PJ Carr
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Personal Profile
I am currently a junior at Central Michigan University, and am pursuing a major in Recreation and minors in Sports
Management and Journalism. I am interested in a challenging position that will provide valuable experience for
potential careers in recreation, sports management, youth camps or public relations.
Professional Experience
Staff Writer/Conference Editor, OnCampusSports.com December 2011
Present
Promoted to Conference Editor in 2012, one of only seven
Lead team of four sports journalists
Write news and opinion pieces for online college sports website
Multiple articles selected by the editors for the “Dean’s List”, which showcases outstanding writing
Staff Writer, www.TheGoodPoint.com September 2012
Present
Write opinion pieces for online sports magazine
Staff Reporter, Central Michigan Life Newspaper
September 2011 – May 2012
Cover local news and general interest stories for award winning college newspaper
Residential Camp Counselor, Michigan United Conservation Club May
2011 – August 2012
Supervise campers (ages 6 15) during week long camp sessions
Schedule daily activities, including fishing, target shooting, playing games, creating meals, going on nature walks,
etc. Make adjustments based on weather conditions or the needs of the campers
Education
Central Michigan University – Mount Pleasant, MI
Major in Recreation and Event Management, Minors in Sports Management and Journalism, Degree Expected
May 2015
Athens High School – Troy, MI
Graduated in 2010, College Prep curriculum
Activities
Sports Management Club – Central Michigan University: 2011 present
High School sports (basketball, track and field): 2006 2010
Auction worker: 2008 2009