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John Kirksey

John Kirksey

Lawrenceville,US

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Athletic Director with 4 years of experience in leading and managing athletic programs. Proven track record of enhancing team performance, fostering strong relationships with coaches, student-athletes, and parents, and achieving overall program success. Skilled in budget management, facility coordination, and ensuring compliance with athletic regulations. Seeking a challenging position as an Athletic Director and coach where I can utilize my leadership skills to drive excellence in sports programs and contribute to the holistic development of student-athletes. Proactive and achievement-oriented administrator bringing 10 years of marketing and leadership experience with special emphasis helping athletic/academic clientele. Effectively increases social media reach and client digital profile to catapult company forward with sustained growth. Articulate communicator, natural leader and organized manager.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Athletic Director

Notre Dame Academy
08.2020 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day operations of K-12 academies' athletic department, overseeing all administrative tasks and ensuring smooth functioning of athletic events and programs
  • Increased community involvement in the athletics department, resulting in enhanced support and engagement from local businesses and residents
  • Collaborated with coaches, teachers, and administration to efficiently schedule and maintain events in alignment with our academy's standards
  • Implemented and enforced academic requirements outlined in student athlete contracts, resulting in an increase of student athletes meeting eligibility criteria.

Upper School Teacher

Notre Dame Academy
08.2020 - Current
  • Developed and delivered curriculum for a diverse range of subjects, including Upper and Middle School Art, Graphic Design, Film Studies, Weight Training, Sports Marketing, and PE
  • Instructed students in accordance with the International Baccalaureate Curriculum
  • Implemented a variety of educational software and online resources to increase student engagement and comprehension.

Production Assistant

Warner Brothers
12.2018 - 03.2020
  • Managed day-to-day administrative tasks within the production office of film studios, ensuring smooth operations and timely completion of projects
  • Managed project delivery for film and TV productions, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets
  • Utilized technical skills in Microsoft Excel and accounting software to create and update financial reports for producers on a weekly basis.

Department Lead

Belk
03.2015 - 07.2016
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the women's shoe department, ensuring smooth functioning and exceptional customer service
  • Conducted weekly audits to maintain accurate stock levels
  • Exceeded sales goals by delivering exceptional customer service and implementing proactive sales strategies.

FHA Title 1 Stip Clear

Clayton Homes/ Vanderbilt Mortgage
06.2014 - 06.2015
  • Utilized expertise in FHA Title 1 guidelines to ensure compliance with stipulations and facilitate a seamless loan approval process.

Education

Master of Science - Social Media

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
05.2026

Masters of Science - Sports Management

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
01.2023

Bachelors of Arts - Televsion and Film

Savannah College of Art and Design
Atlanta, GA
01.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Maryville College
Maryville, TN
01.2014

Skills

  • Budgeting
  • Resource Allocation
  • Planning
  • Scheduling
  • Marketing
  • Integrity
  • Teamwork
  • Creativity
  • Organization
  • Willingness to Learn
  • Empathy
  • Effective Communication
  • Adobe Suite
  • Microsoft Office
  • Constant Contact
  • Sitemodify
  • Staff Recruiting
  • Media Relations
  • Athletic program development

Software

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Indesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premiere Pro

Avid

Canva

Social Media Metrics

Hootsuite

Constant Contact

Timeline

Athletic Director

Notre Dame Academy
08.2020 - Current

Upper School Teacher

Notre Dame Academy
08.2020 - Current

Production Assistant

Warner Brothers
12.2018 - 03.2020

Department Lead

Belk
03.2015 - 07.2016

FHA Title 1 Stip Clear

Clayton Homes/ Vanderbilt Mortgage
06.2014 - 06.2015

Master of Science - Social Media

University of Florida

Masters of Science - Sports Management

University of Florida

Bachelors of Arts - Televsion and Film

Savannah College of Art and Design

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Maryville College
John Kirksey