Brandon Shepherd graduated from Grand Canyon University with a Bachelor's degree in Theology. He has worked in various roles including as a cashier, usher, and technician to gain experience in customer service. He is passionate about youth ministry and hopes to utilize his education and skills to positively impact middle school and high school students.

1. BRANDON.SHEPHERD1993@GM AIL.COM / 260.246.7276 / 3300 W CAM ELBACK RD /
PHOENIX, AZ /
PROFILE
Since graduating from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ I plan on attending the university
once more this next fall to complete my Master’s Degree in Divinity. I believe that this job would fuel
my passion for middle school/ high schoolyouth and utilize the skills and knowledge that I have
acquired through my education. I believe that it is important to advocate for kids this age and walk
alongside them through monumental moments in their lives. It is important for youth to have others
around them who understand what they are going through and people who support them through this
process of growth. My heart is to positively impact the kids of your organization and be the influence
that brings hope in their lives. The youth are my utmost passion because ultimately, they are the future
of the world. If we do not invest in our youth today,then our youth will not rise up to make the world
a better place for the future.
EXPERIENCE
TEAM M EM BER , HARKINS THEATRES — M AY 2016- PRESENT
PHOENIX, AZ
During this second experience at Harkins I have continued as a Team Member fulfilling the role of
cashier at both concessions and boxoffice. I also fulfill the role of usher, in which we clean theaters
and restrooms. I have gained further knowledge about working with a team, managing time, and
providing excellent customer service when interacting with guests.
TEAM M EM BER / CASHIER , GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY FOOD SERVICES —
M AY 2015-APRIL 2016
PHOENIX, AZ
During my senioryear in college I worked with GCU Food Services as a team member/cashier at
Lopes Mart. In this job I furthered my understanding of customer service and learned basic skills such
as counting money, working with a team, and keeping the store stocked.
LEVEL 1 TECHNICIAN , GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY TECH SUPPORT — NOV.
2014-JULY 2015
PHOENIX, AZ
In working with GCU’s Technical Support department I gained a broader understanding of computers
and computer programs/websites that were necessary in assisting our customers (Microsoft Office,
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2. CRM, XRM, loudcloud, Adobe Reader, CampusVue, apply.gcu.edu, etc.). I also had the opportunity
to learn how to provide customer service over the phone.Through this experience, I have gained a
higher level of confidence when assisting customers over the phone.
TEAM M EM BER, HARKINS THEATERS — APRIL 2014-AUG. 2014
SEDONA, AZ
During the summer of 2014 I had the opportunity to work for Harkins Theaters. In this job I furthered
my understanding of customer service and learned basic skills such as counting money, working with
a team, managing time (as we had to manage time wisely in order to clean theaters as they let out).
PRODUCTION / SIGN ASSEM BLY, M ID-AM ERICA SIGN - JUNE 2012-JAN. 2014
FORT WAYNE, IN
In the summer after my Senior year in high schoolI had the opportunity to work with my father at the
sign company that he was employed. This job taught me many practical skills such as working with
tools, managing my time well to complete a task in a timely manner, keeping myself accountable
while working alone, and being flexible (as I did many odd jobs around the shop).I also returned
during breaks in college until January 2014.
CASHIER , BURGER KING - M ARCH 2011 - APRIL 2012
FORT WAYNE, IN
Working at Burger King was my first experience of working a real job. I learned skills such as
counting money as a cashier, working with a team, and general responsibilities that come with having
a job. These skills helped shape the skillset and work ethic that I display currently.
LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNT EE R WORK
LIFE LEADER, GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY - AUG. 2013-ARIL 2016
PHOENIX, AZ
In this ministry I was responsible for leading a small group Bible study within the hall of my dorm at
school.I was also, responsible for building community in my dorm, in which relationships were
formed between my residents and I in order to be a light to them and disciple them in their walks with
the Lord.
NEW CITY KIDS VOLUNTEER , NEW CITY CHURCH - OCT. 2015-OCT.2016
PHOENIX, AZ

3. In this ministry I volunteered to be a small group leader for the elementary kids (K-5th grade). This
was a great experience in learning how to lead small children and teach them according to their
learning styles.This leadership experience was different for me because until this time I had only lead
Bible studies among my peers.In this ministry opportunity (as well as the youth ministry classes that I
was enrolled in around the same time) I learned that kids learn through concrete ideas and teachings as
opposed to more abstract ideas. I was able to take what I learned in class and apply it to real world
ministry. This experience really prepared me to lead children’s and youth ministry in the future.
FAM ILY M INISTRIES INTERN , NEW CITY CHURCH - JUNE 2016-OCT 2016
PHOENIX, AZ
As an intern underthe Family Ministries director, I learned how to develop curriculum for the K-4
children, assemble volunteers for events,implement lesson plans in addition to teaching them on
Sundays during small group. During this time, I was able to discern my calling for youth and better
understand howto work within a ministry. I was also able to further the knowledge from my studies
by implementing it into a real church setting.
EDUCAT ION
GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY ; PHOENIX, AZ -
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN THEOLOGY
2012-2016
SKILLS
I am exceptionally sociable and love working with people. I believe that if hired, I could positively
impact this organization and the youth within it. Additionally, I am a very hard working individual
who displays a strong sense ofintegrity at the workplace. This integrity has been developed through
my leadership roles that I’ve taken on throughout college, as well as my past work experience.
REFERE NCES
M ICHAEL ORONA
FOOD SERVICES LEAD; GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY
(480) 236-6161
JEFF DEARINGER
SHOP M ANAGER; M ID-AM ERICA SIGN
(260) 415-2059

4. AM Y JACOBER
FACULTY; GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY