Joseph Roark
Summary
Dynamic athletics professional with a proven track record in athlete development, group leadership, and adaptive training across multiple modalities and industries. Driven by an endless desire to help athletes become the best versions of themselves in all aspects of both sports performance and personal development both on and off the field.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stunt Performer
SAG-AFTRA
Atlanta, GA
01.2018 - Current
- Responsible for consistently designing new, exciting, dynamic, and engaging performances based on the needs of individual production teams.
- Reinforced an extremely high safety standard by assisting in the development and implementation of risk assessments, safety protocols, and in the moment adaptations for small and large scale production teams.
- Designed tailor-made training programs for actors and performers based on their individual needs and the demands of their role in the stunt sequences or production.
Strength and Conditioning Coach
More Legendary Athletics
Chicago, IL
06.2016 - Current
- Advanced athlete performance through designing, testing, and implementing customized strength and conditioning programs over both long and short time frames to achieve the athlete's desired outcomes.
- Specialized in improving movement patterns through individualized communication techniques based on how each athlete learns and internalizes information.
- Responsible for staying up to date on the current research data within numerous areas of strength and conditioning to maintain the highest possible standard of coaching.
- Coordinated with other industry professionals to help each athlete with their specific needs and goals.
CrossFit Coach
CrossFit Identity
Atlanta, GA
05.2018 - 11.2023
- Developed and nurtured strong relationships with clients by consistently providing both practical and motivational support as they progressed through their fitness journey.
- Ensured a high level of safety within the facility adhering to the guidelines and protocols of CrossFit HQ and CrossFit Identity simultaneously.
- Employed the scaling/modification standards of CrossFit HQ and CrossFit Identity on a case by case basis to ensure the safety and success of each athlete based on the demands of the daily workout.
- Collaborated with a broad range of coaching staff in order to facilitate the growth of individual athletes and the community as a whole.
Soccer Coach Volunteer
Ottumwa High School
Ottumwa, IA
03.2011 - 06.2011
- Cultivated a positive and safe environment for players to grow as both athletes and young adults by taking a measured approach to mentoring each individual.
- Responsible for creating, coordinating, and implementing a diverse range of drills across multiple phases of the season based on the goals of the team and specific athletes.
- Kept athletes as safe and injury free as possible along with aiding recovering athletes to return to the field quickly; however, only when the PT and coaching staff believed they were ready.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theater: Acting
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2016
No Degree - Mathematics
Grandview University
Des MoinesHigh School Diploma -
Ottumwa High School
Ottumwa06.2010
Skills
- Expertise in Athlete Development
- Group Leadership & Motivation
- Athlete Safety & Recovery
- Performance Evaluation
- Talent Recruitment
- Staff Development
- Nutritional Education
- Creativity and Flexibility
Accomplishments
- Stunt Double for Jeremy Renner (Hawkeye)
- USA Weightlifting National Championships Qualifier
- CrossFit Regionals Team Qualifier (2014)
- NAIA Soccer National Championships Qualifier (2010)
- 1st Team All Conference: Soccer (2009-2010)
Certification
- CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
- Certified Actor Combatant: Society of American Fight Directors
- Certified Actor Combatant: British Academy of Stage & Screen Combat
Additional Information
- Volunteer Soccer Referee (2007-2010)
- Des Moines Menace Tryout Participate (2011)
- Soccer Team Captain for 10+ Years
Timeline
CrossFit Coach
CrossFit Identity
05.2018 - 11.2023
Stunt Performer
SAG-AFTRA
01.2018 - Current
Strength and Conditioning Coach
More Legendary Athletics
06.2016 - Current
Soccer Coach Volunteer
Ottumwa High School
03.2011 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Theater: Acting
Columbia College Chicago
No Degree - Mathematics
Grandview University
High School Diploma -
Ottumwa High School