Jewel Springer
Portland,OR
Summary
As a retired college athlete, I bring a unique form of grit and perseverance to any opportunity given to me. I have a strong background in swim coaching, and am prepared to bring valuable skills and knowledge to any role. Known for excellent team collaboration, adaptability, and reliability in meeting changing needs. I gained invaluable experience in large-scale fundraising while working for a D1 and Power 5 school's athletic fund. I also have experience in customer service, as well as social media marketing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Competitive Swim Coach
Tualatin Hills Swim Club
Beaverton, Oregon
07.2024 - Current
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Built relationships with children and their families
Sales Associate
Vuori
Portland, Oregon
09.2024 - Current
- Initiated clienteling approach to build strong relationships with key customers, encouraging repeat business.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Participated in visual merchandising, creating attractive displays that stimulated customer interest and sales.
Swim Coach, Swim Instructor, Lifeguard
King Aquatic Club, Marine Hills Swim and Tennis
04.2018 - Current
- Aided a client in training for a triathlon, built a training plan
- Swim coach for King Aquatic Club, as well as lifeguard
- Aided WSU Swim Team with running swim camps with upwards of 130 children in attendance.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving athletes and their success.
- Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.
- Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed athletes carefully to correct technique and form.
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee
WSU Athletics
08.2021 - 05.2024
- Vice president of SAAC, the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee
- Effectively communicated with diverse group of athletes, coaches, and other staff using dynamic listening and open-ended questioning skills.
- SAAC offers input on the rules, regulations, and policies that affect student-athletes' lives
- Through SAAC I am also involved in an environmental Pac 12 committee, where we strived to make each Pac 12 campus more environmentally friendly.
Washington State University Swim Team
Washington State University
08.2019 - 03.2024
- Gained the ability to succeed in situations with high stress
- As a my team relied on me to make decisions that further the team both from a culture and performance standpoint
- Developed and maintained key relationships fellow athletes, coaching staff, and school administrators and professors.
- Attended all practices, meetings, and workouts on time.
- Managed time effectively while traveling for meets, attending practice, and going to classes.
Social Media and Marketing Specialist
Rico's Bar and Pub
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Aided Rico's Pub and its staff in creating a marketing and social media-posting plan to guarantee more traffic into the restaurant.
- Devised and implemented strategies to optimize digital marketing campaigns.
- Monitored industry trends to adapt strategies accordingly.
Cougar Athletic Fund
WSU Athletics
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked as a summer intern through the WSU Athletic Department
- First time working in an office setting
- Met people who helped me understand that I would like to pursue a job in athletics
- Researched and made projects that helped higher-ups think of new ways to market fundraising to younger generations and plans to do so
- Researched the effects of a smaller attendance at basketball games and how it correlates to wins or losses.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05.2023
Skills
- Strong leader
- Community driven
- Skills assessments
- Works well with kids
- Verbal and written communication
- Media Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Sales Associate
Vuori
09.2024 - Current
Competitive Swim Coach
Tualatin Hills Swim Club
07.2024 - Current
Social Media and Marketing Specialist
Rico's Bar and Pub
03.2023 - 04.2023
Cougar Athletic Fund
WSU Athletics
05.2022 - 08.2022
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee
WSU Athletics
08.2021 - 05.2024
Washington State University Swim Team
Washington State University
08.2019 - 03.2024
Swim Coach, Swim Instructor, Lifeguard
King Aquatic Club, Marine Hills Swim and Tennis
04.2018 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Washington State University
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