Daniel Cortes Reyes
Morrow
Summary
Driven Leisure and Recreation Management professional with expertise in program development, team leadership, and event coordination. Cultivates engaging environments that enhance health, wellness, and community connection. Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication, problem-solving abilities, and adaptability to meet diverse group needs. Committed to embracing new challenges while delivering high productivity and efficient task completion.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation leader/Soccer Program Coordinator
City of Forest Park
Forest Park
04.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations of youth and adult recreation and sports programs, ensuring safe and engaging environments while collecting fees and issuing receipts.
- Serve as Head Coach for U10 and U14 soccer teams, teaching fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
- Plan and execute game-day operations and special events for soccer, basketball, t-ball, baseball, and volleyball.
- Coordinate facility scheduling, equipment inventory, and participant records.
- Interacted with participants, parents, and staff, mentoring children to foster development and sportsmanship.
- Created and distributed bilingual (English/Spanish) promotional materials to enhance community engagement.
- Support multiple departments including after school, youth and adult sports, and senior programs.
- Coaching Achievements: Adidas Premier Champions (2x), Ice Breaker Tournament Champions, Rush Union Cup Champions, BVBIA Summer Cup Champions, Southern Crescent Finale Champions.
Server/Manage social media
Delicias Mexicanas Cortes
Morrow
05.2021 - 05.2025
- Managed and updated social media platforms, enhancing customer engagement and promoting business visibility.
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient service during peak hours.
Youth/Semi-Professional Soccer Player
Georgia Revolution
McDonough
08.2017 - 05.2025
- Debuted in semi-professional soccer at age 17, showcasing early commitment and talent.
- Contributed to 2021 NPSL SE Conference Championship, playing a key role in team success.
- Played integral part in 2022 NPSL U19 Southeast Conference Championship, demonstrating leadership and skill.
- 2021 U19 GPL Champions
- 2022 U19 Georgia State Cup Champions
- 2023 UPSL Division I Champions
- 2025 UPSL Premier Finalist
Athletic Department Intern
Clayton State University
Morrow
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Coordinated athletic event operations, scheduling, and logistics to ensure smooth execution.
- Updated and maintained the athletics website and social media platforms.
- Managed officials, game-day staff, visiting teams, and pre-event communications for successful event coordination.
- Facilitated ticketing, concessions, merchandise, and special athletic events to enhance fan experience.
- Assisted athletic department staff with data entry, record-keeping, and administrative tasks.
Education
Bachelors of Sports Administration - Education & Human Development, Kinesiology & Health
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Elite Scholars Academy
Jonesboro, GA05-2022
Skills
- Recreation programming
- Program development
- Program operation
- Activity coordination
- Facility management
- Facility scheduling
- Sports education
- Coaching techniques
- Youth mentorship
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Schedule management
- Record management
- Computer skills
- Social media management
- Team leadership
- Written communication
- CPR certification
- Written communication
- CPR certification
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- CPR/AED certification
Accomplishments
- Daniel Cortes-Reyes named on Dean's list:
- Summer 2022
- Fall 2022
- Spring 2023
- Fall 2023
- Spring 2024
- Summer 2024
- Fall 2024
- Summer 2025
- Fall 2025
- Spring 2026
Timeline
Recreation leader/Soccer Program Coordinator
City of Forest Park
04.2024 - Current
Athletic Department Intern
Clayton State University
04.2023 - 04.2024
Server/Manage social media
Delicias Mexicanas Cortes
05.2021 - 05.2025
Youth/Semi-Professional Soccer Player
Georgia Revolution
08.2017 - 05.2025
Bachelors of Sports Administration - Education & Human Development, Kinesiology & Health
Georgia State University
High School Diploma -
Elite Scholars Academy