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Matthew Hirshan

Demarest,NJ

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Kayak Tour Guide

Liquid Blue Outfitters
Sarasota, FL
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details about the ecosystem to visitors
  • Developed tour programming to enhance guest experiences
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Researched and studied on topics that pertained to tour locations so that such information could be added to scripts in order to provide accurate, detailed tours
  • Collected tickets and fees from each individual prior to the start of the tour
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences
  • Guided groups of up to twenty people on tours around Sarasota Bay and surrounding areas
  • Made countless rescues and made sure safety was a top priority at all times.

Fiberglass Technician and Mechanic

Jamison’s Custom Corvettes
Charleston, SC
01.2019 - 05.2020
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective vehicle parts with new and refurbished components
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and services
  • Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures
  • Coordinated with customers to provide customized details to their cars.

Life Guard / Swim Instructor

Ramaquois
Pomona, NY
06.2015 - 08.2016
  • Cautioned swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.
  • Patrolled beach or pool areas on foot and in towers to monitor activities of swimmers and surfers.
  • Coordinated and taught instructional classes in fundamentals of swimming and water safety.
  • Recognized swimmers in need of assistance and acted quickly.
  • Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
  • Encouraged students to build confidence in and out of water by making swimming fun.

Intern

Charleston County Sheriff's Department
Charleston, SC
08.2019 - 12.2019
  • Took part in patrolling all districts of Charleston County to preserve law and order, deter and detect criminal activity, enforce laws and regulations, respond to citizen requests for assistance, and provide public safety
  • Worked 20-25 hours per week as a full-time student.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
05-2020

The University of Newcastle

The American College of Thessaloniki

Skills

  • Handling Payments
  • Tourism Management
  • Group Oversight
  • Strong Leadership
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Skills Assessment
  • Class Instruction
  • Lifeguard & Water Safety Training
  • Relationship Building
  • Creative Thinking
  • Surface Finishing
  • Tool Maintenance
  • Material Selection
  • Project Planning
  • Community Engagement
  • Exceptional Problem Solver

Timeline

Kayak Tour Guide

Liquid Blue Outfitters
01.2022 - 08.2022

Intern

Charleston County Sheriff's Department
08.2019 - 12.2019

Fiberglass Technician and Mechanic

Jamison’s Custom Corvettes
01.2019 - 05.2020

Life Guard / Swim Instructor

Ramaquois
06.2015 - 08.2016

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

College of Charleston

The University of Newcastle

The American College of Thessaloniki

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