A brief outline that highlights the skills, experiences and values that make me the ideal candidate for the position of Community Development Coordinator for the Los Angeles Galaxy.

1. COORDINATOR, Amanda
COMMUNUITY Berridge
DEVELOPMENT
A brief outline on how my skills, experiences and personal values make me
the ideal fit for the position of Coordinator of Community Development
with the Los Angeles Galaxy

2. “It’s easy to make a buck. It’s a lot tougher to make a difference.” – Tom Brokaw
A position that allows me to have an impact on others and working for an organization that
values community development is a dream of mine.
Skill/Job Function for
Personal Ties
Position
Candidate’s
Highlights  Proficiency in MS Office,
Especially XL and Word
Provide Administrative Supports:  Experience Overseeing Interns
University of Florida Maintaining Databases, and Maintaining Merchandise
Sport Management Correspondence, Maintaining Inventory with Rowdies
Graduate Supplies, Inventory, Oversee Interns  Experience in Office Support at
an Attorney’s Office and with
Over 10 Years in Rowdies
Continuous Volunteer
Organize Player Autograph Sessions  Coordinated Autographs After
Experience with Youth
for Organization Rowdies Home Games
and Special Needs
Organizations Assist with Updating of LA Galaxy  Experience in Websites and Social
Foundation Web Site, Write Recaps Media
Strong Personal and Overviews  Strong Writing Skills
Values, Conviction and
 Assisted in Similar Rowdies
Standards
Assist in Coordination of Community Initiatives and Programs
Personal Strengths Development Programs, Events and  Long History of Personal
Initiatives Involvement with Similar
Include, Drive,
Programs
Intensity and
Conscientiousness  Experience with Maintaining Fan,
Developing and Maintaining
Sponsor and Volunteer
Relationships
Professional Skillset Relationships with Rowdies
Includes, Computer
Proficiency, Task
Personal Strengths
Efficiency and
 Able to Perform Optimally Under Pressure
Flexibility
 Goal and Detail-Oriented and Organized
Experience with a  Efficient in Multi-Tasking with Ability to Prioritize
Professional Sports  Team Player who Keeps Organizational Goals In-Mind
Team  Flexibility in Schedule and Job Functions with Ability to Follow
Instruction and Take Criticism
 Strong Communication Skills

3. Ideas for the Future
“Special SoCal Kids”: Community Initiative
The Southern California Special Olympics serves more than 13,000 athletes in Southern California and the Galaxy’s support
of the Special Olympics would not only expand their involvement in youth sports initiatives, but would also touch the lives
of group of individuals and families who face a different set of obstacles. The Galaxy could be as involved as they like,
ranging from volunteering or having player appearances on the day of the games, to organizing soccer practices with the
Special Olympic athletes.
“Cosmo’s Tournament of Champions”: Community Program
The most expensive part of youth sports for underprivileged families is the cost of participating in teams or tournaments,
many teams with low funding cannot afford to attend big state or national tournaments. This soccer tournament would
allow qualifying teams from around the state to participate for free in a state-level tournament with nice facilities,
giveaways and awards, providing a rich experience that these children would otherwise not get to enjoy. In the future, we
could turn this into a prestigious national tournament.
“Hands for Habitat”: Community Initiative
What better gift can you give a family than putting a safe roof over their heads? The Galaxy would partner with Habitat-for
Humanity and help build housing for underprivileged families in the Southern California area. The level of involvement
could range from player, fan and staff volunteering for Habitat events or coordinating and funding the Galaxy’s own events
or home builds.
“A Car for Caring”: Fundraising
Through a partnership with Kelley Blue Book (Auto Trader) or a local Car Dealership, fans would purchase raffle tickets to
win a car provided by the sponsor. The sponsor would enjoy the benefits of having their name on the website, mentioned at
games and advertising for them on the raffle car that would sit outside the Home Depot Center through the regular season.
Revenue from the tickets would support the Los Angeles Galaxy Foundation.
“Good Eats for a Good Cause”: Fundraising
Similar to the Galaxy’s Goodsearch partnership, one restaurant weekly would donate a percentage of their revenue to the
Los Angeles Galaxy Foundation for a specified day. The promotion could go on for an entire game, with mention of a
keyword or during a specified time (ex: post-game), depending on the sponsor’s wishes.

