David Ellis
San Antonio
Summary
Dynamic Public Relations and Communications Leader with a Bachelor's in Communications and 10+ years of experience in relevant environments, perfectly suited to serve as the MVISD Community Relations Coordinator. Proven expertise in media relations, communications, graphic design, and community engagement. Deeply rooted in the local education community as a Teacher/Coach and current Vice President of the Southwest ISD Education Foundation. Skilled at translating cost and benefits of services from sales tenure with the San Antonio Spurs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Teacher/Coach
Southwest Independent School District (SWISD)
San Antonio
01.2014 - Current
- Coordinated district-wide programs and committees as Multi-Classroom Leader and District Lead for Social Studies.
- Managed athletic programs, social media accounts, and coordinating community events.
- Developed curriculum for Sports Marketing and Audio-Video, guiding students in business applications.
- Taught courses in English, Social Studies, Sports Marketing, and CTE-Audio/Video.
- Coached teams in Soccer, Football, Basketball, Tennis, and Track.
Membership Services Representative
San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Executed strategic marketing campaigns for corporate clients, enhancing revenue and long-term relationships.
- Managed high-value accounts, identifying cross-marketing and sponsorship opportunities.
- Negotiated and closed sales for tickets and corporate partnerships, consistently surpassing targets.
- Processed membership renewals and new applications efficiently using CRM software.
Secondary Teacher/Coach
Northeast Independent School District (NEISD)
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Social Studies Teacher.
- Basketball, Football, Soccer, and Track coach.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Boise State University
Boise, IDMaster of Science - Sports Administration, Business
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OKSkills
- Curriculum development
- Digital communications
- Social media management
- Student engagement
- Instructional technology
- Community outreach
- Account management
- Strategic planning
- Event coordination
- Marketing strategy
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
Certification
- Marketing Grades 7-12
- Technology Applications 7-12
- Generalist Grades 4-8
- Social Studies Grades 7-12
- Special Education Grades K-12
- CPR/First Aid
- CDL, School Bus
References
- Pete Wagner, Athletic Director, SWISD, pwagner@swisd.net, 817-771-4092
- Jay Winbush, Membership Service Coordinator, San Antonio Spurs, jwinbush@spurs.com, 732-275-7292
- Amanda Wagner, Principal, Southwest High School, awagner@swisd.net, 817-771-9688
Awards
- Coach of The Month, 10/01/24
- Teacher of The Year, 05/01/22
- District Teacher of The Year Finalist, 05/01/22
Timeline
Membership Services Representative
San Antonio Spurs
01.2018 - 01.2022
Secondary Teacher/Coach
Northeast Independent School District (NEISD)
01.2018 - 01.2019
Secondary Teacher/Coach
Southwest Independent School District (SWISD)
01.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Boise State University
Master of Science - Sports Administration, Business
Southeastern Oklahoma State University