MAX RALPH
Santa Clarita
Summary
Versatile fitness professional and performing artist with extensive experience designing and implementing personalized training programs for a diverse clientele, spanning from elderly populations to competitive young athletes. Demonstrated expertise in adapting exercise protocols to meet varying fitness levels, physical limitations, and performance goals. As a working actor, I also bring strong communication skills, discipline, and body awareness from my professional acting experience to create engaging and motivational training environments. Combines deep understanding of movement mechanics with exceptional interpersonal skills to help clients achieve their health and fitness objectives safely and effectively.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Trainer
24 Hour Fitness
Mission Hills
06.2024 - Current
- Designed personalized workout plans for diverse client needs.
- Conducted fitness assessments to evaluate client progress and goals.
- Instructed clients on proper exercise techniques to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Maintained a clean and organized gym environment for optimal training conditions.
- Developed marketing materials to attract new members to the gym programs.
Looper/Voice Actor
SAG AFTRA
Los Angeles
06.2022 - Current
- Provides voices for animated characters, video games, commercials, background characters and many other forms of media.
- Work from both home and recording studios, typically with several other voice actors.
- Use voice to convey a wide range of emotions, deliver dialogue and bring characters to life.
- Quickly adapt to direction and feedback, ensuring that my performances align with the creative vision of directors, producers, and clients.
Personal Trainer
Studeo Gyms
Beverly Hills
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Develops personalized exercise programs tailored to clients' individual goals, abilities, and preferences, incorporating a variety of training techniques, such as strength training, cardio, and flexibility exercises.
- Provides motivation, support, and accountability to help clients stay committed to their fitness journey, celebrating their successes, and offering guidance when faced with challenges.
- Educates clients on proper nutrition, healthy lifestyle habits, and wellness strategies to complement their training, and optimize overall health and well-being.
- Builds strong, professional relationships with clients based on trust, empathy, and open communication, fostering a positive and supportive training atmosphere.
- Collaborates with other fitness professionals, such as nutritionists and physical therapists, to provide a comprehensive and holistic approach to clients' health and wellness needs.
Sales Associate
Nike
Santa Clarita
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Greeted and assisted customers in a friendly and approachable manner, establishing a positive rapport and building lasting relationships. Actively listened to customer needs, provided personalized recommendations, and ensured a tailored shopping experience.
- Developed an in-depth understanding of Nike's product offerings, including athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories. Utilized this knowledge to educate customers about product features, benefits, and performance attributes, helping them make informed purchasing decisions.
- Demonstrated a strong sales acumen by actively promoting new arrivals, limited-edition releases, and complementary products. Consistently met and exceeded sales targets through effective upselling techniques and suggestive selling.
- Worked closely with fellow sales associates, supervisors, and management to achieve store goals and maintain a positive team atmosphere. Participated in team meetings, training sessions, and special projects to enhance product knowledge and customer service skills.
Basketball coach
Level Up Hoops Academy
Indio
06.2016 - 06.2021
- Taught young, aspiring athletes the fundamentals of basketball.
- Expressed the importance of discipline and mental preparation that is needed to be successful in the sport.
- Helped create a fun, safe environment for young student-athletes to learn how to have fun and compete with their peers simultaneously.
Education
Kinesiology -
Cal State Univ. Northridge
Northridge, CA01-2026
Associate of Science -
Los Angeles Valley College
07.2022
High School Diploma -
Palm Desert High School
06.2019
Skills
- Strong Communication
- Leadership Abilities
- Positive Attitude
- Time Management
- Organization Skills
- Goal Setting
- Hard Working
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Ability to learn new things quickly
- Multitasking
- Ability to work in a team
- Ability to handle difficult situations
- Ability to work individually
Volunteer Experience
- Union Rescue Mission, Thanksgiving volunteer in Skid Row
Provided warm turkeys and other dishes for the homeless and people in need in skid row., Set up tents and cooperative games and activities.
Awards
- CPT Certification, NFPT
- CPR Certification, HSI
Activities
- College/Prep Athlete, Basketball Player
Traveled the world and created lifelong memories and friends through basketball. Learned what toughness, commitment, and teamwork truly means.
- Los Angeles Valley College UMOJA Program
Community of African American scholars at Los Angeles Valley College. Attended classes, events, and meetings to further my education and network with others that share a similar background as I do.
Timeline
Personal Trainer
24 Hour Fitness
06.2024 - Current
Personal Trainer
Studeo Gyms
12.2023 - 12.2024
Sales Associate
Nike
04.2023 - 01.2024
Looper/Voice Actor
SAG AFTRA
06.2022 - Current
Basketball coach
Level Up Hoops Academy
06.2016 - 06.2021
Kinesiology -
Cal State Univ. Northridge
Associate of Science -
Los Angeles Valley College
High School Diploma -
Palm Desert High School