Matthew D.

Jones
221 31st Avenue North Apt #130
Nashville, Tennessee 37203
April 8, 2015

To Whom it May Concern:

Please consider the attached resume and references as my application for the Development
Assistant position at the University of Georgia. I believe that my experiences in athletic
administration and fundraising along with my passion for college athletics distinctly set me apart
as an ideal candidate for this position.
Currently, Im working as a development assistant for Vanderbilt Universitys National
Commodore Club, the fundraising arm of Vanderbilt Athletics, while I complete my masters
degree in Sport Administration at Belmont University. Due to the small staff size and gained
responsibilities, I have been exposed to and work with several aspects of our fundraising
operation. Ive had a hand in both phone and face to face solicitation of annual fund gifts and
have helped the development officers write major gift proposals. Im adept with Ticketmaster
Archtics software handling many functions of our priority ticketing process and have also played
a significant role in the stewardship of donors and event planning. In addition to my time in
development at Vanderbilt, Ive also gained great experience generating revenue for the athletic
department through roles with IMG, Vanderbilts corporate sales partner, and as a summer sales
associate selling football and basketball season tickets.
In addition to my experiences at Vanderbilt, Ive been blessed to be molded by previous
experiences in the Miami University Athletic Department. As a student athletic trainer from 2009
to 2013, I saw first-hand the impact student-athletes have in the community, classroom and in
competition. I would be honored to be able to tell the story of the men and women that represent
the Georgia Bulldogs.
I look forward to talking with you further and appreciate your thoughtful consideration.
Sincerely,

Matthew D. Jones
matthew.d.jones@vanderbilt.edu
(440) 935-3491

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221 31 Avenue North Apt. #130 Nashville, Tennessee 37203

Cell: 440-935-3491
Email: matthew.d.jones@vanderbilt.edu
EDUCATION
Belmont University, Nashville, Tennessee

August 2013 - Expected May 2015

Pursuing Master of Sport Administration

Miami University, Oxford, Ohio

May 2013

Bachelor of Science
Athletic Training

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee

August 2014 - Present

National Commodore Club Intern

Coordinate customer service initiatives including season ticket renewals for football, basketball
and baseball
Assist in the creation of naming rights and capital project presentations
Responsible for raising over $40,000 for annual fund
Generate football and basketball inventory guides showing potential, actual and lost revenue
Review solicitation mailers and emails
Assist in event set-up, facility management, event planning and management of University
athletic events
Maintain and update donor profiles on Ticketmaster and Advance System
Donor stewardship including football restricted fund events and preparation of alumni golf
tournaments
Preparation of donor profiles and education of student athletes on endowments for Thank-A-Thon
Skilled user of Ticketmaster (Archtics) and Advance (Ellucian Web 9.8) software

Vanderbilt University
Summer Ticket Sales Associate

May 2014 - August 2014

Communicated in person, with customers on a daily basis conducting ticket sales and insuring
customer satisfaction
Worked directly with Coach Derek Mason and staff on marketing strategies pertaining to new ticket
revenue, brand and prospective youth groups
Developed sales techniques for new consumers and previous season ticket holders
Generated $56,000 in Football Season tickets and over $200,000 as a team of 4 sales associates
Generated $25,000 in donations for the National Commodore Club
Organized and was host of College World Series watch party held on Vanderbilt football field

Vanderbilt University

January 2014 - May 2014

IMG Sales Intern
Event planning and activation for basketball, football and baseball
Prepared inventory sheets sent to over 200 clients detailing obligations in contracts
Created radio scripts for Regions Bank Scholar Athletes and Town & Country Ford
Worked with Marketing staff for game day promotions and program sales
Prepared PowerPoint renewal recaps and proposal contracts
Belmont University, Nashville, Tennessee
August 2013 - May 2014

Matthew D. Jones

Graduate Teaching Assistant

Coordinated and taught six undergraduate Health and Wellness courses in the Department of
Sport Science
Develop curriculum that includes activities designed to inspire/motivate students and promote a
healthy lifestyle
Mentor and advise undergraduate students in Sport Science field

Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee

August 2013 - December 2013

IMG Game Day Intern
Athletic Department football game-day intern for football and basketball
Organize and prepare game-day sponsorship activities
Assist in stadium operation, promotions and marketing
Assist staff in corporate hospitality events and on field promotions
Greet sponsors and corporate partners

Miami University, Oxford, Ohio

August 2010 - May 2013

Athletic Training experience in Intercollegiate Athletics
Taught, mentored and oversaw first year students
Aided in preparation of games, practices and travel responsibilities
Conducted rehab and preventive medicine practices to ensure optimal health
Orthopedic surgery assistant and liaison for student athletes
Provided ER support to student athletes who sustained injuries in practice or game situations
Coordinated efforts between the Sports Medicine Director and Athletic Director.
Worked with numerous teams, athletes and coaches to provide medical care
Head student athletic trainer with Mens Basketball, Football, Hockey and Womens Volleyball

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Southern Sport Management, Nashville, Tennessee

March 2014

Graduate Presentation
Shared industry knowledge and persuasion techniques on CrossFit Influence

University of Michigan Football Camp, Ann Arbor, Michigan

July 2012

Sports Medicine Intern and Camp counselor

Greeted and organized 1,350 High School athletes
Organized and administered on field medical care for campers
Assisted football coaching staff in medical and administrative duties
Overnight dorm counselor and medical attendant

Miami University Baseball, Oxford, Ohio

Sport Administration Student Assistant
Event host, marketer and manager of intercollegiate baseball game
Developed appropriate marketing strategies with Kroger and P&G
Worked with small market sponsors and vendors
Provided safety, security and game operations staffing

VOLUNTEER

Nashville Country Music Marathon, April 2014

Special Olympics Nashville, February 2014

Matthew D. Jones

January 2012 - May 2012

Vanderbilt University Marketing Volunteer, September 2013 - present

Big Brother Big Sister of Butler County (OH), May 2012 - May 2013

ACTIVITIES

Member of SAM Society, Belmont University, August 2013 - present

National Athletic Training Association member, December 2011 - present

CERTIFICATION

BOC Certified Athletic Trainer, ATC. June 2013 - present

American Red Cross First Aid and C.P.R/A.E.D. August 2009 - present

Matthew D. Jones

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221 31 Avenue N Apt #130, Nashville, TN 37203

Cell: 440.935.3491
Email: matthew.d.jones@vanderbilt.edu
References:
Amy Baker, PhD
Belmont University
Sport Administration, Program Director
1900 Belmont Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37212
615.460.6978
amy.baker@belmont.edu
Bradley Bates
Boston College
Director of Athletics
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts 02467
617.552.4681
brad.bates@bc.edu
Mark Carter
Vanderbilt University
Associate Director of Athletics, Executive Director of the NCC
2601 Jess Neely Drive
Nashville, Tennessee 37221
615.322.7922
mark.carter@vanderbilt.edu
Bart Smith
Vanderbilt University
Director of National Commodore Club
2601 Jess Neely Drive
Nashville, TN 37221
615.343.4878
b.smith@vanderbilt.edu

Matthew D. Jones