Macon Ellis
Summary
Proven success in wildlife and property management with Moss Hammock, adept at developing and implementing management programs to enhance wildlife populations and guest experiences. Skilled in Microsoft Office and customer service, demonstrating a keen ability to balance financial efficiency with high-quality client services. Expertise includes dog training and leading educational programs as a 4-H Level 1 Shooting Coach.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Property Manager
Moss Hammock
06.2021 - Current
- Property Management and Aesthetic Maintenance : Oversee property upkeep to maintain excellent standards and ensure a welcoming environment.
- Wildlife Management Program Development : Create, manage, and implement an annual deer management program to sustain and improve the deer population.
- Budget Assistance : Contribute to managing the annual budget, ensuring financial efficiency and resource allocation.
- Guest Services and Culinary Support : Support hosts and provide culinary assistance as needed to enhance guest experience.
- Comprehensive Lodge Operations : Assist in all aspects of lodge and property operations, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
Intern
Pheasant Bonanza Hunt Club
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Kennel Management and Dog Training : Supervised kennel operations and supported training programs for dogs at various skill levels.
- Aviculture and Quality Control : Managed bird farm operations, ensuring high-quality pheasants were raised for client hunts.
- Client Services and Administration : Assisted with booking hunts, handling front office tasks, and ensuring a seamless experience for clients.
- Professional Hunting Guide : Led clients on successful pheasant hunts and provided support during snow goose hunts, ensuring an enjoyable and productive hunting experience.
Deer Management Coordinator
Youpon Fields
10.2017 - 03.2019
- Developed and Implemented Quality Deer Management Program : Collaborated with the owner to design and execute a comprehensive deer management strategy.
- Sustainable Wildlife Management : Established year-round food sources and optimized protein feed schedules to promote a healthy deer population.
- Client Experience and Harvest Management : Guided clients through the hunting process, ensuring the ethical and strategic harvest of deer in line with management goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Enterprise Management
Auburn University
Auburn, Alabama05.2021
Skills
- Prescribed Burn Manager
- Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel
- Customer Service
- 4-H Level 1 Shooting Coach
- Experience in Dog Training
Community Involvement
- Member of Church of the Highlands
- Member of 4-H
- Former Ducks Unlimited Chapter Officer|Auburn University
- Host for the Fallen Outdoors Dove Hunt 2019
Timeline
Assistant Property Manager
Moss Hammock
06.2021 - Current
Intern
Pheasant Bonanza Hunt Club
01.2020 - 04.2020
Deer Management Coordinator
Youpon Fields
10.2017 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Enterprise Management
Auburn University