Connor Thomas
Trussville,AL
Summary
Strategic football operations assistant exceptional productivity and task efficiency. Specialized in team coordination, logistics management, and player development support. Great ability in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability to enhance operational effectiveness within football programs.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Football Recruiting Specialist
Alabama Football
Tuscaloosa, AL
04.2025 - Current
- Edited and organized game film for coaches to evaluate current and future prospects using Hudl, XOS, UCReport, and Warroom
- Assisted with various tasks during prospect summer camps, including measurement collection.
Intern
Hula Bowl
Deland, FL
01.2026 - 01.2026
- Coordinated event logistics and on-field operations for seamless execution
- Planned and executed Hula Bowl Youth Camp, enhancing youth engagement in the sport
- Supported Coach Ike Hillard during bowl game week, ensuring efficient preparation for gametime
- Set up practice field every day and game field
Summer Ticket Office Intern
Birmingham Barons
Birmingham, AL
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Sold game tickets, season passes, and group packages to enhance customer experience
- Handled payments and issued tickets in person and over the phone to ensure smooth transactions
- Scanned tickets and managed rainchecks to maintain accurate records and customer satisfaction
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspace to enhance efficiency
Premium Ambassador
Crimson Tide Hospitality
Tuscaloosa, AL
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Cultivated customer relations and enhanced satisfaction through friendly demeanor
- Engaged guests in conversation to provide hospitality, support service recovery, and build trust
- Established a positive first impression for customers and clients to enhance their experience
Valet
PMC Company
Birmingham, AL
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Established positive customer rapport to deliver courteous, friendly, and professional service
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently parking and retrieving vehicles in a timely manner
- Ensured cleanliness of work sites, parking spaces, and guest services stations to enhance guest experience
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL08-2026
Skills
- Athlete recruitment
- Performance evaluation
- Team collaboration
- Data management
- Willingness to learn
- Film analysis
Certification
- Sports marketing Essentials, Front Office Sports Learning, 03/23/25
- Athlete Marketing Essentials: NIL Certification, Front Office Sports Learning, 03/24/25
- HubSpot Social Media Marketing, Crowd Manager Fundamentals, Venue Staff, 12/28/25
References
- Jax Warshaw, Recruiting Coordinator, University Of Alabama Football, (770) 337-1223, Boss while a Recruiting Specialist with Alabama Football
- Anthony Quiroz, Director of Equipment Services, Eastern Washington University & Hula Bowl, (509) 990-7931, Supervisor during time in Deland, FL for the Hula Bowl
- Armando Varela III, Director of Football Operations, Hula Bowl, (619) 606-4348, Boss during time with the Hula Bowl
Timeline
Intern
Hula Bowl
01.2026 - 01.2026
Football Recruiting Specialist
Alabama Football
04.2025 - Current
Summer Ticket Office Intern
Birmingham Barons
04.2025 - 08.2025
Valet
PMC Company
05.2024 - 08.2024
Premium Ambassador
Crimson Tide Hospitality
02.2024 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Sport Management
The University of Alabama