Alex Bradshaw – Professional Experience & Leadership Roles

Ohio (Code) Scholar

University of Cincinnati – Student Organizations

Fall 2024 – Present | Online Learning & Engagement

Cyber@UC: Engaging with cybersecurity topics and collaborating with peers on technical discussions.
Student Veteran Association: Connecting with fellow veterans and participating in initiatives that support student veterans.
JELE (Japanese-English Language Exchange): Practicing language skills and engaging in cross-cultural communication with other students.
Staying academically and socially engaged despite the challenges of online learning.

Hillsboro, Ohio, United States

Jan 2022 – Aug 2024 (2 yrs 8 mos)

Mar 2022 – Aug 2024 (2 yrs 6 mos) | Contract

Led a project that received an international award and over 20 state and regional awards.
Organized 4 induction ceremonies, welcoming 53 new members, 6 officers, and 4 honorary members.
Developed and presented a satisfaction survey report to the Community College President’s Council.
Directed 6 volunteer projects, enhancing community engagement and chapter visibility.
Initiated and developed 3 new student-led projects.
Chaired chapter meetings with a team of 5 officers.
Supported recruitment efforts for over 50 new members.
Collaborated on 2 officer-led projects.

Skills: Time Management, Student Engagement, Student Leadership, Event Planning

Jan 2022 – Aug 2024 (2 yrs 8 mos) | Part-Time

Configured and maintained Active Directory on Microsoft Server 2019.
Implemented and enforced Group Policy for security and workflow optimization.
Provided academic guidance to 80+ college students, achieving a 93.75% success rate.
Created 3D models and contributed to 84 teaching aids.
Helped students complete projects, enhancing learning outcomes.
Maintained a clean and organized lab environment.

Skills: Active Directory Management, Group Policy Implementation, Student Mentorship, 3D Modeling

Jan 2022 – Aug 2024 (2 yrs 8 mos) | Contract

Managed 5 varsity eSports teams, overseeing recruitment and scheduling.
Trained and mentored replacements for the eSports Manager role.
Served as Captain for Call of Duty and Valorant varsity teams.
Recruited 20+ players, strengthening the competitive roster.
Spearheaded the transition from NACE to NJCAA, securing 4th place for the Halo team in Fall 2022.
Optimized team communication via Discord.
Developed a gaming addiction awareness training program.
Recruited leadership for the Mario Kart team.

Skills: Team Leadership, Organizational Management, Recruitment & Training, Player Development

Jan 2022 – Dec 2022 (1 yr) | Contract

Served as CS: GO Co-Captain (Spring 2022) and HALO Captain (Fall 2022).
Worked directly with the eSports Manager to resolve team issues.
Led weekly training sessions and skill development programs.
Managed food and logistics for competitions.
Recruited a Captain for Mario Kart and 3 new Halo players.
Helped transition from NACE to NJCAA, securing 4th place in NJCAA eSports league for Halo.

Skills: Team Leadership, Student Development, Organization & Logistics, eSports Coaching

Leadership & Management: Led large teams, managed student programs, and directed community initiatives.
Technical Expertise: Proficient in Active Directory, Group Policy, and IT support.
Recruitment & Training: Recruited, trained, and mentored officers, students, and team members.
Community & Institutional Contributions: Improved decision-making with survey reports and directed community projects.
eSports Management: Spearheaded team organization, league transitions, and player development.

Jul 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 yr 3 mos) | Education

Instructed K-12 students in C++ programming and electronics, fostering foundational skills in coding and technology.
Hosted educator workshops (August 2023) for 12 teachers from elementary to high schools in Southern Ohio, teaching 3D printing, 3D design, electronics, wiring, and soldering skills for “Robot Wars” projects.
Invited by the Ohio Department of Higher Education to lead interactive electronics and C++ coding sessions for elementary to high school students at the Ohio State Fair (August 2023).
Facilitated Grandparents Day at The Ohio State College of Engineering (July 2023), instructing middle school students in electronics and C++ programming through block coding.
Organized and managed VIP rooms (May 2023) for the 2022-23 school year’s Dome Challenge celebration, ensuring smooth event operations.
Led a training workshop (August 2022) for six Southern Ohio educators, focusing on 3D printing, 3D design, electronics, and wiring, enabling them to build a half-scale R2-D2 dome for classroom instruction.

May 2022 (1 week) | Science and Technology

Assisted in teaching coding to all ages ranging from elementry students to grandparents at the Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim, California.
Led hands-on activities such as:
- Creating custom button configuration
- Operating mechanical robot arms
- Completing circuits to drive motors
- Programming lights to blink
Volunteered for 60+ hours, demonstrating dedication to STEM education.