Benjamin Farmer
Naperville,IL
Summary
Sport Management student at Mizzou with 4+ years in athletics operations and officiating across youth, collegiate, and adult events. Experienced in schedule management, facility preparation, and fast problem-solving during live events. Dedicated to delivering smooth, safe, and professional game day operations in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Operations
University of Missouri Athletics
Columbia, USA
10.2025 - Current
- Assist with game-day setup and teardown for major NCAA events, ensuring venues are prepared for athletes, officials, media, and fans.
- Support fan-facing operations by helping maintain clean, organized, and safe public areas throughout events.
- Respond quickly to in-venue issues (equipment needs, crowd flow adjustments, and minor maintenance) to keep events running smoothly.
- Provide on-site assistance to visiting teams, officials, and event staff to support smooth game day operations.
Soccer Referee
United States Soccer Referee Program
07.2022 - Current
- Managed competitive matches with players, coaches, and thousands of spectators, ensuring safety and clear communication.
- Selected to officiate at premier national and international tournaments, demonstrating professionalism.
- Resolved conflicts quickly and professionally, keeping games running smoothly under time pressure.
Summer Staff
Covenant Harbor Bible Camp
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed daily schedules and activities for groups of 12 campers, balancing logistics, safety, and leadership responsibilities.
- Worked 140+ hour weeks during camp sessions, balancing high energy demands with leadership responsibilities.
- Built strong communication, conflict resolution, and teamwork skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Parks, Rec, Sport, And Tourism- Sport Management
University of Missouri
Columbia, Missouri01.2028
Skills
- Event coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Logistics management
- Game day operations
- Sports Equipment Familiarity
Timeline
Facility Operations
University of Missouri Athletics
10.2025 - Current
Soccer Referee
United States Soccer Referee Program
07.2022 - Current
Summer Staff
Covenant Harbor Bible Camp
01.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Parks, Rec, Sport, And Tourism- Sport Management
University of Missouri