Brett E. Collins
*** ******* ****** **** *****, NC, 27260 336-***-****
abllj4@r.postjobfree.com
Profile
A fast learner eager to utilize and enhance the skills and knowledge
obtained during the completion of my undergraduate studies. In addition, I
am looking to gain new skills through the challenging and rewarding career
in sports and/or recreation management.
Education
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, CERTIFICATE WITH A CONCENTRATION IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT,
MAY 2009
Sports Management Worldwide, Portland, OR
Training included learning sports marketing best practices including: B2B
AND B2C Sales, marketing, community relations, communications branding
promotions and client services. (Mentored by sports executives Tom Leip of
Lulu.com and Bret Polvorosa of Grip)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PARKS AND RECREATION WITH A CONCENTRATION IN
RECREATION MANAGEMENT
North Carolina Central University, Durham, North Carolina
Proud affiliated member of PERMA (Physical Education Recreation Major
Association) Relevant courses: Recreation Leadership, Organization and
Administration of Recreation Sports, Supervision and Management of
Recreation and Leisure Studies, and Finance in Recreation
Skills and Areas of Strength
Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel, Apple, Team Player, Self-Motivated
Experience
HIGH POINT PARKS&RECREATION DEPARTMENT VOLUNTEER MIDNIGHT BASKETBALL LEAGUE
Current
"The program teaches young people life skills and serves an alternative to
negative activities" Ages 10-13
Coaching and teaching youth fundamentals of basketball
Assisted setting up 10 league games and playoff games.
BUDGET CAR RENTAL, CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE,DURHAM, NC 2007-2008
Completed rental and return transactions, and additional standard sales.
Checked and maintained customer records according to policy guidelines.
Cleaned and serviced all vehicles according to the company's guidelines.
TOWERGATE YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES, COMMUNITY SUPPORT, DURHAM, NC 2007
Provided transportation to assigned destinations; primarily for medical
appointments.
Offered one-on-one mentoring sessions with adolescents orchestrated by the
Community Support Services Division.
RIGHT TRACK HEALTHCARE, INC., GROUP HOME SPECIALIST, DURHAM, NC 2006
Conducted behavioral programs and counseling sessions for youth with a
focus on behavioral management, communication skills, anger/stress
management, and personal finance training.
Ensured that RTH's philosophy and mission where exemplified and upheld in
everyday interaction with clients and their families.
Salvation ARMY BOYS & GIRL CLUB, ASSISTANT ATHLETIC DIRECTOR INTERN,
DURHAM, NC 2003-2004
Assisted the Athletic Director with all sports and after school programs.
Tutored, mentored, and coached teens to aid them in their everyday life.
Arranged field trips during the year for athletic events and other
educational outings.
Kept parents abreast with their child's progression. Responsible for
secretarial duties: ie. filing, telephone, faxing, etc.
References Available Upon Request