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LinkedIn & Branding Task

select a job title related to leading a basketball organization

section A: Your LinkedIn Profile

For Section A,

• Create a profile on LinkedInLinks to an external site., or edit your current LinkedIn profile.
  • Refer to the Create an Effective LinkedIn ProfileLinks to an external site. checklist from University of Arizona Global Campus Career Services as a guide for important items you may not have considered.
• Enhance your profile to look more professional and noticeable by applying the tips found in the video How to Build Your Personal Brand on LinkedIn?Links to an external site. and the webpage article How to Create a Killer LinkedIn Profile That Will Get You NoticedLinks to an external site. on LinkedIn.

Section B: Personal Branding

For Section B,

• Design a business card with CanvaLinks to an external site. using the global marketing job title you selected or your current job title.
  • Please note that there is a Marketing & Communications templates section you can use before you begin to design your card.
• Include a quick response (QR) code to your LinkedIn profile page on the business card.
  • Use a QR code generator and include the QR code on your business card.
• Download your design as a PDF file.

Upload a Word or PDF document containing your business card design that includes the QR code to your LinkedIn page. I

4. Select a job title related to leading a basketball organization.,
5. Design a business card on Canva using that job title.,
6. Include a QR code linking to your LinkedIn profile.,
7. Upload the business card (with QR code) as a PDF/Word doc to your LinkedIn page.,

omprehensive Answer

Suggested Job Title:

Director of Basketball Operations

This title is commonly used in professional and collegiate settings and reflects leadership, management, and strategic oversight within a basketball organization.

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Section A: LinkedIn Profile Summary

1. Profile Name: [Your Name]

2. Headline: Director of Basketball Operations | Sports Management | Strategic Leadership | Team Development

3. About Section:
   I am a passionate and results-driven sports management professional with extensive experience in leading basketball programs. My expertise includes team coordination, event planning, talent development, and organizational strategy. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can empower athletes, optimize program logistics, and build strong stakeholder relationships. Currently seeking leadership opportunities where I can contribute to the long-term success of a basketball organization.

4. Experience:

   • Head Coach – XYZ High School
     2019 – Present
     Led the varsity basketball team to regional championships. Oversaw training programs, managed team logistics, and coordinated with school administration and athletic associations.

   • Assistant Director of Basketball Programs – ABC Sports Academy
     2015 – 2019
     Assisted in managing youth development programs, organizing national tournaments, recruiting coaches, and maintaining budgets.

5. Skills:

   • Team Leadership

   • Sports Event Planning

   • Player Development

   • Budget Management

   • Public Relations

   • Strategic Planning

6. Education:
   Bachelor of Science in Sports Management
   [Your University Name]

7. Licenses & Certifications:

   • Certified Sports Manager

   • NCAA Coaching Certification

8. Custom LinkedIn URL:
   linkedin.com/in/yourname

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Section B: Personal Branding (Business Card)

• Design: Use Canva’s Marketing & Communications templates.

• Front Details:
  Name: [Your Name]
  Title: Director of Basketball Operations
  Phone: (123) 456-7890
  Email: youremail@example.com
  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/yourname
  QR Code: Generated using a free QR code generator and placed on bottom-right of the card.

• Back Design (Optional):
  A professional tagline or quote such as: