AMIT ZIGMOND
Columbia
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Programming Coordinator
Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity
Columbia, MO
12.2025 - Current
- In charge of Philanthropy and fundraising for the chapter
- Work with Sororities and other campus organizations
- Plan programs for members of the chapter that relate to campus organizations
Radio Show Host
KCOU
Columbia, MO
09.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging content for weekly radio segments, enhancing listener interaction and overall show appeal.
- Managed live broadcast operations, ensuring seamless transitions and high-quality audio output during shows.
- Co-ran Radio Show Instagram page, which included creating and posting graphics and interacting with viewers and listeners.
Sports Writer
KCOU
Columbia, MO
08.2025 - Current
- Researched and wrote engaging articles on sports events and teams.
- Collaborated with editors to refine content and ensure alignment with editorial standards.
- Amit Zigmond - KCOU Sports Writer
Camp Counselor
Ramah Darom Clayton Campus
Clayton, GA
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Responsible for supervising campers and ensuring mental, physical, and emotional health and safety
- Taught and planned activities related to social growth and education
- Enforced camp rules and procedures
Afterschool Counselor
Valley of the Sun J
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Mentored kids ages 5-10 (K-5th Grade)
- Assisted them with homework
- Programed engaging activities (Sports, art, games, exercise)
- Picked the kids up from school and escorted them to the Day Care
- Learned leadership skills and time management
Basketball Coach
Valley of the Sun J
Scottsdale, AZ
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Taught kids aged 4-10 basketball fundamentals (dribbling, shooting, court positions, sportsmanship)
- Responsible for leading basketball drills and practices
- Coached for teams in games
- Learned how to motivate and coach young athletes
Team Member
Harkins Theatres Scottsdale 101 14
Phoenix, AZ
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Helped handle food service
- Ushered customers to the theatres
- Assisted in cleaning up
- Developed customer service skills and quick thinking skills
Camp Counselor
Swift Youth Foundation
Phoenix, AZ
05.2023 - 05.2023
- Weekend overnight counselor for economically disadvantaged kids
- Mentor for kids ages 8-9 from underprivileged communities
- Took campers kayaking, climbing, and nature hikes
- Developed skills such as, mentorship, problem-solving, collaboration, and working with youth
Sports Team Manager
Horizon High School
Scottsdale, AZ
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Student manager for Junior Varsity and Varsity Basketball teams
- Managed game clock and organized drills during practice
- Recorded games for the Varsity team
- Handed out water and towels during JV games
- Learned team building and coaching skills
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05-2029
High School -
Horizon High School
Scottsdale, AZ05-2025
Certificate - Coaching Sports
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri, MO05-2029
Skills
- Team Leadership and Supervision
- Time management under high-demand scenarios
- Creativity in program delivery
- High-stress decision-making
- Collaboration and teamwork facilitation
- Event Coordination
- Team Building Exercise Facilitation
- Youth engagement strategies
- Graphic Design
- Strong writing skills
Timeline
Programming Coordinator
Zeta Beta Tau Fraternity
12.2025 - Current
Radio Show Host
KCOU
09.2025 - Current
Sports Writer
KCOU
08.2025 - Current
Camp Counselor
Ramah Darom Clayton Campus
06.2024 - 07.2025
Afterschool Counselor
Valley of the Sun J
08.2023 - 05.2025
Basketball Coach
Valley of the Sun J
08.2023 - 12.2024
Camp Counselor
Swift Youth Foundation
05.2023 - 05.2023
Team Member
Harkins Theatres Scottsdale 101 14
01.2023 - 07.2023
Sports Team Manager
Horizon High School
11.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
University of Missouri
High School -
Horizon High School
Certificate - Coaching Sports
University of Missouri