JUSTIN A. ESTRADA
Downey,CA
Summary
Current student working toward my Bachelors degree in Sports journalism and looking to apply my skills to start my career in the sports industry field. Identifying and quickly closing any knowledge gaps to offer value to my employer and team. Reliable candidate ready to pursue a full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Associate
LA Galaxy
02.2022 - Current
- Remaining informed on current promotional events and sales and shared details with shoppers
- Maintaining professional appearance and adhered to company dress code during shift
- Striving to meet and surpass individual and team sales goals
- Suggesting additional products and services to increase sales
- Using business and product knowledge to solve customer needs
- Assisting customers with locating specific items in the store or suggesting alternative options based on their preferences.
- Providing excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues swiftly.
Camp Director
Parks and Recreation Department
04.2021 - Current
- Keeping campers safe with consistent enforcement of rules
- Completing incident and accident reports for camper activities
- Organizing arts and crafts, musical and storytelling activities
- Assisting with set up and breakdown of camp spaces for different activities plans
- Managining safety by enforcing rules and regulations of recreational facilities
- Maintaining discipline and safety through rule enforcement
- Supervising, guiding and assisting students during crafts, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
- Communicating with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues.
Social Media Intern
Los Angeles Force Soccer Club
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Boosted brand awareness by creating and scheduling engaging content across various social media platforms.
- Developed and executed social media campaigns for optimal reach, engagement, and growth.
- Assisted team with various marketing projects that would engage new leads and potential customers.
- Created engaging content to catch attention of potential customers.
- Collaborated with the marketing team to create visually appealing graphics and multimedia content.
Swim Instructor
City of South Gate
03.2018 - 03.2024
- Demonstrated techniques in-person and used easily understood terms to improve student abilities
- Avoided injuries with careful monitoring of students and pool environment
- Educated students on correct form and important safety behaviors
- Represented facility professionally in appearance, demeanor, and teaching style
- Maximized protection for swimmers and guests, enforcing strict pool rules and facility policies
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Journalism
Cal State University Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA05-2026
Skills
- Sports knowledge
- Team Collaboration
- Time management
- Product Knowledge
- Daily Planning
- Customer Assistance
- Microsoft Office
- Class instruction
- First Aid
- Improvisation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Social Media Intern
Los Angeles Force Soccer Club
03.2024 - 07.2024
Retail Associate
LA Galaxy
02.2022 - Current
Camp Director
Parks and Recreation Department
04.2021 - Current
Swim Instructor
City of South Gate
03.2018 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Journalism
Cal State University Dominguez Hills