Derek Dunbar
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletics Photographer
LSU Athletic Photography
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
- Showcased diverse photography styles for sports informational directors to choose from, increasing portfolio versatility.
- Regularly networked at industry events to form lasting professional connections leading to new opportunities.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
- Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Sports Official
Louisiana High School Officials Association
06.2020 - Current
- Educated athletes, coaches and fellow officials about game rules and regulations.
- Collaborated with other officials to ensure accuracy in rulings and adherence to established guidelines.
- Explained and taught regulations and rules to players and coaches.
- Enhanced spectator enjoyment by maintaining a smooth flow of the game through timely decisions.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with rule changes and officiating techniques.
- Received positive feedback from teams and spectators for professionalism and thorough knowledge of sport rules.
- Maintained clear communication channels with fellow officials throughout games to ensure consistency in decision-making processes.
- Coordinated with other referees to execute smooth and consistent games.
- Stayed physically fit to keep up with pace of games.
Assistant Camp Director
New Orleans Recreation Department Commission
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Opened and closed facilities and secured building at end of program by locking doors and turning off lights.
- Earned First Aid, CPR and [Type] certifications with emphasis on children's treatment protocols.
- Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.
- Streamlined registration process through the implementation of an online system resulting in increased efficiency for both parents/guardians enrolling children into camp as well as administrative personnel processing paperwork.
- Coached and mentored camp counselors and instructors in effective strategies for relating to students and teaching important life skills.
- Maintained fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility.
- Hired, disciplined and managed 15 camp staff members.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Football Referee
Southwest College Football- Lonestar
07.2023 - Current
- Streamlined the flow of gameplay by effectively managing substitutions and other administrative tasks throughout each match.
- Stay current on rule changes and updates through regular participation in referee training sessions and workshops.
- Reviewed and studied rulebooks to maintain current knowledge of updates and changes.
- Monitored play times and elapsed time during particular events, stopping clocks to meet regulatory requirements.
Valet Parking Attendant
Premium Parking
11.2023 - Current
- Upheld company policies consistently, ensuring adherence to dress code, punctuality, and professional conduct standards among staff members.
- Answered questions and provided information about [Area of expertise].
- Used [Software] to record customer name, make and model of vehicle and length of stay, maintaining up-to-date log.
- Answered general questions about parking fees, facilities, and directions.
- Explained parking rates and retrieval procedures to guests upon arrival.
- Collaborated with hotel staff to ensure seamless communication regarding guest arrivals and departures.
Baseball Official
Gulf Coast Athletic Conference
10.2023 - Current
- Reviewed and studied rulebooks to maintain current knowledge of updates and changes.
- Provided constructive feedback to new or less experienced officials, promoting their professional growth within the industry.
- Increased game efficiency by promptly making decisive calls on fouls, out-of-bounds plays, and other rule infractions.
- Upheld high standards of sportsmanship among players through consistent enforcement of conduct-related rules during games.
- Collaborated closely with fellow officials to ensure consistency in rule interpretation and enforcement throughout each game.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Adminstration-Leadership
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA12.2024
High School Diploma -
St.Augustine High School
New Orleans, LA05.2020
Skills
- Guest service
- Analytical Thinking
- Operations Management
- Goal-Oriented
- Microsoft Office
- Video Editing
- Attention to Detail
- Advanced Camera Skills
- Digital Photography
Timeline
Valet Parking Attendant
Premium Parking
11.2023 - Current
Baseball Official
Gulf Coast Athletic Conference
10.2023 - Current
Football Referee
Southwest College Football- Lonestar
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Camp Director
New Orleans Recreation Department Commission
05.2023 - 08.2023
Athletics Photographer
LSU Athletic Photography
06.2020 - 08.2021
Sports Official
Louisiana High School Officials Association
06.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Sports Adminstration-Leadership
Louisiana State University And A&M College
High School Diploma -
St.Augustine High School
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