Experience

St. Cloud State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of Esports

  • Feb 2023 - Present

  The Esports director provides leadership and is the University expert in all aspects of the SCSU Esports program. This role is responsible for organized esports competitive play, student recruitment, recreation, community engagement and integration of academic programs and certificates. This position is also responsible for creating and supporting an intentionally structured program environment to foster student success; serving as a connection to esports and gaming student organizations, and… Show more The Esports director provides leadership and is the University expert in all aspects of the SCSU Esports program. This role is responsible for organized esports competitive play, student recruitment, recreation, community engagement and integration of academic programs and certificates. This position is also responsible for creating and supporting an intentionally structured program environment to foster student success; serving as a connection to esports and gaming student organizations, and coordinating program representation at department and university functions. Additionally, the Director manages all aspects of program marketing, fundraising, and sponsorship. This position works closely with the director of educational technology integration and the director of campus recreation and other departments to ensure success of the SCSU Esports program. This position will work evenings and weekends, as needed, to support the department’s strategic plan. Administration of the SCSU Esports Program. This includes incorporating St. Cloud State goals and objectives (e.g., student success, access, and involvement of underrepresented students) into program initiatives and secure partnerships, sponsorships, and financial support for the program. Incumbent will act as a promotional agent for the program to secure local, state and national recognition and represent and advocate for St. Cloud State in state, regional, and national level esports organizations and conferences. - Incumbent will manage a yearly events calendar to propose the SCSU Esports program and engage student and prospective students (campus events, community outreach, summer camps etc.) and is responsible for all aspects of scheduling competitions and hosting summer camps. This role will work in coordination with the broadcast team to develop and produce live competition and event streams for community viewership. Show less The Esports director provides leadership and is the University expert in all aspects of the SCSU Esports program. This role is responsible for organized esports competitive play, student recruitment, recreation, community engagement and integration of academic programs and certificates. This position is also responsible for creating and supporting an intentionally structured program environment to foster student success; serving as a connection to esports and gaming student organizations, and… Show more The Esports director provides leadership and is the University expert in all aspects of the SCSU Esports program. This role is responsible for organized esports competitive play, student recruitment, recreation, community engagement and integration of academic programs and certificates. This position is also responsible for creating and supporting an intentionally structured program environment to foster student success; serving as a connection to esports and gaming student organizations, and coordinating program representation at department and university functions. Additionally, the Director manages all aspects of program marketing, fundraising, and sponsorship. This position works closely with the director of educational technology integration and the director of campus recreation and other departments to ensure success of the SCSU Esports program. This position will work evenings and weekends, as needed, to support the department’s strategic plan. Administration of the SCSU Esports Program. This includes incorporating St. Cloud State goals and objectives (e.g., student success, access, and involvement of underrepresented students) into program initiatives and secure partnerships, sponsorships, and financial support for the program. Incumbent will act as a promotional agent for the program to secure local, state and national recognition and represent and advocate for St. Cloud State in state, regional, and national level esports organizations and conferences. - Incumbent will manage a yearly events calendar to propose the SCSU Esports program and engage student and prospective students (campus events, community outreach, summer camps etc.) and is responsible for all aspects of scheduling competitions and hosting summer camps. This role will work in coordination with the broadcast team to develop and produce live competition and event streams for community viewership. Show less



St. Ambrose University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Director of Esports

  • May 2019 - Feb 2023

  Building a community of players, streamers, and casters to represent St. Ambrose University and discover their hidden talents. Engaging students one-on-one with an over-arching goal of academic, moral, mental, and physical progress. Building a community of players, streamers, and casters to represent St. Ambrose University and discover their hidden talents. Engaging students one-on-one with an over-arching goal of academic, moral, mental, and physical progress.



Paradigm

• Davenport, Iowa

• Director

  • May 2018 - May 2019

  * Planned out and designed a $400,000 tech facility, including the business model * Organized and operated 50+ esports events within nine months * Built a team of employees and interns to execute retail virtual reality and esports * Laid the foundations for high school esports in the Quad Cities * $12,500 St. Ambrose High School Esports Championship head organizer ~ March 2019 * $5,000 Acer Invitational at Paradigm head organizer ~ December 2018 * Planned out and designed a $400,000 tech facility, including the business model * Organized and operated 50+ esports events within nine months * Built a team of employees and interns to execute retail virtual reality and esports * Laid the foundations for high school esports in the Quad Cities * $12,500 St. Ambrose High School Esports Championship head organizer ~ March 2019 * $5,000 Acer Invitational at Paradigm head organizer ~ December 2018



Brothers Bar & Grill

• Muncie, Indiana, United States

• Floor Staff

  • Dec 2017 - May 2018

  As a Floor Staff (Red-Shirt) I maintain the order of the bar. In this position I scope out irregularities in the bar and handle them appropriately. I ensure the safety and cleanliness of the bar and all of its patrons. As a Floor Staff (Red-Shirt) I maintain the order of the bar. In this position I scope out irregularities in the bar and handle them appropriately. I ensure the safety and cleanliness of the bar and all of its patrons.



Ball State University

• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Community Office Assistant

  • May 2017 - May 2018

  The Community Office Assistant (COA) is a new position for the Ball State University Apartments that combines the roles of a Resident Assistant (RA), a Administrative Assistant (AA), and a desk worker. Activities include but are not limited to customer service, answering office phones, updating work systems, community walks, maintaining the office email, apartment inspections, and performing lock-outs.

• Resident Assistant

  • Aug 2015 - May 2017

  * Resourcefully and intentionally engaged students to assist in their academic, mental, and physical success * Monitored, carried out policies, and utilized crisis management in the residence hall * Organized bi-monthly events to promote and illustrate a specific topic

• Orientation Leader

  • Jun 2015 - Aug 2016

• Front Desk

  • Sep 2014 - May 2015

  Night Staff at Studebaker East Complex



Cutshaws Market

• Cambridge City, Indiana, United States

• Deli Worker

  • Oct 2012 - Jul 2014

  Started out as a Baggage Handler and was promoted to a Deli Worker in November 2013 Started out as a Baggage Handler and was promoted to a Deli Worker in November 2013