Benjamin Shoop
Game Presentation Assistant at Pegula Sports and Entertainment
Orchard Park, New York USAAbout
I am the current president of the men's club volleyball team at SUNY Brockport, and I am looking to get into the sport industry. I have multiple past experiences in the sport industry, working with the Toronto Blue Jays, Buffalo Bills, Rochester Americans, and Rochester Nighthawks in game day and game presentation.
Experience
Game Presentation Assistant Inter
Oct 2021 - Present
• Find fans for in-game events and help run the events.
• Make sure fans are having fun and answer any questions they might have.
• Be the “eyes” for the mascot and make sure he is in position and ready when needed.
• Enforce rules and policies made by the organization.
Game Presentation Assistant Intern
Oct 2021 - Present
• Find fans for in-game events and help run the events.
• Make sure fans are having fun and answer any questions they might have.
• Be the “eyes” for the mascot and make sure he is in position and ready when needed.
• Enforce rules and policies made by the organization.
Game Day Staff
May 2021 - Jun 2021
• Interacted with and provided exceptional customer service to all fans.
• Greeted and assisted fans inside and outside of the stadium with a welcoming attitude.
• Provided line management and operations support inside and outside the stadium.
• Had a complete understanding of the ballpark and all stadium policies.
Laborer
Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
● Rolled Soccer Complex.
● Made sure the grounds look presentable.
● Picked up and emptied garbage.
Club President
Jun 2020 - Present
● Run practice, tournaments, and other events the club puts together.
● Set up fundraising, community service, and charity opportunities.
● Make sure we are on track with the budget for that year and years following.
● Plan the trips to nationals, east coasts, and states.
Day Camp Counselor
May 2019 - Aug 2021
● Ran games for the kids.
● Made sure 16-18 kids are in a safe environment.
● Improvised activities and events.
● Kept parents up to date on what their child did.
● Worked with parents and other counselors to resolve problems and issues.
Game Day Experience Intern
Aug 2017 - Jan 2018
● Acted as guest relations on game day.
● Assisted fans with games and food.
● Helped with set-up and tear down of the Bills Entertainment Section.
● Directed and informed fans about stadium entry.
Education
Sports Management
- Bachelor's Degree
Aug 2018 - Present
Graduation Date: May 2022
Communications
- Bachelor's Degree
Aug 2018 - Present
Graduation Date: May 2022