Aaliyah Cowan
Chicago,IL
Summary
Results-driven professional with a strong background in sports administration and marketing. Seeking an exciting and challenging role in sports management. Proven ability to enhance team performance and engage fans through effective leadership strategies. Thrilled to utilize expertise in student life and athletics to drive success and achieve organizational goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ATHLETIC PROGRAM DIRECTOR
CHICAGO WALDORF SCHOOL
08.2022 - Current
- Coordinated all athletic events for 6th-12th grade students, managing logistics for practices, games, transportation, and referee expenditures
- Recruited, trained, and mentored coaches, providing targeted feedback to elevate the athletics program's quality
- Communicated with parents, students, and faculty through weekly newsletters, ensuring timely and accurate information dissemination
- Facilitated afterschool clubs for 6th-12th grade students, fostering an engaging and enriching environment
- Led the coordination of summer sports camps, overseeing the recruitment, hiring, and supervision of instructors to ensure high-quality programming.
Athletic Director/Housing Coordinator Graduate Assistant
Iowa Lakes Community college
01.2021 - 04.2022
- Directed the Athletic Department's game management operations, including event setup and takedown, staff recruitment, and supervision
- Supervised livestream operations, ensuring the seamless airing of games on the website via Blue Frame
- Managed social media content creation and updates for all sports at Iowa Lakes, enhancing game day engagement and overall online presence
- Administered housing operations for three dormitories, including COVID-19 isolation protocols, ensuring a safe and compliant residential environment.
Sports Information Intern
The Hill school
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Delivered engaging sports recaps for boys’ and girls’ basketball games, as well as various other sports
- Designed game schedules, final score graphics, and game day images, demonstrating experience in graphic design.
- Improved athlete recognition through effective creation and distribution of press releases and media advisories.
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL MANAGER
FAU ATHLETICS
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed gym setup/breakdown and equipment logistics for practice sessions
- Utilized Jump Forward recruiting databases to support recruitment process, leading team talent acquisition efforts
- Designed and distributed weekly graphics and mailers to 100+ prospective recruits, communicating program highlights and updates.
Education
Master of Science - Sports Administration
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12.2020
BACHELOR OF ART - Sociology
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL08.2019
Associate of Arts -
State Fair Community College
Sedalia, MO05.2017
Skills
- Sports knowledge
- Video Editing
- Website Management
- Graphic Design experience
- Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Team Management
- Organizational Skills
Certification
CPR and First Aid Certified
Timeline
ATHLETIC PROGRAM DIRECTOR
CHICAGO WALDORF SCHOOL
08.2022 - Current
Athletic Director/Housing Coordinator Graduate Assistant
Iowa Lakes Community college
01.2021 - 04.2022
Sports Information Intern
The Hill school
06.2020 - 08.2020
WOMEN’S BASKETBALL MANAGER
FAU ATHLETICS
01.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Sports Administration
Arkansas State University
BACHELOR OF ART - Sociology
Florida Atlantic University
Associate of Arts -
State Fair Community College