Jada Fernandes
Operations Assistant, 2025 Ryder Cup · PGA of America
Farmingdale, NY
In My Own Words
I have hands-on experience in operations, donor relations, and live events across professional and collegiate athletics, tournaments, and major media events. I thrive in fast-paced, high-energy environments and love creating unforgettable experiences for fans, athletes, and partners.
Work Experience
Corporate Hospitality Intern
PGA of America2025 – 2025
- Helped manage hospitality venues for the 2025 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship - Assisted the main areas on the 9th and 18th greens and other corporate spaces around the PGA of America campus
Events and Donor Relations Intern
First Tee — Greater Austin2024 – 2025
-Assist in the planning and execution of fundraising events, youth golf camps, tournaments, and programs - Manage outreach efforts to local businesses and donors to secure sponsorships and auction items
Operations Assistant
ATX Open2024 – 2025
- Contributed to the seamless operation of the ATX Open site by overseeing tennis court management and coordinating game day operations before and during competitions, ensuring safety and addressing player or fan concerns - Play a key role in the efficient setup and breakdown of the tournament, ensuring a well-organized and enjoyable experience for all involved
CFP Production Runner
ESPN2024 – 2024
- Supported ESPN's coverage of the first-ever 12-team College Football Playoff (Texas vs. Clemson) - Assisted film and TV crews with capturing pregame, game, and postgame footage, ensuring cameramen had the necessary equipment and supplies - Transported SD cards between the field and the TV compound to enable timely downloading and transmission of footage to ESPN headquarters in Bristol
College Gameday Production Runner
ESPN2024 – 2024
- Assisted with the coordination and setup of on-site broadcast operations for Week 8 of College Gameday, supported production staff by transporting equipment and materials, ensuring timely delivery and setup, helped maintain smooth operations during live events - Managed on-site logistics, including running errands for talent and crew, handling last-minute requests, and ensuring the broadcast stayed on schedule, assisted in preparing and breaking down equipment post-production
League Intern
AVP Pro Beach Volleyball2024 – 2024
- Assisted with all box office duties for the Week 4 event including managing ticket sales, and handling customer inquiries, learned and utilized various ticketing systems and strategies - Supported gameday operations, engaged with fans and VIP guests in hospitality areas
Athletics Intern
Florida Atlantic University2024 – 2024
- Rotates through various departments, including development/fundraising, marketing, and NCAA compliance, and NIL gaining a comprehensive understanding of collegiate athletics operations - Assisted with donor and fundraising tasks and events, supported marketing initiatives, completed compliance forms, researched strategies to improve NIL opportunities
Longhorn Foundation Intern
The University of Texas at Austin2023 – 2024
- Ensure management of donor databases and records, tracking seat-related and annual gifts, endowments, and assisting high net-worth individuals - Facilitate seat selection, prioritize ticketing, and offer exclusive club upgrades for esteemed Longhorn Foundation members and season ticket holders, professionally handled daily phone inquiries from donors and contributed to the planning of donor events
Sr. Student Associate, Texas Athletics Game Operations
The University of Texas at Austin2022 – 2023
- Provided oversight, coordination, management, and customer service for every Texas Athletics sport at UT Austin - Assisted with Fan Services and ADA accommodations ensuring accessibility and satisfaction for all fans
Education
Bachelor of Science - BS
The University of Texas at Austin2021 – 2025
Minors in Business and Sports Analytics