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Jake Smidt

Co-founder at Camp4

Jake Smidt has a diverse range of work experience. Jake'smost recent role was as a Client Experience Director at Camp4, where they focused on turning tough skills into true habits and ensuring learner engagement. Prior to that, they worked as a Design Lead at Think It Done, where they aligned technology and individual potential with company purpose to unlock continuous innovation.

Jake also has experience at Bluewolf, an IBM Company, where they held various roles. As a Senior Global Talent Management Consultant, they designed and delivered high-value enablement programs for internal talent, including technical and essential skills. Jake also served as a Technical Enablement Consultant, coordinating public training and specializing in e-learning development and voiceovers.

Before working at Bluewolf, Jake was a Freelance Illustrator, exhibiting at conventions and releasing their own comic books. Jake also worked at Best Buy as a Digital Imaging Lead, utilizing their extensive knowledge of photography to sell complex DSLR systems and training new employees. In addition, they served as the Asset Protection Lead, responsible for store security and customer safety.

Earlier in their career, Jake worked as a Sales Representative at Lamplighter Publishing, promoting and selling republished books from the 16th to 19th centuries at teaching conventions.

Overall, Jake's work experience showcases their ability to excel in client experience, talent management, design, illustration, and sales roles.

Jake Smidt obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Drawing from Metropolitan State University of Denver from 2011 to 2014. In the same period, they also pursued an Associate's of General Studies in General Studies from Arapahoe Community College. In terms of certifications, Jake Smidt is a Salesforce Certified Service Cloud Consultant and a Salesforce.com Certified Administrator. Additionally, they hold certifications as a Cognitive Practitioner and an Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner from IBM, although the months and years of obtaining these certifications are not specified.

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