My Resume

DERICK SAMONEK

DESIGN & AQUATICS PROFESSIONAL

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

JEFFERY DESIGN STUDIO (2023)

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Junior Interior Designer

- Collaborated in the creation of interior design concepts and plans.

- Assisted in client presentations and contributed to the development of construction documents using AutoCAD.

- Played a key role in coordinating with team members to ensure the timely and successful execution of projects.

- Contributed to the overall success of design projects by maintaining a high standard of attention to detail.

CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL (2023-PRESENT)

Head Water Polo Coach | Head Swim Coach 

- Led and coached the high school water polo team, focusing on skill development and team strategy.

- Fostered a positive team culture, emphasizing leadership, discipline, and sportsmanship.

- Organized and executed effective practice sessions to enhance individual and team performance.

- Managed team logistics, including coordinating meets and maintaining communication with school administration.

- Celebrated athletes' achievements through recognition and promotion.

TRITON AQUATICS CLUB (2022-PRESENT)

Head Water Polo Coach | Web & Marketing Designer | Team Photographer & Editor

- Coached and developed swimming and water polo skills, emphasizing teamwork and leadership.

- Spearheaded strategic planning for enhanced team practices and overall efficiency.

- Designed engaging web and marketing content for the club's online presence.

- Captured and edited visuals to promote and recognize athletes' achievements.

LAS POSITAS COLLEGE VETERANS FIRST PROGRAM (2019-PRESENT)

Veteran Transition Support

- Assisted student veterans in their transition to college life.

- Planned community events and collaborated with organizations.

- Provided support to veteran counselors in daily tasks.

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS (2012-2016)

Squad Leader & Non-Commissioned Officer

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- Led tactical movements and employed the 60mm mortar system in combat.

- Educated, coordinated, and managed as a squad leader.

- Upheld Marine Corps standards, enforcing rules and regulations.

- Maintained a high level of fitness and readiness.

- Relayed communications between superiors and junior Marines.

DESIGN EDUCATION

SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY (2022)

Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, Minor in Marketing

- Dean’s List (2020, 2021, 2022)

LAS POSITAS COLLEGE (2019)

Associate of Science in Interior Design

- Graduated with highest honors (3.96 GPA)

- Scholar-Athlete (Water Polo, Swim) (2018-2019)

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

- Sergeant (USMC)

- Good Conduct Medal (USMC)

- Osher Foundation Scholarship

- LPC Veteran First Transfer Scholarship

- Sean Brock Foundation Scholarship

- XL Construction Building to Improve Lives Scholarship

- Marines Memorial Scholarship

- SFSU Achievement Award

SKILLS

- Design: Interior Design, AutoCAD, Hand Drafting, Material Selection

- Coaching: Swim & Water Polo, Team Management, Leadership

- Marketing & Communication: Social Media Marketing, Adobe Creative Cloud

- Project Organization & Problem-Solving