Looking for Job Opportunities

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​From: Jack Carr​
​Jacarr@sting.graceland.edu ​


Looking for Job Opportunities

Hello Saints,​​

I will be graduating from Graceland University in April with degrees in business and sports management. I am currently looking for job opportunities in the Center Place following graduation. I have a strong work ethic, good management skills, and leadership skills acquired from my education and work experience (see attached resume). I would appreciate information regarding job openings or career opportunities. I can be reached at jacarr@sting.graceland.edu or 641-757-9711.

Thank you!

Jack Carr
Lamoni, Iowa

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Jackson Carr

Phone: (641) 757-9711 | Email: Jacarr@sting.graceland.edu | LinkedIn: Jackson Carr


PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Ambitious business and sports management graduate seeking entry-level business management or marketing position with a dynamic corporate environment. Equipped with excellent event planning, writing, and problem-solving skills. An experienced student-manager who has successfully navigated the complex work environment of leading peers while simultaneously being mentored by department directors.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts, Graceland University Expected Graduation: April 2018

Majors: Business Administration and Sports Management

WORK EXPERIENCE

Student Manager, The Coliseum Movie Theater September 2013- Current

Flexible while working with hectic and ever-changing student-worker schedules.
Present weekly recaps of financial earnings and performance reports for each staff member.
Ensure Coliseum was properly maintained and cleaned to provide an aesthetically appealing environment.
Hand select future films with movie broker to best fit the community and University’s demographics.
Daily operations running smoother due to implementing the first ‘Coliseum Student-Employee Handbook,’ ‘Drop Dead Book’, detailed shift checklists, and more.
Ensure all technological aspects of Coliseum are maintained and kept up to date
Advertise upcoming shows in local newspapers, social media outlets, and local University
Close to realizing the completion of the date-night ‘Dinner Theater’ project.
Coordinate seasonal and holiday themed events.


Sales Associate, Graceland Campus Bookstore: FOLLETT September 2013- Current

o Implement Follett Corporation training to provide a welcoming and enjoyable environment

o Assist customers by navigating online resources and other unfamiliar sites to provide them with the best purchasing options

o Provide store manager with quality assistance to allow conference calls and accomplish daily tasks

o Memorize layout textbook and store inventory to provide customers with an efficient and simplistic shopping experience



OGANIZATIONS and COMMUNITY SERVICE

o Collegiate Basketball (Aug. 2013- Jan. 2015)

o Gained a stronger work ethic, leadership skills, and conflict management during this time.

o Interim House Senator (Fall 2014)

o Worked alongside fellow students from all walks of life to accomplish the same goal, bettering the University.

o ENACTUS (Aug. 2016 – Current)

o A student led organization that is dedicated to making the world a better place through entrepreneurial action.

o Disc Golf (March 1995- Current)

o Gained friendship, obtained countless life lessons, and continue to grow on an individual level after every hole.


REFERENCES:

o Max Pitt MBA, Associate Professor in Graceland University’s C.H Sandage School of Business- (641) 442-5468

o Jeff McElroy MBA, Associate Professor in Graceland University’s C.H Sandage School of Business-(641)-780-8951

o Marcia Core, Follet Co, Graceland Campus Bookstore Manager- (515) 633-7711




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