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Matthew Alessandra

Summary

Motivated and dependable college student with experience in customer service, event setup, and volunteer leadership. Proven ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments, collaborate with a team, and contribute to successful event operations. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills developed through hands-on experience in event logistics and customer-facing roles. A dedicated UFC fan with a longstanding passion for the sport, eager to bring a strong work ethic and enthusiasm to the UFC Event Operations team.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Olympics Volunteer

Special Olympics New Jersey
Hackettstown, NJ
05.2025 - 05.2025

Assisted with organizing and running athletic events to help ensure everything operated smoothly. Responsibilities included helping with event setup and cleanup, checking in athletes and volunteers, directing participants to the correct locations, distributing awards, and providing support to athletes and event staff throughout the day. This experience strengthened my teamwork, communication, and organizational skills while allowing me to contribute to an inclusive and positive environment for all participants.

Youth Football Coach

Volunteer Coaching
Morristown, NJ
07.2024 - 08.2024

As a volunteer youth football coach, I helped lead practices and taught players the fundamentals of football, including basic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship. My responsibilities included setting up drills, assisting with warm-ups, demonstrating techniques, encouraging players, and helping coaches keep practices organized and safe. This experience strengthened my leadership, communication, and teamwork skills while giving me the opportunity to positively impact young athletes in a supportive environment.

Gas Attendant

Wawa
Flanders, NJ
06.2024 - Current

Provided prompt and friendly customer service while safely fueling vehicles and processing fuel transactions. Maintained a clean and organized fueling area, monitored pumps for safety, assisted customers with questions, and worked efficiently in a fast-paced environment while following company safety procedures.

Tent Installer

Party On Tent Rental
Randolph, NJ
05.2023 - 09.2023

Assisted with the delivery, setup, and breakdown of party tents and event equipment for a variety of events. Loaded and unloaded materials, assembled tents safely and efficiently, ensured proper installation, and worked as part of a team to meet deadlines while providing professional customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management

William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ
05-2027

Graduate - undefined

Roxbury High School
Roxbury, NJ
06-2023

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Event Setup And Breakdown
  • Organization & Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Microsoft Excel & Office
  • Teamwork & Communication

Timeline

Special Olympics Volunteer

Special Olympics New Jersey
05.2025 - 05.2025

Youth Football Coach

Volunteer Coaching
07.2024 - 08.2024

Gas Attendant

Wawa
06.2024 - Current

Tent Installer

Party On Tent Rental
05.2023 - 09.2023

Graduate - undefined

Roxbury High School

Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management

William Paterson University