Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Languages
Certification
References
Timeline
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Eastman Esson

Eastman Esson

Buffalo, Minnesota (Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area)

Summary

I am a rising Senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Sports Management at Minnesota State University, Mankato. I am passionate about sports and ready to work from day one. I have excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building skills, and multiple certifications in CPR/AED, First Aid, and Lift Operator. I am always eager to learn new things and improve my skills, and I aspire to pursue a career in the sports industry that allows me to combine my education, experience, and interests.

See more about me on my Linkden Page: www.linkedin.com/in/eastmanesson

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Football Development Coach

Minnesota Vikings
Eagan, Minnesota
02.2025 - Current
  • Assist with coaching all Vikings Youth Football Initiatives, including Vikings Summer Camps, Training Camp Clinics, Girls Football Academy, Vikings of Tomorrow, Vikings Kids Club clinics, and miscellaneous youth football events.
  • Provide coaching assistance for Vikings High School Football Initiatives, including Gatorade Prep Elite, Nike 11-ON, and more.
  • Assist in the growth and participation of youth and high school football throughout the region.
  • Represent the Minnesota Vikings in a professional manner during all youth and high school football events.

Stadium Operations Intern

Minnesota United FC
St. Paul, Minnesota
05.2024 - Current
  • Aid in the management and organization of game day set up, execution, and tear down.
  • Work as a team to complete necessary set up of special events in accordance with an event layout.
  • Assist with maintenance, upkeep, and organization within the stadium.
  • Any other duties as assigned.

Varsity Kicking Coach/Special Teams Assistant

Buffalo High School (MN)
Buffalo , MN
06.2022 - Current
  • Coach kickers and punters on proper techniques for field goals, kickoffs, and punts to improve accuracy and distance.
  • Develop and implement specialized drills focusing on foot placement, approach angles, and follow-through mechanics.
  • Analyze game and practice film to identify technical adjustments and tailor individualized feedback.
  • Collaborate with head coach and offensive/defensive coordinators to design and coordinate special teams plays and formations.
  • Lead pre-game warm-up routines and mental-prep sessions (with specialists) to build athlete confidence under pressure.
  • Mentor student-athletes in life skills, academic responsibilities, and personal development, reinforcing the four core values of Buffalo Football (Character, Toughness, Relentless, and Investment) to support their growth on and off the field into responsible young men.
  • Organize equipment and manage session logistics to ensure efficient, on-time practice and pre-game workflows.

Grounds Crew Worker

Wild Marsh Golf Club
Buffalo, Minnesota
04.2022 - 07.2025
  • Cleared public and private areas of debris before and after events.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal, and thinning.
  • Repaired ground structures regularly, sticking to schedules and meeting facility needs.
  • Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.

Student Assistant Football Manager

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN
08.2022 - 04.2024
  • Film for Fall and Spring Football practices and games.
  • Ensure all camera equipment is set up and ready to go before/after practices and games.
  • Edit/Cut the film for that day.
  • Build strong relationships with the players and coaches.
  • Help with any camera/merchandise/ or any other miscellaneous items fro practice and gameday.

Sports Director/Coach

Skyhawks Sports Minnesota
Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Designed weekly youth sports camp plans.
  • Adapted the weekly plan on the fly when necessary.
  • Coordinated early with the site or organization representative to solve all logistics of the camps.
  • Communicated the weekly plan to other coaches.
  • Coached the camp attendees on various different sports.
  • Provided any necessary first aid.

Education

Sport Management

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Buffalo High School
Buffalo, MN
06-2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Hard Working
  • Event Management
  • Skilled Multi-Tasker
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Organization Skills
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Easily Adaptable
  • Sports Management
  • Player Development
  • Sports Coaching
  • Operations
  • Maintaing Equipment/Items

Accomplishments

2025 Spring Dean's List - Sport Management (College of Allied Health and Nursing)

2021 Football Season Academic All- District (North Central-Black)

Affiliations

Activities and Societies:

Minnesota State University-Mankato:

Student Assistant (Football) 2022-2024

Intramural Soccer, Basketball, Football and Hockey

Sport Management Association

Buffalo High School (MN)

Varsity Football Player (2020 and 2021 Season)

Varsity Basketball Manager (2019-2022)

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Finnish
Professional

Certification

HEADS UP Concussion Training for Youth Sports Coaches
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Issued May 2023

Mandated Reporter Training for Youth Programs
Minnesota Department of Human Services
Issued May 2023

Lift Operator (Scissor/Boom)
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Issued Aug 2022

CPR/AED/First Aid
National CPR Foundation
Issued May 2023 Expires May 2025

Credential ID D9B9D277

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Youth Football Development Coach

Minnesota Vikings
02.2025 - Current

Stadium Operations Intern

Minnesota United FC
05.2024 - Current

Sports Director/Coach

Skyhawks Sports Minnesota
06.2023 - 08.2023

Student Assistant Football Manager

Minnesota State University, Mankato
08.2022 - 04.2024

Varsity Kicking Coach/Special Teams Assistant

Buffalo High School (MN)
06.2022 - Current

Grounds Crew Worker

Wild Marsh Golf Club
04.2022 - 07.2025

Sport Management

Minnesota State University, Mankato

High School Diploma -

Buffalo High School

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