Christian Carver
Durham
Summary
Dynamic Studio Manager at The Exercise Coach with a proven track record in team leadership and client experience management. Expert in training development and project oversight, I successfully enhanced service quality and client satisfaction. My strong organizational skills and commitment to continuous improvement drive impactful results in fast-paced environments. Self-assured studio manager successfully oversees array of production tasks simultaneously and works with different personalities. Proven history of effective leadership and excellent employee motivation. Determined professional talented in organization and time management. Considered valuable member of any team and driven to work hard. Trained in leadership with proven history of superior finished products. Poised individual with well-developed skills. Committed to supporting clients and employees and providing exceptional service with a smile. Experienced Studio Manager with background in coordinating projects, overseeing studio operations and managing creative teams. Possess strong organizational skills coupled with exceptional leadership abilities, essential for driving productivity and ensuring client satisfaction. Have implemented cost-effective practices in previous roles, resulting in significant operational efficiency. Display excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively within diverse teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Studio Manager
The Exercise Coach
Cary
08.2024 - Current
- Managed daily studio operations and maintained a welcoming environment.
- Trained and supervised fitness coaches to enhance service quality.
- Scheduled client appointments and coordinated staff availability effectively.
- Implemented inventory control processes for fitness equipment and supplies.
- Organized marketing initiatives to promote health programs and services.
- Developed training materials for new hires to ensure consistency in service delivery.
- Monitored client satisfaction and gathered feedback for continuous improvement.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss performance and operational strategies.
- Monitored daily operations within the studio environment.
- Conducted regular meetings with teams to discuss upcoming tasks and deadlines.
- Assisted in the onboarding process of new employees by providing training materials.
- Organized production schedules, managed budgets and tracked expenses.
- Trained new employees and maintained healthy staff morale through consistent coaching and team building.
- Coordinated with clients on technical requirements for projects.
- Welcomed customers and asked open-ended questions to understand individual needs.
- Attended industry events to network with potential partners or collaborators.
- Maintained studio equipment and ensured all software was up to date.
- Facilitated weekly studio consultations, sales and order appointments.
- Coordinated schedules for staff, talent, and studio bookings to maximize efficiency.
- Managed studio space organization and upkeep, ensuring a safe and inspiring work environment.
- Conducted regular team meetings to discuss projects, resolve issues, and share updates.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Student Success Coach, Behavioral Specialist, Kings & Queens Program Coordinator, High School & Middle School Sports Coach
Durham Public Schools
Durham
06.2016 - 01.2025
- Maintains caseload of students assigned by the school's Lead Counselor who meet established criteria of at risk for retention and dropout.
- Participates in MTSS and student services department meetings and updates the team on students' progress to problem-solve and maintain intervention effectiveness.
- Develops individual plans to support a caseload of students being promoted and graduating on-cohort.
- Communicates with E-Learning to support the enrollment of students in credit recovery.
- Monitor students progress in credit recovery courses and provide opportunities for student acceleration in middle school and high school.
- Collaborates with students' school counselors to monitor 4 year plan progress.
- Counsels students individually and in groups on personal growth and development, educational and career planning, with appropriate follow-up to monitor student progress.
- Identify opportunities to celebrate student successes.
- Maintains an organized, functional and up-to-date office with available access to students, staff and families.
- Assists students with academic program planning.
- Collaborate with the student's school counselor to ensure course placement is aligned with post-secondary goals.
- Assists students in exploring post-high school opportunities.
- Refers students, parents and teachers to the school system and community resources.
- Consults with teachers, parents and administrators on the needs of individual students.
- Shares student data with teachers and parents.
- Initiates and/or participates in parent-teacher-student conferences.
- Informs students of their course and credit standing at appropriate intervals.
- Participates in program planning of exceptional children, including ESL.
- Participates in professional development activities.
- Adheres to the ethical standards of the school counseling profession.
Football Coach (Wide Receivers)
Northern Durham High School
Durham
06.2015 - 11.2023
- Developed training programs to enhance player skills and teamwork.
- Organized practice sessions to ensure effective use of time and resources.
- Instructed athletes on game strategies and techniques for improved performance.
- Collaborated with staff to plan and execute game day operations.
