DERIC THOMPSON
Harvey
Summary
I am a Sports Management/MBA graduate looking to obtain employment in the sports management field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Solutient Corporation
01.2019 - Current
- Assisted in formulating Milestone Reports for properties to track progress towards completion of milestones.
- Analyzed and sorted financial reports into organized filing and storage systems to enhance retrieval efficiency.
- Performed data entry for Hazard Mitigation information and processes to maintain accurate records.
Football Recruiting Student Internship
Southern Miss
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted with gameday recruiting operations to streamline candidate engagement and showcase team environment
- Collaborated with position coaches to refine recruitment communication strategies, improving outreach effectiveness
- Hosted prospective student athletes during campus visits to provide insights on programs and culture
Social Media Ambassador
Southern Miss
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Coordinated planning and execution of marketing events and promotions for School of Marketing Recruitment and Retention Committee, enhancing outreach efforts
- Managed logistics and promotional activities for Sports Management Symposium, connecting with schools to ensure successful event execution
- Represented School of Marketing during College of Business and Economic Development events, fostering engagement and visibility
Intern
Southern Miss Athletic Marketing Department
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with the Athletic Marketing Director in planning various sporting events
- Executed scorekeeping and other behind-the-scenes tasks for Southern Miss Athletic events to ensure smooth operations
- Supported initiatives to boost student body attendance at campus sporting events through targeted outreach
- Assisted with on-field promotions for football, basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, and soccer games to enhance spectator engagement
Event Facilities & Event Operations Ambassador
Southern Miss Athletics
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Executed home football game setup at M.M. Roberts Stadium, ensuring readiness for fan engagement.
- Coordinated ingress setup and conducted facility maintenance checks while performing security sweeps to enhance fan safety.
- Supported Southern Miss Athletics Facilities and Events through coursework in SM 466 Sport Facility and Event Management, gaining practical experience in event operations.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12-2025
Master of Science - Sport Management
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12-2025
Sport Security Management Certificate -
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Business Administration
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS12-2023
Skills
- Project management
- Event management
- Microsoft Office
- Data analysis
- Athletic department services
- Sports marketing
- Team leadership
- Team participation
- Communication
- Athletic event planning
Affiliations
- AFRO-AMERICAN STUDENT ORGANIZATION, 2021-Present
- YOU DO MATTER SCHOLAR, 2019-Present
- BETA GAMMA SIGMA, 2023-Present
Volunteer Experience
St. Mary Missionary Baptist Church Feeding Ministry, 2018-Present
Awards
- PRESIDENT’S LIST, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI x4
- DEAN’S LIST, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI x3
Timeline
Football Recruiting Student Internship
Southern Miss
08.2025 - 12.2025
Social Media Ambassador
Southern Miss
08.2024 - 05.2025
Intern
Southern Miss Athletic Marketing Department
08.2022 - 05.2025
Event Facilities & Event Operations Ambassador
Southern Miss Athletics
08.2022 - 12.2022
Administrative Assistant
Solutient Corporation
01.2019 - Current
Master of Business Administration -
University of Southern Mississippi
Master of Science - Sport Management
University of Southern Mississippi
Sport Security Management Certificate -
University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Business Administration
University of Southern Mississippi