Jacob Hood
Mount Juliet,Tennessee
Summary
Enthusiastic graduate student aiming to leverage strong interpersonal skills and a background in coaching and multimedia for a graduate assistant position. Experienced in sports journalism and multimedia production with a commitment to fostering team success and innovation. Skilled in building relationships and delivering engaging content. Dedicated to continuous learning and growth in diverse fields.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Baseball Coach
Dirtbags Midsouth
Lebanon, TN
05.2025 - Current
- Assessed player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Devised and implemented successful game strategies.
- Ensured compliance with all league rules and regulations related to safety standards, eligibility requirements.
Assistant Baseball Coach
Wilson Central High School
Lebanon, TN
08.2024 - Current
- Instructed strength training exercises that improved player's physical abilities.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Motivated players during practices and games to maximize effort levels.
- Collaborated with other coaches on staff to develop an effective coaching strategy.
Expert Club Fitter/Retail Sales Associate
Golf Galaxy
Brentwood, TN
05.2021 - Current
- Facilitated proper club fittings tailored to customers' golf game requirements.
- Coached team members on effective sales strategies and fitting methods.
- Achieved top rankings in district customer satisfaction levels.
- Provided IT support by resolving technical issues with computers and simulators.
Photographer and Videographer
Freelance
Mount Juliet, TN
05.2020 - Current
- Documented a range of events such as sports games, concerts, weddings, and portrait sessions.
- Contributed published content to Lebanon Democrat, Chronicle of Mount Juliet, MIX 92.9, and Special Olympics Tennessee.
- Proficient in Adobe Lightroom, After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Apple Final Cut Pro, and various plugins.
- Maintained ownership of professional cameras, lenses, drones, and essential equipment for photography and videography.
Sports Journalist
The Lebanon Democrat
Lebanon, TN
08.2018 - Current
- Utilized a variety of sources such as team records, statistics, and coaches' statements, for story development.
- Cultivated relationships with sources and key figures in local area to reliably produce top-notch news coverage.
- Determined story's emphasis, length and format to organize material accordingly.
- Wrote factually correct, concise, and engaging news stories within tight deadlines.
Play by Play and Public Address Announcer
Freelance
Nashville, TN
08.2018 - Current
- Coordinated communication with coaches, athletic directors, and relevant personnel to streamline operations.
- Delivered engaging experiences for both in-person attendees and viewers online or on TV.
- Featured on networks including ESPN+, WANT 98.9, Cumberland Sports Network, NFHS Network, TSSAA, MyTV30, and more.
Baseball Coach
East Cobb 615
Nashville, TN
05.2021 - 05.2025
- Delivered instruction on essential baseball skills, focusing on batting and base-running techniques.
- Monitored adherence to all league rules and regulations concerning safety standards and eligibility.
- Provided tailored one-on-one coaching for individual player position needs.
- Coordinated tournament schedules and managed timely payment processing.
Head Baseball Coach
Mount Juliet Christian Academy
Mount Juliet, TN
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Created and enforced team rules to ensure that all members of the team were held accountable for their performance both on and off the field.
- Developed effective plans to improve athlete conditioning.
- Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship and performance principles.
Retail Sales Associate
Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc
Mount Juliet, TN
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Demonstrated product features to customers.
- Participated in staff meetings and training sessions to improve product knowledge and sales techniques.
- Tracked inventory levels throughout the day and restocked items as needed.
- Greeted and assisted customers with product selection, offering personalized shopping advice.
Education
Master of Arts - Physical Education
Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN05-2024
High School Diploma -
Wilson Central High School
Lebanon, TN05-2020
Some College (No Degree) -
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TNSkills
- Communication skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
- Sales coaching and mentoring
- Team leadership and development
- Broadcast production coordination
Accomplishments
- 4.0 Graduate GPA
- Summa Cum Laude Undergraduate
- Highest GPA in Undergraduate Field of Study
- Cumberland University Broadcasting Student Director
- Cumberland University Phi Epsilon Kappa Founder and President
- Cumberland University Gamma Beta Phi Historian
- Cumberland University Omicron Delta Kappa Executive Team
- Cumberland University Alpha Chi Executive Team
- Cumberland University Kappa Delta Pi Member
Affiliations
- Active in broadcast production, social media, student ministry, and various other ministries at Connect Church
- Assists in game day operations and broadcast production at Wilson Central High School
- Recreational drone pilot
- Significant interest in fitness and nutrition
Timeline
Baseball Coach
Dirtbags Midsouth
05.2025 - Current
Assistant Baseball Coach
Wilson Central High School
08.2024 - Current
Head Baseball Coach
Mount Juliet Christian Academy
08.2022 - 05.2024
Expert Club Fitter/Retail Sales Associate
Golf Galaxy
05.2021 - Current
Baseball Coach
East Cobb 615
05.2021 - 05.2025
Photographer and Videographer
Freelance
05.2020 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc
05.2020 - 12.2020
Sports Journalist
The Lebanon Democrat
08.2018 - Current
Play by Play and Public Address Announcer
Freelance
08.2018 - Current
Master of Arts - Physical Education
Cumberland University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Cumberland University
High School Diploma -
Wilson Central High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Middle Tennessee State University
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