Xamarion Gordon
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Strategic Brand Specialist with a dual background in Communication (USC) and Instructional Technology (Coastal Carolina). Specialized in blending elite competitive drive with advanced digital media design to craft persuasive brand narratives. Adept at managing cross-functional teams and technical rollouts for high-visibility lifestyle, fashion brands, and entertainment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
NCAA Division I Student-Athlete
Coastal Carolina University Athletics Department
Conway, SC
06.2024 - 12.2025
- Time Management: Balanced 20+ hours of daily practices, film study, and national travel while completing a Master's Degree.
- Teamwork: Worked daily with a diverse group of 50+ people toward a single high-stakes goal.
- Execution: Performed at a high level in front of thousands of fans and live media cameras where every move was scrutinized.
- Top-Tier Performance: Earned All-Conference Honors, representing the elite tier of competitors through consistent performance and dedication.
- High-Stakes Execution: Executed complex game strategies in a fast-paced environment under live media and "lights and cameras" pressure.
- Leadership and Grit: Led by example during a 20+ hour weekly commitment of training and national travel while maintaining a full graduate course load.
NCAA Division I Student-Athlete
University of Southern California Athletics
Los Angeles, CA
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Pressure Management: Stayed composed and focused in high-pressure "game-day" situations.
- Brand Representation: Acted as a public face for one of the most famous athletic brands in the country (USC).
- Discipline: Followed a strict, high-performance schedule for 4 years without fail.
Education
Master of Education - Instructional Technology
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC12-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05-2024
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Strategic thinking
- Coachability
- Team player mentality
- Disciplined
Accomplishments
- All-Conference Honors: Earned All-Conference Second Team placing in the top 4 performers at my position in the conference.
- Dean's List/ Scholar-Athlete: Recognized for maintaining above a 3.0 gpa while balancing the demands of a division I athletic career.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
NCAA Division I Student-Athlete
Coastal Carolina University Athletics Department
06.2024 - 12.2025
NCAA Division I Student-Athlete
University of Southern California Athletics
01.2021 - 05.2024
Master of Education - Instructional Technology
Coastal Carolina University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
University of Southern California