Welcome to JessBeyondThePages!

Hi, I’m Jess! As an avid reader and content creator with a background in social media and publishing, I’ve transformed my lifelong passion into a fulfilling career. Having completed a Master’s in Professional Communication, I’ve honed my skills in reading, storytelling, and brand strategy, ensuring that every author I work with can elevate their voice and reach their audience effectively.

I’ve been captivated by storytelling and content creation for as long as I can remember, and I’m fortunate to turn that passion into purpose by helping authors thrive. From navigating the publishing world to building standout brands and growing authentic social media presence, I’m here to support every step of the journey. I love working with fiction across romance, thrillers, crime, and all things supernatural and speculative. Darker themes? Complex characters? I have no triggers, and I’m all in. Helping authors craft powerful narratives and connect with readers is what I live for.

Whether you're an aspiring author in need of an editor, a creator looking to refine your brand, or someone seeking to optimize your social media strategy, I’m here to help. Let’s team up and turn your big ideas into something brilliant!

Join me on this journey where creativity meets strategy, stories are refined, and dreams come true. Stories are meant to be shared, and I can’t wait to help you share yours.

Education

  • ROYAL ROADS UNIVERSITY

    • Masters of Arts in Professional Communication

    • Featured in Student Spotlight

  • UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

    • Honours Bachelor of Arts with Distinction

    • Double Major in Criminology, Law, and Society + Sociology

    • Certification in Global Perspectives

Skills

  • Expertise in managing various social media platforms and staying organized (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Toggl, Notion)

  • Experienced in video and photo editing (Canva, CapCut, Adobe)

  • Skilled at understanding and summarizing information, highlighting the most crucial points in a clear and straightforward manner

  • Strong ability to adapt quickly to changes in social media algorithms and platform features

Professional Experience

  • VARIOUS AUTHORS Personal Assistant (December 2024 - Present)

    • Supports romance, fantasy, fiction, and nonfiction authors with personalized admin tasks, including ARC coordination, inbox/inquiry management, newsletter scheduling, and organizing launch timelines to keep releases smooth and stress-free.

    • Collaborates on brand strategy and social media content creation, helping authors grow their online presence, connect with readers, and build engagement across Instagram, TikTok, and newsletters (especially around book promos, cover reveals, and new releases).

  • ROYAL ROADS UNIVERSITY Teaching Assistant (February 2024 – May 2024)

    • Assisted the lead teacher in easing their workload by reading relevant course material to facilitate marking and assessing assignments.

  • EROMAMI Content Developer and Promoter (April 2023 – Present)

    • Promotes Eromami’s romance and fantasy novels through visual content on TikTok

  • LANA SKY Alpha/Beta/ARC Reader (January 2022 – January 2024)

    • Reviewed unreleased work and provided feedback to help strengthen the novel before it was published

    • Created social media graphics, video, and written content for Lana’s social media channels

  • LYDIA GOODFELLOW Social Media Manager (October 2022 – January 2024)

    • Primary manager of Lydia Goodfellow’s social media accounts (posted regular videos on TikTok and Instagram, responded to comments, and interacts with BookTok community)

  • SCARLET LANTERN PUBLISHING Social Media Manager (May 2022 – November 2023)

    • Primary manager of Scarlet Lantern’s social media accounts (posted regular videos on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, responded to comments, and interacted with the wider BookTok community)

    • Reached out to BookTok influencers and book bloggers for ARCs, giveaways, and other collaborations

In-Field Experience

  • Buffer Festival Events Operation (November 2024 – November 2024)

    • Assisted with attendee navigation, seating arrangements, and event setup, and facilitated Q&A sessions during screenings and panels at Buffer Festival, ensuring smooth operations and audience engagement.

  • TLC BOOK TOURS Content Developer and Promoter (January 2022 – Present)

    • Promotes various authors upcoming book releases through visual content on TikTok and Instagram

    • Hosts giveaways for authors upcoming book releases

  • BERKLEY ROMANCE Influencer (February 2022 – Present)

    • Reviews ARCs in a timely manner, attends book events, and promotes books for various authors upcoming releases

  • HELLO LOVELY BOX Influencer/Representative (February 2022 – August 2022)

    • Promoted Hello Lovely Box items on social media and provided followers with an affiliate code to use while purchasing products

  • HARPERCOLLINS Frenzy Influencer (August 2021 – Present)

    • Reviews ARCs in a timely manner, attends book events, and promotes books for various authors upcoming releases

“The way you tell your story online can make all the difference.”