Emily Potter
Beaufort
Summary
Experienced deckhand with knowledge of navigation and vessel maintenance, adept at collaborating with scientists and passengers. Strong understanding of marine operations with proven ability to perform in challenging sea conditions. Demonstrated leadership in optimizing work methods, enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in problem-solving and team collaboration, with proficiency in marlinspike techniques. Aspiring to contribute expertise to science and conservation-focused vessels, equipped with a bachelor's degree in marine biology and pursuing a master's degree in oceanography.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Deckhand
National Geographic Lindblad Expeditions
Mexico To Alaska
12.2022 - Current
- Stood a navigational watch as a seasonal deckhand, including ship security rounds on 240-foot ship.
- Facilitated mooring operations by securing fenders, throwing heaving lines, and securing lines at optimal tensions.
- Swept, mopped, and washed down decks to remove dirt and debris.
- Executed maintenance tasks during shipyard operations, including grinding, painting, and splicing mooring lines.
- Operated cranes to deploy zodiacs and led guest tours in deployed zodiacs.
Deckhand
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society
San Felipe
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Executed navigational watch responsibilities on a 160-foot craft, monitoring a 12 nm by 5 nm ZTA for illegal fishermen.
- Performed ship maintenance, such as chipping, grinding, painting, cleaning, etc.
- Removed illegally set fishing nets from water with assistance of Mexican Navy vessels or ship's RIB, rescuing trapped wildlife in operation.
- Facilitated tracking of illegal pangas and entangled animals for scientific research.
- Dove the propeller to free it from an entangled net.
- Acquired comprehensive training under the bosun for future role transition.
Sailing Instructor
Beaufort Community Sailing and Boating
Beaufort
05.2016 - 08.2024
- Created engaging lesson plans and ran drills to hone students' sailing skills on and off the water (including marlinspike skills).
- Mentored individuals from novice level to successful race team participation.
- Performed pre-season and post-season maintenance on sailboats and coach boats, as well as repairs as needed during the season.
- Managed role as lead instructor for previous five years, guiding race team and handling daily operations, encompassing student and counselor management.
- Coached on 16- and 17-foot ribs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC05-2022
Skills
- PADI divemaster/Master Diver (Thresher Shark Specialty)
- RFPNW
- VPDSD
- STCW
- TWIC
- 100-ton nearcoastal license with sailing endorsement
- Yacht master
- Able Seafarer-Deck
Timeline
Deckhand
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society
01.2025 - 03.2025
Licensed Deckhand
National Geographic Lindblad Expeditions
12.2022 - Current
Sailing Instructor
Beaufort Community Sailing and Boating
05.2016 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Marine Biology
College of Charleston
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