Jake De Vries

22 Whistling Swan, Irvine, CA 92604 949-929-6921 jakedv@bu.edu

http://jakedv.com
EDUCATION
Boston University College of Communication; Boston, MA
Bachelor of Science in Journalism
Minor in Business Administration & Management
GPA: 3.41

May 2017

Varsity Tennis Team

Fall 2013- Present
Amassed a combined 43 singles and doubles wins between the 2013-14 and 2014-15 seasons
Assist in on-going recruiting process by researching players, consulting with coaches, and hosting recruits on their official visits
EXPERIENCE
Boston University Athletics Business Office; Boston, MA
May 2015-Present
Intern
Assist the Athletics Business Manager by reconciling accounts and performing finance tasks pertinent to budgeting Boston
Universitys 22 varsity athletics teams
Perform supporting role functions to ensure the production of day-to-day business operations
Carmel Valley Tennis Camp; Carmel Valley, CA
Tennis Coach, Camp Counselor, and Room Counselor
Supervised camper dormitories by conducting daily room checks and encouraging camper camaraderie
Instructed beginner to intermediate-level tennis players ages 9 to 16 in basic techniques in a group setting
Facilitated various daily activities including conditioning workouts and all-camp bonding events

Summer 2014

Boston University Athletics; Boston, MA

February 2015-Present
Athletics and Special Events Assistant
Assist in on-field game management of Boston University Athletics events including track meets, soccer, and hockey games
Manage front desk and front office duties, usher BU Athletics guests, and answer questions about daily athletics operations
LEADERSHIP
NCAA Career in Sports Forum; Indianapolis, IN
June 4-7, 2015
Representative
Represented Boston University Athletics at a leadership and career development conference hosted by the NCAA National Office
Selected from over 1,000 applicants to learn from industry professionals and collaborate with fellow student-athletes aiming to
pursue a career in intercollegiate athletics
Boston University Bloom Family Leadership Academy; Boston, MA
Fall 2014-Present
Veteran Leader
Selected by coach to collaborate with fellow Boston University student-athletes to learn and implement leadership qualities
Acquire skills and traits tailored to athletic leadership through monthly workshops led by renowned sports leadership center
Boston University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee; Boston, MA
September 2013-Present
Treasurer
Volunteer with fellow student-athletes in the Greater Boston area, including at local childrens hospitals and Boston Public Schools
Serve as intermediary by conveying suggestions of tennis team to other athletic representatives at biweekly meetings
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Patriot League Mens Tennis Academic Honor Roll; Center Valley, PA
Member
Exceeded a 3.20 GPA for the Spring Semester during the NCAA Mens Tennis regular season
SKILLS
Language: Conversational Spanish
Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Office, PhotoShop, Final Cut
Camera: Proficient with DSLR, JVC
INTERESTS
Professional and Collegiate Sports
Travel

Spring 2014, 2015