Up-and-coming Youth Resume

[ben23]

Hey guys, I am a newbie here, but frequent alot of other sites- I'm glad to be part of ultimatebass.com!!!!

Please help me improve this resume in any way possible....THANKS

This is my resume without a cover letter. The cover letter would include the reasons I belive in the company's product, which is the only way I would ever rep. a company.

thanks guys
God Bless
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Dear ________,
      I am Ben Dziwulski, an honor roll Junior at Glenelg High school in Maryland. Here is what I have to offer to your company:

Accomplishments/ Visibility:
Two 8.5 Foot, 350lb Sand Tiger sharks caught from beach
Jr. Bassmaster tournament- 2006- 4 times- 1st
Jr. Bassmaster tournament- 2006-2 times- 2nd
Jr. Bassmaster tournament- 2006- 2 times- 3rd
Rocky Gorge Classic- Jr. Bassmaster tournament- 2006- 1st
Centennial Night Crawler Tournament- 2006- 3rd
Junior State Qualifying Tournament- 2006- 1st
Junior World Bassmaster Championship Qualifier for 2007
All- Mid Atlantic 2nd Place
Non-Fishing Accomplishments:
Academic
- 4.3 weighted GPA, 3.9 un-weighted
- Member of the National Honors Society
- 1st place School Science Fair
- 1st place County Science Fair
Community Service-
-3 and 4 year old youth group leader for Grace Community Church
- Marched in President Bush's Inaugural Parade for JROTC
- Volunteer Basketball Coach for Glenelg Basketball Camp 
- DNR Electrofishing volunteer
- Volunteer Seminars at Bass Pro Shops
Sports-
-10 Basketball Camp MVP awards (invitational camps)
-5 Basketball Camp Sportsmanship Awards (invitational camps)
-Varsity Football and Basketball for Glenelg High School


Assets/ Visibility:
For a young angler, I would consider myself extremely visible for my age:

Internet Sources- Not only am I a moderator for a youth fishing website www.jasskids.com (Junior Anglers Sportsman Society), I also am a frequent messenger on many high-profile fishing websites like www.tackletour.com  and www.bassresource.com. 

Maryland DNR work- Along with fishing, I like to understand what makes bass work, and comprehend different aspects of water quality versus fish concentration. I am able to gain this information by working with the MD Department of Natural Resources fisheries biologists. In working with them, I get to go electro-fishing, which is where an electrical current causes fish in the area to float to the surface. We collect the fish for length and weight, and then return the revivified fish back into the water unharmed. This experience helps me understand the way that bass live, just like Ken Cook- a fisheries biologist for many years. 

Mentorship-In school I am working with an FLW tournament pro Frank Ippoliti. Frank is helping me fully understand what it takes to become a professional. I am writing a paper about what it takes to "go pro" in fishing. In the paper, I will make an outline of the steps that youths need to follow in order to set themselves up for a career in competitive fishing. Ultimately, I am aiming to have this paper published in a bass fishing magazine and many online sources such as tackle tour, bass resource, www.rodsbyairrus.com, and J.A.S.S. Kids website. 

Marketing- Along with this paper, I have been attending marketing seminars to learn about ways to market myself, and the companies that I represent.

Media Coverage- Before my JWC event, I had an entire article in the local paper that focused on my fishing success and goals. It was the Front-Page story and main picture for that issue; my sponsors were clearly visible in the picture.

Seminars- I was invited by Bass Pro Shops manager Allan Ellis to do seminars monthly on topics that I choose. This will prepare me for future seminars that focus on other, more advanced topics. The first weekend of every month I also help conduct a seminar for youth fishermen that focuses on the basics of fishing. Overall, I have 2-3 seminars a month.

Science Fair- During 2006, I did a school science fair project about fish and color recognition. This project won at the school and county level, sending me to the All- State fair, where I received honorable mention. 

Future Plans:
College- 
Wake Forest or NC State- NC State has a fishing team involved in the College Bass Circuit. This past year, they won the national event. After they won, their club organizer (also professor at the school), Jonathan Phillips, called me. He saw on BassResource.com that I was interested in fishing while in college. He told me that he would love to help me get into NC State. In college, I plan on majoring in business management and marketing. I also plan to minor in fisheries biology and continue with my DNR volunteer work. 
Professional- 
After college, if I have the right sponsorships lined up, and feel confident in my ability to compete, I will continue the pursuit of a professional fishing career. Based on my research and what Frank has told me, I know that it is a career filled with risks, but I know that I am willing to make the sacrifices. 

With that said, I know that I can offer a great deal of exposure through the ideas mentioned above, and I make sure to promote the products I represent to the best of my ability at my age. I am open to help out in any way possible through fishing shows and other events. I would love to represent your product in all of my fishing activities, and think that I am a valuable candidate because I have large contacts in the youth fishing industry, where many other adults do not have access to. 
Please take the time to look over this, and let me know what you think- I am very open to criticism because I want to improve. 

I would love to talk to you, so give me a call at *** *** **** or email at b23ball23fisher@hotmail.com if you have any questions. As a reference, please call Frank Ippoliti (FLW Tour Angler) at *** *** ****.
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Thank you for your time,


Ben Dziwulski
*** *** ****
www.secretweaponlures.com/prostaff_dziwulski.htm
b23ball23fisher@hotmail.com

Currently Representing:
Airrus Fishing Rods
Cache Custom Lures
Niffken Tournament plastics
Outdoor Contours Custom 3d Mapping
JASS Kids Moderator
Hi-Seas Fishing Line
Secret Weapon Lures

[Swede]

You are rowing more than one boat Ben - by that I mean you are very very busy and have your life in order and your priorities in order.  If you keep it that way - you'll have no problem finding the sponsorship to move to the bigger tourneys when you are through with college.  Resume looks good - the general picture tells the story - it has success written all over it.

[fishforfree]

That's one of the best resume's I've seen.  And I'm not a big fan of resume's.


Nice job!! 

FFF