Luke Fetzer
Lecturer
Lexington,Kentucky
Summary
Well-versed critical-cultural mass communication scholar with track record for consistently engaging students in stimulating and relevant material. Conscientious educator with learning objectives of each student in mind. Results-oriented Lecturer cognizant of test preparedness and student interest, adapting to feedback where necessary.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Graduate Lecturer
University Of Kentucky College Of Communication
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Worked as an independent instructor teaching two 200 level Communication sections
- Required an extensive knowledge of instructional pedagogy and techniques to improve student learning
- Created lesson plans and creative activities to improve student engagement.
- Created positive and safe learning environment for students by setting and enforcing classroom code of conduct.
Staff Writer/Sports Reporter
Kentucky Kernel - Student-Run Newspaper of the University of Kentucky
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Spent three hours weekly researching and watching UK athletics to better form questions that can be asked to players and coaches
- Crafted over 25 recaps, columns, and interviews regarding collegiate sports at the University of Kentucky
- Covered many notable athletic events including the NCAA men's soccer tournament, Music City Bowl.
- Collaborated with editors and other staff members to refine story angles and content.
- Edited, proofread and fact-checked content for accuracy.
- Attended press conferences and other media events to gather relevant information and quotes for stories.
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Kentucky College Of Communication
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked with a tenured faculty member to schedule, coordinate, and lead a 200-level communication class
- Was granted autonomy to personally lead the Friday portion of the class without instructor supervision
- Balanced intense graduate workload alongside the grading, presenting, and monitoring of over 150 students.
- Conducted office hours for supplemental tutoring sessions, helping students understand complex concepts more clearly.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
Supervisor
Persimmon Ridge Golf Club
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed customer-facing experience with exposure to 100 guests a day
- Responsible for managing the schedules of 10 employees.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Solicited customer feedback to identify and improve on areas of weakness.
Member Services Liaison and Course Management
Persimmon Ridge Golf Club
02.2019 - 08.2022
- Tactfully interacted and communicated with over 500 Club Members and Guests
- Facilitated timely correspondence between staff and management
- Worked as a team to develop a more efficient strategy for optimal course operation.
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Acted as the liaison between upper management and staff members, promoting positive working relationships built on trust.
Education
Master of Arts - Mass Communication
College of Communication And Information, University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 05.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Communication
College of Communication And Information, University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 08.2019 - 05.2023
Skills
Strong organizational skills
Effective in presenting curriculum
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Student needs assessment
Audience Engagement
Analytical Thinking
Class Instruction
Public Speaking
Timeline
Graduate Lecturer
University Of Kentucky College Of Communication
12.2023 - 05.2024
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University Of Kentucky College Of Communication
08.2023 - 12.2023
Staff Writer/Sports Reporter
Kentucky Kernel - Student-Run Newspaper of the University of Kentucky
08.2022 - 05.2024
Master of Arts - Mass Communication
College of Communication And Information, University of Kentucky
05.2022 - 05.2024
Supervisor
Persimmon Ridge Golf Club
05.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Communication
College of Communication And Information, University of Kentucky
08.2019 - 05.2023
Member Services Liaison and Course Management
Persimmon Ridge Golf Club
02.2019 - 08.2022