Josh Bickle

18 Kirkham Dr, Ajax, ON L1S 5K5

613-921-7606

Experience

Ironworkers Local 721, (February 2015 Present)

Apprentice Ironworker
Work with dedication and safety upholding the Halls Code of Excellence on all jobs

Attend monthly meetings of the membership and all additional meetings as required

Municipality of Tweed, (July 2014 November 2014)

Event Co-ordinator (Contract Position)
Organize, plan, and execute special events for the Municipality

Special event staff and volunteer recruitment and training

Create budget recommendations for senior staff

Implement events within provided budgets

Event layout with special attention to health and safety procedures

Manage social media and marketing efforts

Respond to public inquiries in regards to event

Student Association at Durham College & UOIT, (September 2009 June 2013)
Vice President of College Affairs (May 2011-May 2013)
Work with executive in the development and implementation of operational budgets

Manage and coordinate the day to day operations of senior staff

Develop and implement student programming for over 16,000 full-time students

Organize, plan, and execute on-campus events and fundraisers

Guide student clubs and societies in the planning, organization and promotion of their
events on campus
Represent the organization to Municipal & Provincial Government representatives

Recruit, supervise, and develop student volunteers across campus

Assist in obtaining sponsorships, partnerships, and other external funding opportunities

Assist in all HR aspects (hiring, termination, employee reviews)

Keep active and vibrant social media accounts

Brand Ambassador Team Leader (September 2009 April 2011)

Supervise Student Association promotions team

Manage schedules and payroll

Liaise with senior management and execute provided direction

Develop creative and innovative marketing strategies and campaigns

Assist the Marketing Coordinator in all tasks that are requested

Durham Workforce Authority, (June 2012 September 2012)

Marketing Project Assistant (Contract Position)
Development and creation of marketing and social media strategies

Liaise with local partners and agencies to assess issue and needs

Develop a creative budgeting strategy for implementation of marketing strategies

Develop Policy and Procedure guide for social media usage

Plan a calendar of events with detailed execution plans

American Eagle Outfitters, (December 2007 June 2009)

Store Standards Expert & Head Cashier
Managed and maintained the visual appearance of the Mens section to AEO Standards

Managed Mens section sales team during regular store hours

Provided excellent customer service using unrivalled sales techniques

Managed cashiers and ensured end of shift till counts were accurate

Assisted in end of day cash close duties

Opening and closing duties as required

Tweed Video Centre, (April 2002 September 2006)

Assistant Store Manager
Managed small team in the day to day operation of the store

Responsible for hiring and training new employees

Inventory management and payroll duties

Worked with management team to develop customer service strategies

Education
2014
2012
2007

Durham College, Recreation & Leisure Services Diploma

Durham College, Studied Business Marketing & Human Resources
Brock University, Studied Theatre Arts & Stage Management

Volunteer Activities
Big Brothers Big Sisters Oshawa-Whitby: In-School Mentor & Game On Coordinator (Jan
2014-July 2014)
Downtown Business Improvement Association: Marketing Committee (Nov 2013-July 2014)
Society of Business, IT & Management: President (2011-2014)
Society of Recreation & Leisure Services: Vice-President (Sept 2012-May 2014)
Durham College Sustainability Committee: Co-Chair (Sept 2011-May 2013)
President Advisory Council: Student Representative (2012-2013)
Student Association at Durham College & UOIT: Board of Directors (2012-2013)
College Student Alliance: Board of Directors (2011 & 2013)
Tweed Youth Theatre Guild: Program Director (2004-2007)

Tweed Youth Council: Youth Director (2002-2005)

Other Certifications & Awards
Standard First Aid/CPR C & AED
High Five (Quest 2) Certified
2014 Student Leadership Award

High Five (PHCD) Certified

40 Hours Completion CLASS Software

View my online portfolio by visiting joshbickle.weebly.com for examples of my work, detailed

information on my education, and for further information regarding my history.