management promptly.
- Interacted with guests to entertain and create afun atmosphere.
- Monitored guest behaviour to ensure safety protocols were followed throughout the facility.
- Organized, stocked and replenished merchandise following set standards.
Server Assistant/ Host/Stocker
Rec Rom Brentwood
Burnaby
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Stock handling
- Food management
- Problem solving
- Sanitation and maintenance of the business
- Food services
Cast Member
VIP Cineplex Brentwood
Burnaby
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Management of the Point of Sales System
- Costumer Assistance
- Sanitation and Maintenance
- Stock Handling
- Supporting Accessibility
- Product delivery management
Outreach Coordinator
Junior Achievement
Porto Alegre
09.2019 - 11.2023
- Product management and communication
- Number of Hours: 40
- engage with local artists to get involved in the project
Education
Bachelor's of Arts - Anthropology
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, British Columbia12-2026
Minor - Archeology
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, British Columbia12-2026
Certificate in Forensics Studies -
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, British Columbia12-2026
Dogwood Diploma -
Bodwell High School
Vancouver, British Columbia06.2022
High School Diploma -
Centro De Ensino Medio Pastor Dohms
Porto Alegre, Brazil 12-2021
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Customer service
- Community engagement
- Crisis management
- Reservation and Point of Sales Management
- Detail-oriented
- Cultural event planning
- Teamwork
- Collaborative
- Sense of Responsibility
Certification
- Forensic Anthropology and Archeology, 08/01/24
- TCPS 2, 02/01/24
- Safety Essentials, 09/01/25
- Biosafety Training, 09/01/25
- DELE A1- Spanish Proficiency Certificate, 12/01/19
- DSD 1 B1 - German Proficiency Certificate, 12/01/18
- IELTS C1, 08/01/22
- Serving It Right, 04/01/23
Accomplishments
Dean's Honour List, 06/01/25
Extracurricular Activities
Brazilian Student Association SFU, Co-Director of Events, 12/01/24, Present, Burnaby Junior Achievement, Participant, 09/01/19, 11/30/23, Porto Alegre, Brazil, 40, Product management and communication
References
Michelle Sham, Front of the House Manager, Cineplex, 1158@cineplex.com
Timeline
Vice-President Brazilian Student Association
SFU
12.2025 - Current
Co-Director of Events
Brazilian Student Association SFU
12.2024 - Current
Cast Member
VIP Cineplex Brentwood
09.2024 - Current
Server Assistant/ Host/Stocker
Rec Rom Brentwood
02.2024 - 04.2024
Cast Member
VIP Cineplex Brentwood
04.2023 - 12.2023
Outreach Coordinator
Junior Achievement
09.2019 - 11.2023
Bachelor's of Arts - Anthropology
Simon Fraser University
Minor - Archeology
Simon Fraser University
Certificate in Forensics Studies -
Simon Fraser University
Dogwood Diploma -
Bodwell High School
High School Diploma -
Centro De Ensino Medio Pastor Dohms