Feb. 18, 2010
Derek J. Chatham
2656 Barksdale Rd.
Elkton Md. 21921
302)-602-2783
dchatham@ycp.edu
Objective
My goal is to start my profession in the sport industry after finishing my undergraduate studies where I can demonstrate my abilities and utilize the skills which I have gained during my career attending York College in the Sport Management Program and my experiences through the various internships that I have held.
Education
York College of Pennsylvania, Bachelors in Sport Management Graduation in May 2010
Minors: Marketing and Retailing
GPA: 3.18
Professional Experience
Tampa Bay Lightning 2010
Corporate Communications Intern/Work Experience Senior Year
Assist with media buys for Lightning and Storm as needed
General marketing duties in line with organization's initiatives - flyer distribution schedules, updating local community calendars, etc
Research and maintain file on NHL and AFL teams
Ensuring fulfillment of media promotions - ticket prizes and other contest elements
Perform administrative duties, including making phone calls, filing, photocopying, etc. as requested
Other tasks as assigned by Senior Marketing Manager and Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications
York College of Pennsylvania, York, PA
Intramural Supervisor - York College 2009
Perform safety checks
Assist officials and participants
Evaluate officials
Attend to injuries as needed
Decide on rule interpretation and resolving conflicts
Goldey-Beacom College, Wilmington, DE 2009
Athletic Department Intern/Camp Supervisor/Work Experience Junior Year
Assisted the Athletic Department in operation of the summer camps
Worked with Athletic Department staff in preparing for upcoming athletic season
Assisted with organizing used athletic equipment for the annual homecoming sale
Cecil County Parks and Recreation, Rising Sun, MD 2008 Intern/Camp Counselor/Work Experience Sophomore Year
Coached, organized, and directed summer camps for kids
Refined and detailed website
Performed administrative duties
Wilmington Blue Rocks, Wilmington, DE 2007
Internship/Work Experience Freshman Year
Worked in Marketing Department and Front Office
Sold year books and memorabilia
Game Day Mascot & Fun Patrol
Practicum - York College 2006-2007
Shift Supervisor of Grumbacher Sport and Fitness Center
Performed safety inspections of Grumbacher Center
PA Announcer, arena preparation and tear down, security, facility management
Work History
Wellwood Yacht Club, Charlestown, MD 2009
Server/Bar Back
D.W. Tally, Bear, DE 2004-2007
Labor/Operator
Newark Country Club, Newark DE 2003-2007
Waiter/Special Event Assistant
Activities, Awards & Certifications:
One Hundred hours plus of Community service as a camp advisor/coach at Red Lion Christian Academy for kids summer camps
High School Student Senate
Certified Substitute Teacher (MD)
CPR & First Aid Certified
McDonald's All American Nominee Senior Year - Basketball All State - State of Delaware - Junior and Senior Year - Basketball Player of the Year, Diamond State Conference Junior and Senior Year - Basketball
References:
Dr. Timothy Newman
Coordinator at York College Sport Management Program/Professor
Cell: (717) 676-1749
Email: tjnewman@ycp.edu
Mr. Chuck Hammond
Assistant Director of Athletics, Facilities
Cell: (267) 446-2194
Work: (302) 225-6352
Email: hammond@gbc.edu
Mrs. Cindy Cantor
Superintendent of Cecil County Parks
and Recreations Department
Cell: (410) 392-4537
Work: (410) 658-3000
Email: ccantor@ccgov.org
Mr. Matthew Day
Director of Campus Recreation
Cell: (717) 434-6060
Work: (717) 815-6604
Email: gday@ycp.edu
