Devon Lewis
Carson
Summary
Personable and motivated with strong passion for sports.
Developed essential photography and editing skills in fast-paced, client-focused environment. Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, meet deadlines, and produce high-quality visual content. Offering strong work ethic and quick learner mindset, eager to excel and grow in dynamic retail environment. Brings understanding of retail operations and ability to quickly pick up on new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sports Photographer
California State University Dominguez Hills
09.2024 - Current
- Captured high-quality sports images by utilizing advanced photography techniques and equipment.
- Increased event coverage efficiency by coordinating with organizers and scouting ideal locations for capturing action shots.
- Managed workload effectively, prioritizing simultaneous assignments while meeting strict deadlines under pressure.
Retail Warehouse Associate
LA Clippers
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintained a clean work environment, ensuring compliance with company health and safety requirements.
- Kept track of damaged goods or returned items; facilitated proper disposition according to company policies.
- Reduced order processing time with careful attention to detail and accurate product picking.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize warehouse layout, resulting in improved workflow and productivity levels.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Updated pricing by changing labels and signage for short-term promotions and final clearances.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
Part-time - Stocker
Target
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Completed end-of-day tasks such as returning misplaced items to their correct locations, contributing to an organized sales floor for the next day''s business.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Collaborated with team members to complete stocking tasks during peak business hours, maintaining a well-stocked sales floor.
Freelancer
Freelance Writer
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Wrote production scripts for various YouTube productions across the country
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
Part-time - Game Management
Cal Poly Humboldt
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Organized and helped prepare materials for onsite and offsite events.
- Supported game-day operations by managing equipment inventory and providing assistance to coaching staff as needed.
- Compiled game summaries by reporting scores, inputting team schedules and updating team and individual statistics.
Part-time - Game Management
Sierra College
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Organized and helped prepare materials for onsite and offsite events.
- Compiled game summaries by reporting scores, inputting team schedules and updating team and individual statistics.
- Supported game-day operations by managing equipment inventory and providing assistance to coaching staff as needed.
Part-time - Retail Stock Clerk
Costco Wholesale
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Streamlined stock checking process during regular audits leading to quicker completion of inventory counts.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment through regular cleaning tasks and hazard identification.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency during peak shopping periods.
- Collected and returned all hand baskets and shopping carts to proper place for new customer use.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
Part-time - Party Host/Jump Patrol
Rockin’ Jump
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Enhanced guest experience by providing exceptional customer service and creating a fun atmosphere for events.
- Supervised children's activities, maintaining happiness, safety and well-being.
- Provided support during high-volume periods by assisting other hosts in managing multiple parties simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service provided at each event.
- Led creative games and activities to engage and entertain guests during events.
- Managed event schedules effectively, ensuring timely execution of activities and smooth transitions between segments.
Part-time - Retail Associate
Adidas
03.2019 - 04.2020
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming store environment to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - TV, Media, & Film
California State Dominguez Hills University
05-2025
Associate in Arts - Communication Studies
Sierra College
01.2022
High School Diploma -
Will C. Wood
01.2019
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to comprehend and easily follow directions (coachable)
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Good customer service
- Very good at organization
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Team collaboration
- Social media content
- Creative Writing
- Photography skills
Awards
- CCCAA State Champion (2022)
- 1st Team All-Conference (2019 & 2022)
- Female Career Athlete (2019)
- All-MEL Women's Basketball Team (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019)
- MEL League MVP Women's Basketball (2017 & 2018)
Timeline
Sports Photographer
California State University Dominguez Hills
09.2024 - Current
Retail Warehouse Associate
LA Clippers
05.2024 - 09.2024
Freelancer
Freelance Writer
07.2023 - 08.2023
Part-time - Stocker
Target
06.2023 - 01.2024
Part-time - Game Management
Cal Poly Humboldt
08.2022 - 05.2023
Part-time - Retail Stock Clerk
Costco Wholesale
08.2020 - 11.2021
Part-time - Game Management
Sierra College
08.2019 - 05.2022
Part-time - Retail Associate
Adidas
03.2019 - 04.2020
Part-time - Party Host/Jump Patrol
Rockin’ Jump
01.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor's Degree - TV, Media, & Film
California State Dominguez Hills University
Associate in Arts - Communication Studies
Sierra College
High School Diploma -
Will C. Wood
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