Boys Basketball Head Coach (Maroon)
Mount Zion Christian Academy
Durham
12.2022 - 02.2023
Girls Basketball Head Coach
Shepard Middle School
Durham
12.2021 - 02.2022
Football Coach (Wide Receivers, Quarterbacks, Special Teams)
Northern Durham High School
Durham
09.2018 - 11.2018
Track Coach (Sprinters, Relays)
Southern Durham High School
Durham
03.2017 - 05.2017
Boys Basketball Coach
Northern Durham High School
Durham
12.2016 - 02.2017
Football Coach (Wide Receivers, Quarterbacks, Return men)
Northern Durham High School
Durham
09.2016 - 11.2016
Track Coach (Sprinters, Relays)
Northern Durham High School
Durham
03.2016 - 05.2016
Boys Basketball Coach
Northern Durham High School
Durham
12.2015 - 02.2016
Football Coach (Wide Receivers, Quarterbacks, Return men)
Northern Durham High School
Durham
09.2015 - 11.2015
Track Coach (Sprinters, Relays)
Northern Durham High School
Durham
03.2015 - 05.2015
Education
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University - Sports Science Business Management
North Carolina Agricultural And Technical State University
Greensboro, NC05-2027
Durham Tech -
Durham Tech
Durham, NC05-2027
Skills
- Caseload management
- MTSS participation
- Individualized plan development
- E-learning communication
- Progress monitoring
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Counseling services
- Celebrating student achievements
- Organizational skills
- Academic program planning
- Course placement alignment
- Post-high school exploration
- Resource referral and consultation
- Data sharing practices
- Conference participation and networking
- Course and credit communication
- Program planning for exceptional children
- Professional development engagement
- Adherence to ethical standards
- Team leadership
- Event coordination
- Educational planning
- Customer service
- Training development
- Project management
- Marketing strategies
- Communication skills
- Performance monitoring
- Marketing and promotion
- Studio promotion
- Client experience management
- Project oversight
- Studio management
- Teamwork
- Client rapport
- Professionalism
- Active listening
- Attention to detail
Hobbies and Interests
- Sports Specific Trainer
- Puzzles
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to exert a negligible amount of force to move objects, maneuver around small spaces, run and climb stairs.
- May be required to physically restrain or assist with the physical restraint of a student that is in imminent risk of harming him/herself or others. Note: Physical restraint of any student is only used as a last resort.
Coaching Experience
Former WR at North Carolina A&T, Spring 2015, Northern Durham High School, Track (sprinters, relays), Fall 2015, Northern Durham High School, Football (Wide Receivers, Quarterbacks, Return men), Winter 2015-2016, Northern Durham High School, Boys Basketball, Spring 2016, Northern Durham High School, Track (sprinters, relays), Fall 2016, Northern Durham High School, Football (Wide Receivers, Quarterbacks, Return men), Winter 2016-2017, Northern Durham High School, Boys Basketball, Spring 2017, Southern Durham High School, Track (Sprinters, relays), Fall 2018, Northern Durham High School, Football (Wide Receivers, Quarterbacks, Special Teams), Winter 2021-2022, Shepard Middle School, Girls Basketball (Head Coach), Winter 2022-2023, Mount Zion Christian Academy, Boys Basketball (Head Coach Maroon), Fall 2023, Northern Durham High School, Football (Wide Receivers)
Certification
Certified Personal Trainer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Studio Manager
The Exercise Coach
08.2024 - Current
Boys Basketball Head Coach (Maroon)
Mount Zion Christian Academy
12.2022 - 02.2023
Girls Basketball Head Coach
Shepard Middle School
12.2021 - 02.2022
Football Coach (Wide Receivers, Quarterbacks, Special Teams)
Northern Durham High School
09.2018 - 11.2018
Track Coach (Sprinters, Relays)
Southern Durham High School
03.2017 - 05.2017
Boys Basketball Coach
Northern Durham High School
12.2016 - 02.2017
Football Coach (Wide Receivers, Quarterbacks, Return men)
Northern Durham High School
09.2016 - 11.2016
Student Success Coach, Behavioral Specialist, Kings & Queens Program Coordinator, High School & Middle School Sports Coach
Durham Public Schools
06.2016 - 01.2025
Track Coach (Sprinters, Relays)
Northern Durham High School
03.2016 - 05.2016
Boys Basketball Coach
Northern Durham High School
12.2015 - 02.2016
Football Coach (Wide Receivers, Quarterbacks, Return men)
Northern Durham High School
09.2015 - 11.2015
Football Coach (Wide Receivers)
Northern Durham High School
06.2015 - 11.2023
Track Coach (Sprinters, Relays)
Northern Durham High School
03.2015 - 05.2015
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University - Sports Science Business Management
North Carolina Agricultural And Technical State University
Durham Tech -
Durham Tech