Kennedy Watkins
Upper Marlboro
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Sport Tourism Hospitality Management Temple graduate seeking a challenging positions to apply academic knowledge and practical skills gained through coursework and internships. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship - Business Operations
Canberra Cavalry
Canberra
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Company Overview: Australian Baseball League (ABL); Canberra, Australia
- Game Day Operations: Assist with the setup and breakdown of game day events, including ticket sales, merchandise, and fan experience.
- Community Engagement: Contribute and maintain a strong community presence including a physical presence in schools, community groups and local businesses.
- Marketing and Promotions: Collaborated with marketing team in developing and executing promotional campaigns, managing social media accounts, and engaging with the community to increase attendance and support.
- Administrative Duties: Support the game day manager in developing new community initiatives and fan engagement for game days.
- Event Coordination: Coordinate and manage special events, such as player appearances, community engagement programs, and corporate sponsorship activities.
Student Manager
Temple University Men's Basketball Team
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Company Overview: Pennsylvania
- Coordinate equipment setup and assist in practices and game day operations.
- Record and analyze practice statistics, providing valuable insight for performance improvement.
- Facilitate communication between coaches and players during game huddles.
- Travel with the team, assisting in logistical arrangements, and providing support as needed.
Internship
Temple University Sports Marketing Team
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Contributed to the development of comprehensive marketing plans for various sports teams, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
- Created and maintained Excel spreadsheets to organize upcoming seasons and researched potential partnerships with youth organizations.
- Distributed marketing materials across campus and Philadelphia, effectively reaching target audiences and increasing awareness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport and Recreation Management
Temple University
Pennsylvania05.2025
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word
- Proficient in Excel
- Event operations
- Logistics
- Fan engagement
- Customer service
- Building positive relationships
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Community engagement
- Event coordination
- Marketing strategy
Volunteer Experience
High School Basketball Summer League Coach, Assisted coaching staff with practice setup, equipment management, and game day logistics., Supported team operations during games, including scorekeeping and sideline coordination., Provided mentorship and guidance to younger players, fostering positivity team culture.
Coursework
- Sport Marketing
- Recreation in Leisure Service Management
- Business and Leisure
- Organizational strategy in sport and recreation
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Internship - Business Operations
Canberra Cavalry
08.2024 - 01.2025
Internship
Temple University Sports Marketing Team
05.2023 - 08.2023
Student Manager
Temple University Men's Basketball Team
09.2021 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Sport and Recreation Management
Temple University
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