Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Leadership & Involvement
Awards
Volunteer Experience
Timeline
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Gavin Berk

Tempe,AZ

Summary

A hardworking Honors student enrolled at Arizona State University with a strong interest in the tourism business field seeking internships and employment. Professional team-oriented worker with a consistent record of supporting operational goals and achieving results. Adept at fostering strong team collaboration and adapting to changing needs efficiently. Known for reliability and proactive approach, leveraging effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Member

M Culinary Concepts
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong event service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Enhanced event attendee experience by providing excellent customer service and addressing any concerns.
  • Supported catering staff in providing quality food service for guests during events, maintaining cleanliness and organization.
  • Set up event facilities and equipment, cleaned areas, and organized supplies.
  • Performed post-event tasks such as breaking down areas, removing trash, and cleaning facilities.
  • Collaborated with event organizers to ensure a smooth flow of activities and maintain schedules.

Senior Camp Counselor

Harleysville Summer Day Camp
06.2023 - Current
  • Utilized strong organizational skills to maintain accurate inventory of camp supplies, ensuring timely reordering when needed.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness by gathering feedback from campers, parents, and fellow staff members at the end of each session.
  • Ensured a memorable summer experience for campers by consistently displaying enthusiasm, positivity, and professionalism throughout the season.
  • Enhanced camper experience by developing and implementing diverse, age-appropriate activities.
  • Implemented innovative programming ideas to keep campers engaged throughout the summer season.
  • Provided first aid care for minor injuries, ensuring all incidents were documented according to camp policies.
  • Developed leadership skills in campers through structured activities that encouraged personal responsibility and teamwork.
  • Facilitated team-building exercises that fostered camaraderie among campers and staff members.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.

Co-Founder

Judge Not
01.2020 - Current
  • Created and Designed Clothing and Content Brand
  • Run and Operate Online Store, Finances, and Social Media
  • Goal is to create a world where people can be themselves free of judgment in order to live the life they choose, no matter their background or who they are

Club Promoter

EEG
03.2024 - 08.2024
  • Maximized revenue by consistently meeting and exceeding sales targets for admission tickets and VIP packages.
  • Regularly attended local networking events to establish new industry connections and maintain strong relationships with existing clients and partners.
  • Maintained a professional image while representing the club at various industry-related functions and networking opportunities.
  • Boosted club attendance by implementing strategic marketing campaigns and promotional events.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Collaborated with venue staff to ensure optimal guest experience through attentive service and well-maintained facilities.

Senior Counselor

Magnolia Day Camp
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Led and maintained classroom and group activities for kindergarten students
  • Communicated and worked with other counselors on a consistent basis
  • Managed and oversaw field trips and camp events
  • Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
  • Collaborated with fellow counselors to create memorable events that promoted teamwork and strengthened bonds among campers.

Production Coordinator

Devilpalooza Music Festival
01.2021 - 03.2022
  • Production Set up/Tear down
  • Collaborated plan and coordinate logistical decisions
  • Teamed with opening act on run of show
  • Booked vendors and attractions
  • Developed creative strategies for event promotion, driving audience engagement and ticket sales.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
  • Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.

Volunteer

Perkiomen Valley School District
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Mentor for underprivileged students
  • Planned group and individual activities
  • Mentored multiple students throughout the year

Commissioner

Perkiomen Valley Link Crew
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Led Link Leaders in Activities and Leadership Workshops
  • Toured freshmen and new students around school
  • Took part in planning and running of events and projects throughout year

Class President

Perkiomen Valley
04.2017 - 12.2021
  • Planned Events and Activities
  • Took part in managing class finances, media, and events
  • Became a leader and a contact for class
  • Promoted a positive school culture through the implementation of inclusive activities and events for all students.
  • Motivated classmates to participate in extracurricular activities, boosting overall involvement in clubs and sports teams.
  • Improved communication between students and faculty by establishing regular meetings with administrators.
  • Served as class spokesperson, liaising between students, parents and school administrators.

