Keren Basonga
Volunteer Activity Leader / Community Coach
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About
Motivated and reliable university student with leadership experience in professional sports environments and creative media. Strong communication skills, ability to work under pressure, and proven teamwork in fast-paced settings. Seeking opportunities to contribute positively within a dynamic workplace.
Experience
Volunteer Activity Leader / Community Coach - Queens Park Rangers - West London
(2023-01 - 2025-12)
Professional football club based in West London competing in the English Football League, with established men's, women's and academy development programmes.
- Delivered structured weekly sessions to groups of 15–25 participants, ensuring engagement, safety and clear communication.
- Supported individual development through clear instruction, feedback and teamwork-focused activities.
- Planned and led structured drills and small-sided games to improve match performance
- Supported children's confidence, discipline and communication skills through sport
- Assisted in organising school sports events and community football tournaments
- Ensured a safe, inclusive and positive environment for all participants
Sports Graphic Designer Intern - Limelight Creative
(2025-01 - 2025-12)
Creative digital agency specialising in social media design and brand development, producing visual content for professional football players.
- Designed high-impact football graphics for Instagram, producing player announcements, matchday posts
- Created engaging visual assets that strengthened brand identity
- Collaborated with a team of designers and content creators to deliver time-sensitive graphics around live matches
- Adapted designs to reflect major league branding styles, ensuring content remained relevant and visually competitive
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Volunteer Assistant Coach - Women U19s - Queens Park Rangers
(2025-01 - 2025-12)
- Supported senior staff in planning and delivering structured team sessions and preparation activities
- Stepped into a leadership role during a key event when the team lead was unavailable
- Assessed performance challenges and delivered clear guidance at a critical halfway point
- Motivated team members and adjusted the action plan, contributing to a successful turnaround result
- Demonstrated leadership, composure under pressure and effective communication in a high-stakes competitive environment
Education
GCSEs - Preston Manor High School (2018-01 - 2023-12)
Level 3 - Sports Coaching And Development - QPR Elite College Academy (2023-01 - 2025-12)
BA (Hons) - Multimedia Sports Journalism - UCFB (University Campus of Football Business) (2025-01 - 2025-12)
