Jacob Butz
Indianola,Iowa
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mascot [Cubbie Bear]
Iowa Cubs
Des Moines, IA
11.2023 - Current
- Engaged in multiple community events and performed at 55 of 75 home games during the 2024 season, connecting with tens of thousands of fans and participating in mascot birthday parties, school visits, and local festivals.
- Followed a daily game schedule that included interacting with fans, participating in pre-game activities like Cubbie's Introduction, Anthem Buddies, and Play Ball, providing personal interactions in every SkyBox Suite, and concluding games by 'singing' the Seventh-Inning Stretch with fans.
Child Care Provider
Indianola Child Care
Indianola, IA
05.2022 - Current
- Worked as an afternoon group helper at Indianola Child Care during the summers 2022 and 2023, engaging students with educational activities and supervising lunch, snacks, and field trips.
- Gained additional experience throughout the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 school years by working in elementary schools, assisting with morning and afternoon student supervision.
- Promoted to Group Leader in summer 2024, organizing classroom spaces, developing themed learning activities, and managing a group of 18 students from grades 2nd to 4th.
Mascot [Viktor the Viking]
Grand View University
Des Moines, IA
09.2019 - Current
- Officially signed as Grand View University's first mascot in October 2022, performing at various events across five states, and for 13 of the university's sports teams.
- Initiated the Skol Chant in February 2022, enhancing fan engagement at campus events, and launched 'Pic with Vik' in September 2023, offering pre-game photo opportunities and autographed items for fans.
- Established a TikTok account for Viktor in December 2023, creating and producing social media content to increase the mascot's online presence and fan interaction.
Proctor
Grand View University
Des Moines, IA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Scheduled and prepared tests in advance, ensuring accommodations were documented and implemented for individual students during testing.
- Monitored and assisted test takers, addressing needs based on accommodations, while maintaining a supportive testing environment.
- Scanned, filed, and delivered tests both physically and electronically to teachers; organized and archived accommodation plans and files from previous years.
Mascot [Billy the Barnstormer]
Iowa Barnstormers
Des Moines, IA
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Performed during the 2023 season, engaging with fans, leading in-game promotions, and participating in 7 out of 8 home games at Wells Fargo Arena.
- Created social media content and represented the team at community events, collaborating with the General Manager and Office Manager for planning and execution.
- Due to my effective performance, the team's front office launched a campaign to promote the mascot for the 2024 Indoor Football League (IFL) Best Mascot award.
Summer Painter/Maintenance Worker
Grand View University
Des Moines, IA
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Prepped, painted, and cleaned dorms across campus, ensuring a clean and updated living environment for students.
- Performed yardwork and heavy labor, including moving furniture and pulling weeds, to maintain and enhance campus grounds.
Education
Grand View University
Indianola, Iowa09.2024
High School Diploma -
Indianola High School
IndianolaLanguages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Quote
In order to have a testimony, you have to have a test.
Teddy Bridgewater
Timeline
Proctor
Grand View University
01.2024 - 05.2024
Mascot [Cubbie Bear]
Iowa Cubs
11.2023 - Current
Mascot [Billy the Barnstormer]
Iowa Barnstormers
03.2023 - 04.2024
Child Care Provider
Indianola Child Care
05.2022 - Current
Summer Painter/Maintenance Worker
Grand View University
05.2021 - 08.2021
Mascot [Viktor the Viking]
Grand View University
09.2019 - Current
Grand View University
High School Diploma -
Indianola High School
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