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Samuel Hilsden

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

I’m a Marketing and Sports/Entertainment Management student at Grand Canyon University with a passion for creative problem-solving in the outdoor sports industry. With experience guiding outdoor adventures in all weather conditions and traveling to 10 countries, I bring a global perspective, diverse experience, and a love for sharing the outdoors with others. I want to work at REI to share my passion for the outdoors and help others have the best experience by recommending optimal gear.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Trip Leader/Adventure Tour Guide

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
08.2024 - Current
  • Led outdoor trips for college students, managing logistics, safety, and group activities. Fostered teamwork, leadership, and environmental responsibility.

Bike Park Trail Builder

Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler, British Columbia
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • As a Trail Builder, I built, maintained, and tested Whistler Bike Park's trails, performing heavy labor in all weather and ensuring trail safety and quality.

Tour Guide

Ziptrek Ecotours
Whistler, British Columbia
04.2023 - 09.2023
  • Prioritized safety while leading groups of up to ten guests on tour through a series of multiple ziplines and treetop suspension bridges while delivering ecological knowledge unique to the Whistler area and ensuring a high quality of guest satisfaction.

Lift Maintenance Helper

Whistler Blackcomb
Whistler, British Columbia
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • As a Lift Maintenance Helper, I assisted mechanics in maintaining lifts, operated lifts for tower work, helped rebuild grips and sheaves, and supported station service and general maintenance.

Crew Member

Chipotle
Lone Tree, CO
05.2020 - 12.2020

Worked in a team to deliver excellent customer service, cooked and served food, washed dishes, cleaned, and handled cash.

Lifeguard

Highlands Ranch Community Association
Highlands Ranch, CO
05.2019 - 05.2020
  • Worked on a team to ensure safety, enforced pool rules, cleaned facilities, and maintained vigilance in a hot environment. Certified in First Aid and CPR, with training in emergency response.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
05-2026

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Customer Engagement
  • First aid trained
  • Detail-Oriented Approach
  • Effective Interpersonal Communication
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Equipment Repair and Servicing
  • Event Coordination

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Trip Leader/Adventure Tour Guide

Grand Canyon University
08.2024 - Current

Bike Park Trail Builder

Whistler Blackcomb
05.2024 - 08.2024

Tour Guide

Ziptrek Ecotours
04.2023 - 09.2023

Lift Maintenance Helper

Whistler Blackcomb
04.2022 - 10.2022

Crew Member

Chipotle
05.2020 - 12.2020

Lifeguard

Highlands Ranch Community Association
05.2019 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

Grand Canyon University
Samuel Hilsden