Kieran Brown
Kettering,Australia
Summary
With a recent return to Tasmania after five years as a student-athlete in the USA, this masters graduate possesses a solid background in sports management and valuable hands-on experience from academic projects and internships. The time spent as an athlete has sharpened teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills, all of which are ready to be utilized in a meaningful career. A background in event coordination and volunteer support has cultivated exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities, guaranteeing smooth event operations. Even when faced with pressure, this individual consistently demonstrates effective communication and problem-solving capabilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Player Liason Internship
Reading United AC Soccer Club
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed part-time sports job while simultaneously finishing undergraduate studies.
- Mentored younger players, offering guidance on technique, strategy, and sportsmanship principles.
Youth Operations Internship
United Soccer League
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
Soccer Coach Volunteer
Upper 90 Goalkeeper Camp
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Identified individual player strengths and weaknesses, tailoring coaching methods accordingly.
- Promoted sportsmanship among players through modeling respectful behavior during games and practices.
NBA All-Star Event Volunteer
National Basketball Association (NBA)
02.2024 - 02.2024
- Contributed to the overall success of events by maintaining a positive attitude, exhibiting strong teamwork skills, and being proactive in addressing any challenges that arose during planning or execution.
- Supported fellow volunteers when needed by sharing responsibilities or taking over tasks when necessary for successful completion of the event''s goals.
Gameday Operation and Youth Coaching Internship
Rochester FC Soccer Club
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
Front of House Employee
Rendezvous Cafe
01.2017 - 07.2019
- Handled high-pressure situations with grace, maintaining excellent service standards even during peak hours or understaffed shifts.
- Performed opening and closing duties diligently, ensuring the restaurant was ready for optimal operations each day.
- Trained new front of house employees on company policies, menu knowledge, and customer service techniques for seamless integration into the team.
- Ensured accurate cash handling for smooth operations, balancing registers at the end of each shift.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Sports Management
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN07.2024
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Health and Human Performance
Fort Hays State University
Hays, KS07.2023
Skills
- Coachability
- Effective Time Management
- Quick Decision Making
- Adaptable
Certification & Awards
Responsible Serving of Alcohol - Tasmania
2x CoSIDA Academic All-District Selection
2x GAC All-Academic Honours
6x Dean's Role (Fort Hays State University)
1x Dean's Role (University of Indianapolis)
Timeline
Player Liason Internship
Reading United AC Soccer Club
04.2024 - 08.2024
Youth Operations Internship
United Soccer League
04.2024 - 08.2024
Soccer Coach Volunteer
Upper 90 Goalkeeper Camp
04.2024 - 04.2024
NBA All-Star Event Volunteer
National Basketball Association (NBA)
02.2024 - 02.2024
Gameday Operation and Youth Coaching Internship
Rochester FC Soccer Club
04.2023 - 08.2023
Front of House Employee
Rendezvous Cafe
01.2017 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Health and Human Performance
Fort Hays State University
Master of Science (M.S.) - Sports Management
University of Indianapolis
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