4. Resume
Amanda J. Berridge
1707 Simplicity
Irvine, CA 92620
(813)431-6704
aberridge@ufl.edu
Education
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL Aug. 2007 - Aug. 2012
Bachelor of Science in Sport Management
Minor in Business Administration
Expected Graduation: August 2012
Related Work Experience
Tampa Bay Rowdies, Tampa, FL May 2012 – Aug. 2012
Operations Intern
 Prepare team necessities for home games and away games including itineraries, per diems,
uniforms, rental cars and hotel information.
 Ready the stadium and locker rooms for home games.
 Play an active role in carrying out, monitoring and wrapping up game day activities, pre, during
and post-game.
 Orchestrate and supervise FanZone for Saturday home games.
 Develop a merchandise system, take inventory, track sales and supervise merchandise volunteers
on game day.
 Assist other areas within the organization, including public relations, marketing and sales.
 Complete internship projects; fan code of conduct, emergency plan, operations handbook and
intern handbook.
Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center, Brandon, FL Feb. 2012 – Present
Volunteer
 TRIDENT (Training and Recreation for the Intellectually Disabled to Enhance Natural Talents)
instructor and coordinator.
 Foster growth in participants’ social skills through daily peer interaction and organized activities.
 Generate plans for life skills and educational activities, with lessons on everything from money
handling to time management and transportation options.
 Lead sports and recreation activity opportunities.
 Enhance the quality of life for TRIDENT participants, by helping them become more
independent and integrated members of society.
Fight Factory, Tampa, FL May 2011 – Aug. 2011
Summer Intern/Camp Coach
 Lead youth sports camp, helped individuals develop sports skills.
 Helped foster healthy living and exercise practices for children.
 Created and maintained website and controlled social media outlets.
 Strategized with owners about business growth and development.
 Organized memberships and implement organizational practices.
Fitness for $10, Brandon, FL Jan. 2011 – Apr. 2011
Intern
 Assisted in administrative office duties.
 Gathered member feedback through verbal and written surveys.
 Distributed marketing materials to community business partners.

5.  Oversaw front desk operations and diffused complaints and membership issues.
The Sports Center, Tampa, FL May 2010 – Aug. 2010
Summer Intern
 Lead marketing initiatives; including strategic planning, design and distribution.
 Collaborated with the executive board on facility construction, staff hiring and program planning
for the new sports training facility.
 Published updates to the website and controlled social media outlets.
University of Florida Department of Recreational Sports, Gainesville, FL Jan. 2008 – May 2010
Fitness Associate (Fitness Supervisor Aug. 2008/Recreational Manager Jan. 2009)/Personal Trainer
 Promoted after only a semester of employment to supervise strength and conditioning rooms and
staff.
 Promoted again a semester later to oversee a staff of over 600 students and monitor 6
recreational facilities across a large University campus.
 Acted as first response to emergency situations and facility problems.
 Helped student clients reach fitness goals through program design, safe and effective exercise
demonstration, healthy living guidance and positive support.
Rory B. Weiner, P.A., Brandon, FL May 2008 – Aug. 2008
Office Assistant
 Organize and inventory case files in a self-created inventory system.
 Scan, fax and mail documents and correspondence.
 Create a computer database and system for filing case files.
Volunteering
 World Cup Qualifying Game Day Volunteer, United States Men’s National Team v. Antigua and
Barbuda, June 2012
 USA Wrestling, Southeastern USA, Aug. 2003 – Present
 Adopt-a-Family, Bradenton, FL, Dec. 2003 – Dec. 2005
Presentations
 University of Florida, Department of Recreational Sports, Guest Speaker, Gainesville, FL, “10 Tips for
Healthy Living”, Mar. 2010
 CBS Radio, 620 AM, Guest Radio Host, “The Sports Explosion”, Feb. 2010 – Mar. 2010
Honors and Awards
 National Physique Committee Amateur Figure Competitor, 2nd Place Central Florida Championships, 4th
Place Tampa Bay Classic, June 2010
 Florida Academic Scholar’s Award, Bright Future’s Recipient, May 2007
Certifications
 CPR/First Aid, Bradenton, FL, Aug. 2003 – Present
 USA Wrestling Pairing Official, Brandon, FL, Aug. 2003 – Present
 American Council on Exercise, Certified Personal Trainer, Gainesville, FL, Oct. 2009 – Oct. 2011
Non-Related Work Experience
The Cheesecake Factory, Brandon, FL Jan. 2011 – May 2012
Server (Designated Trainer Feb. 2012)
 Orchestrate job responsibilities efficiently to meet the demands of a high volume restaurant with
annual sales over 3 million dollars.
 Train new servers and check server work completion at shift end.
Professional Memberships
 American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Student Member, Feb. 2011 –
Present
 National Association for Sport and Physical Education, Feb. 2011 – Present
 American Council on Exercise, Oct. 2008 – Sept. 2010
References available upon request.

6. Closing Sentiments
The prospect of working for the Los Angeles Galaxy’s Community
Development Department could not be more exciting to me. I think that the
department’s current initiatives are remarkable and hope to get the opportun ity
to continue to develop their programs, like the Drive Series, Kicks for Kids,
Reading Garden Challenge and Holiday Event.
It is hard to imagine another position that fits my personal and
professional goals, skills and values as well as this position does. I am confident
that I will be an influential addition to the Galaxy’s Community Development
team.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I am looking forward to
hearing back from you.
Sincerely,
Amanda Berridge
Contact Information
Amanda Berridge
(813)431-6704
aberridge@ufl.edu
Available to Work – August 27, 2012