Brock Brennan
************@*****.*** 803-***-**** https://www.linkedin.com/in/brock-brennan-262b9a13b/
EDUCATION
The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Economics, Major
December 2021
Certificate: Computer Science
Overall GPA: 2.83
EXPERIENCE
Pluckers Wing Bar – Server/Cashier; Austin, TX April 2019 - Present
Texas wing restaurant chain started by three UT alumni in 1995
Implemented the strategy of “suggestive sales” to increase profits and overall daily sales.
Socialized with guests to enhance their experience, establishing a rapport to promote return visits.
Maintained a quality assurance “Crossing our T’s and dotting our I’s” approach to ensure that food is served correctly and that all guests are happy with their respective orders.
Focused work method centered around teamwork, “full hands in, full hands out”.
ACADEMIC PROJECTS
C S 329E Elements of Game Design Final Project Fall 2021
Created a JavaScript based platformer using the Phaser 3 Engine, learning to program with less than ideal documentation
Followed the sprint format of weekly deadlines, working within a coding team to iterate over the course of the semester
Challenged myself with learning JavaScript with no prior experience, only having learned Python before
ECO 327 Political Economy Final Paper Spring 2020
Researched the merits of a Universal Basic Income system and the problems that current welfare systems face
Provided feedback on peer’s essay in peer review process
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE AND ACTIVITIES
Longhorn Gaming November 2019 - Present
Events Director May 2020 – February 2021
oBiweekly meetings for planning and budgeting of events, working with sponsors, and allocating resources for around 200+ members
oScheduled and planned large events for the community such as the general interest meeting and LANs
oDrafted plans for future large events coming in Spring of 2021
oConducted and oversaw meetings with events team members
Event Coordinator November 2019 - May 2020
oCoordinated events team roles at onsite events, organized the flow of events to keep a schedule
oTroubleshooting technical difficulties in order to provide a smooth experience for the attendees
oFacilitated communication between events team and events director
Vice President of UT CSGO May 2020 - Present
oBridged communication between UTCS and the parent organization Longhorn Gaming
oCoordinating the competitive esports team with the goals of the organization
oServed as JV Team Captain from Fall 2018 – Spring 2019
oActive member of team starting in Fall of 2017
Washington Leadership Training Institute, Washington DC Summer 2016
SkillsUSA District 7 Parliamentarian
oTrained with different leadership styles in a team setting. Learned supportive leadership styles that focus on listening and creating new leaders
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Computer Skills: Python, Hardware Troubleshooting, Excel, Word, Google Suite
Languages: Latin (Working Knowledge), Spanish (Basic)
Social Skills: Community Management, Team Communications
Interests: Esports, Painting, Running, Rock Climbing, Guitar, Live Music, Tabletop Games, Cars, Scuba Diving
Work Eligibility: Eligible to work in the U.S. with no restrictions