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Work History
Education
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Awards
Community Service
Leadership Experience
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Destiny Littleton

Murrieta

Summary

Highly motivated and results-driven professional with a Master's degree in Communication Management and a strong foundation in marketing. Offers a unique blend of leadership, communication, and organizational skills honed through involvement in professional sports and community service as a Coordinator of Athlete Relations. Skilled in public speaking and passionate about using sports as a platform to inspire and engage communities. Goal is to merge background in communication and sports with dedication to social impact, creating meaningful initiatives that benefit both athletes and local communities. Committed to building relationships, fostering collaboration, and driving positive change through the power of sports. Enjoys problem-solving, analyzing information, and helping the community.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Coordinator of Undergraduate/ Athlete Relations

Black Student Athlete Summit
01.2023 - Current
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Fostered strong relationships with students which helped encourage them through challenging life obstacles and decisions.
  • Facilitated professional development activities for the student athletes that prepared them for life after sports.
  • Adapted quickly when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in plans, maintaining composure while finding effective solutions.
  • Utilized strong public speaking skills to deliver engaging presentations throughout the summit.

Volunteer

Between the Lines
01.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Guided mentees in overcoming challenges by sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice.
  • Provided a positive and engaging environment for an at risk population by utilizing basketball.
  • Traveled across California visiting different prisons to enhance recidivism.

Professional Athlete

WCBA
11.2024 - 03.2025
  • Improved team performance by consistently demonstrating leadership and strong work ethic during practices and games.
  • Supported teammates during challenging moments or setbacks in competition play by offering encouragement and constructive feedback.
  • Participated in community outreach events as a representative of the organization, promoting sports awareness and encouraging youth involvement in athletics.
  • Contributed to team success by consistently meeting or exceeding performance goals set by coaching staff.
  • Promoted the importance of sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork both on and off the court to uphold the reputation of the organization.

Assistant Coach

Basketball Camps Across the NCAA
06.2017 - 07.2024
  • Assisted in the coaching of fundamental and advanced camps for 600+ athletes (ages 11-17)
  • Demonstrated proper technique and drills to help athletes develop advanced shooting skills
  • Served as official during inter squad scrimmages
  • Spoke to 600+ girls on how to reach the next competitive level of basketball
  • Provided mentorship to boys and girls of all ages
  • Assisted head coach in evaluating player performance, identifying areas for improvement, and providing constructive feedback to ensure continuous growth.

Professional Athlete

Saarlouis Royals
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Promoted the importance of sportsmanship, discipline, and teamwork both on and off the field to uphold the reputation of the organization.
  • Served as a mentor to younger players, providing guidance on skill development, technique refinement, and overall improvement.
  • Consistently demonstrated exceptional work ethic both individually and within a team setting, motivating others toward collective success.
  • Supported teammates during challenging moments or setbacks in competition play by offering encouragement and constructive feedback.
  • Remained adaptable in response to changes in game strategies or unexpected challenges encountered during competition play.

Student Intern

Prisma Health Orthopedics
12.2020 - 05.2021
  • Over 300+ hours of shadowing and learning experience
  • Completes various tasks in clinical hours: organizational work, patient care, shadowing
  • Was present in many orthopedic operations involving patients of all ages and demographics

Merchandising Associate

Sam’s Club
04.2020 - 06.2020
  • Restocked and zoned merchandise on the floor to increase access for customers
  • Worked in club pick-up, and the jewelry counter making sure the members needs were taken care of
  • Assisted members on the floor with any concerns or needs that were requested

Assistant Coach

The University of Texas Longhorn Women’s Basketball Camp
06.2017 - 07.2018
  • Assisted in the coaching of fundamental and advanced camps for 600+ athletes (ages 11-17)
  • Demonstrated proper technique and drills to help athletes develop advanced shooting skills
  • Served as official during inter squad scrimmages
  • Spoke to 600+ girls on how to reach the next competitive level of basketball
  • Provided mentorship to boys and girls of all ages

Education

Master of Communication Management -

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, California
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina
05.2021

The University of South Carolina - Exercise Science

The University of South Carolina
05-2021

Skills

  • Excel Proficiency
  • Proficient in Word
  • Social Media Engagement
  • IOS
  • Creative/ Business Writing
  • Public Speaking
  • Google Analytics Competency
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-discipline
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Leadership
  • Problem Solving

Awards

  • President’s Honor Roll, Fall 2017, Spring 2020
  • Arnold School of Public Health Dean’s List, 2019-2021
  • SEC All-Academic Team, 2020-2022
  • Pac-12 All Academic Team 2023

Community Service

  • Volunteer, Gamecock Games, Spring 2022, Columbia, SC, Played games and sports with kids who had medical ailments.
  • Visitor/Mentor, Palmetto Children’s Hospital, Fall 2019, Columbia, SC, Served at the children’s hospital and passed out teddy bears to children.
  • Visitor/Participant, Camille Graham Correctional Facility, Summer 2019, Columbia, SC, Engaged in several life-changing activities with the women who were housed.
  • Volunteer, MLK Day of Service, Winter 2018, Austin, TX, Attended, supported and served at a local oratory competition for elementary-aged students.

Leadership Experience

  • Motivational Speaker: Four speaking engagements that involved speaking to Irmo High School, Black Student Athlete Summit, The Bishop’s School and The University of Southern California. Empowered young students and adults to pursue their dreams and motivated those who felt like they couldn’t succeed or those who needed motivation to enter the real world.
  • Division I Varsity Student-Athlete, The University of Southern California Women’s Basketball Team, 06/22 – 05/23, The University of South Carolina Women’s Basketball Team, 06/19 – 05/22, The University of Texas Women’s Basketball Team, 06/17 – 05/19, Trained 20 hours per week while balancing an academic course load and a practice/training schedule. Hosted prospective women’s basketball student-athletes during USC recruitment.

Timeline

Professional Athlete

WCBA
11.2024 - 03.2025

Professional Athlete

Saarlouis Royals
08.2023 - 04.2024

Coordinator of Undergraduate/ Athlete Relations

Black Student Athlete Summit
01.2023 - Current

Volunteer

Between the Lines
01.2023 - Current

Student Intern

Prisma Health Orthopedics
12.2020 - 05.2021

Merchandising Associate

Sam’s Club
04.2020 - 06.2020

Assistant Coach

Basketball Camps Across the NCAA
06.2017 - 07.2024

Assistant Coach

The University of Texas Longhorn Women’s Basketball Camp
06.2017 - 07.2018

Master of Communication Management -

University of Southern California

Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science

University of South Carolina

The University of South Carolina - Exercise Science

The University of South Carolina
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