Varsity Player

Perkiomen Valley HS Soccer Team
08.2016 - 11.2021
  • Achieved lifelong aspirations through proven work ethic, dedication and visualization.
  • Increased overall team morale through regular social events designed to strengthen interpersonal relationships among teammates.
  • Managed full-time sports career while simultaneously finishing high school studies.

Team Member

Urban Air Llc
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • Operated at registration counters
  • Maintained Trampolines and other Equipment
  • Monitored Trampolines
  • Operated rope courses and rock walls

Education

Tourism Development and Management -

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Perkiomen Valley High School
Collegeville, PA
06-2021

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Clear Communication
  • Cleaning
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Leadership Qualities
  • Decision-making capabilities
  • Workplace Safety
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Creativity and Innovation

Leadership & Involvement

  • Co-Founder, Judge Not, Philadelphia, PA, 01/20 - Present, Created and Designed Clothing and Content Brand, Run and Operate Online Store, Finances, and Social Media, Goal is to create a world where people can be themselves free of judgment in order to live the life they choose, no matter their background or who they are
  • Production Coordinator, Devilpalooza Music Festival, Tempe, AZ, 01/21 - Present, Production Set up/Tear down, Collaborated plan and coordinate logistical decisions, Teamed with opening act on run of show, Booked vendors and attractions
  • President, Perkiomen Valley, Collegeville, PA, 01/21 - 12/21, Planned Events and Activities, Worked with Administration to bring change in school, Managed class finances, media, and events, Became a leader and a contact for class
  • Commissioner, Perkiomen Valley Link Crew, Collegeville, PA, 01/20 - 12/21, Led Link Leaders in Activities and Leadership Workshops, Toured freshmen and new students around school, Planned and ran events and projects throughout the year
  • Varsity Player, Perkiomen Valley HS Soccer Team, Collegeville, PA, 01/20 - 12/21

Awards

  • Citizen's Award, Pioneer Athletic Conference, 2021
  • Student of the Month, Trappe Rotary Club, 2019
  • Weidner University Leadership Award, Pioneer Athletic Conference, 2020
  • AP Scholar, College Board, 2020
  • National Student Leadership Conference, Georgetown University, 2019

Volunteer Experience

  • Volunteer, Martin Luther King Day of Service - Perkiomen Valley School, Magnolia Enrichment Center, 01/22 - 01/23, Led and maintained classroom and group activities for kindergarten students, Communicated and worked with other counselors on a consistent basis, Managed and oversaw field trips and camp events
  • Volunteer, Big Brothers Big Sisters - Perkiomen Valley School District, Valley, 01/20 - 12/21, Mentor for underprivileged students, Planned group and individual activities, Mentored multiple students throughout the year
  • Volunteer, Martin Luther King Day of Service - Perkiomen Valley School, Magnolia, 01/15 - 12/21, Took part in many types of service projects, Led elementary and middle school students on projects

Timeline

Team Member

M Culinary Concepts
08.2024 - Current

Club Promoter

EEG
03.2024 - 08.2024

Senior Camp Counselor

Harleysville Summer Day Camp
06.2023 - Current

Senior Counselor

Magnolia Day Camp
05.2022 - 08.2022

Production Coordinator

Devilpalooza Music Festival
01.2021 - 03.2022

Co-Founder

Judge Not
01.2020 - Current

Volunteer

Perkiomen Valley School District
01.2020 - 12.2021

Commissioner

Perkiomen Valley Link Crew
01.2020 - 12.2021

Team Member

Urban Air Llc
01.2019 - 12.2020

Class President

Perkiomen Valley
04.2017 - 12.2021

Varsity Player

Perkiomen Valley HS Soccer Team
08.2016 - 11.2021

Tourism Development and Management -

Arizona State University

High School Diploma -

Perkiomen Valley High School
Gavin Berk