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Outdoor-Hive Newsletter February 5, 2025
Tips and career/job opportunities in the shooting, hunting, archery, and sportfishing industries.
David Dolbee & Kevin Paulson
February 05, 2025
Power Words That Pack a Punch
Making a career transition requires more than just updating dates and titles on your resume. It demands a strategic approach to presenting your transferable skills through carefully chosen language that resonates with hiring managers across industries.
Action verbs serve as the backbone of compelling resume writing. Rather than passive phrases such as "responsible for" or "duties included," strong action verbs immediately convey leadership, initiative, and results. For career changers, selecting the right power words becomes even more crucial as they bridge the gap between past experience and future aspirations.
Selecting High-Impact Action Verbs
When describing your achievements, replace common verbs such as "managed" or "led" with more dynamic alternatives. Instead of "managed a team," try "orchestrated," "galvanized," or "spearheaded." These power words not only demonstrate leadership but also showcase your ability to drive results and inspire others.
For analytical roles, emphasize your problem-solving capabilities with verbs such as "analyzed," "streamlined," or "optimized." If targeting creative positions, showcase your innovation with words like "conceptualized," "pioneered," or "transformed."
Industry-Specific Language That Resonates
Each industry speaks its own language. Research job descriptions in your target field and identify recurring keywords and phrases. For technology roles, terms such as "implemented," "developed," and "architected" carry weight. In marketing, "branded," "positioned," and "launched" demonstrate commercial awareness.
However, avoid industry jargon — unless you're confident in its proper usage. Instead, focus on universal business terms that translate across sectors. Words such as "increased," "reduced," and "improved" followed by specific metrics showcase your impact regardless of industry.
Practical Tips for Implementation
When revising your resume, start each bullet point with a fresh action verb. Vary your word choices to demonstrate the breadth of your capabilities. Most importantly, ensure every statement answers the question: "What was the result of this action?"
Remember to quantify achievements whenever possible. "Generated $50,000 in cost savings" carries more weight than "reduced expenses." This combination of powerful verbs and concrete results creates a compelling narrative for potential employers.
The Digital Age Consideration
In today's digital recruiting landscape, your resume must first pass through Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). While maintaining natural language, incorporate relevant keywords from job descriptions. Balance is key – your resume should read fluently to human hiring managers while containing the necessary terms for ATS recognition.
For career changers, this means carefully weaving industry-specific terms throughout your experience descriptions, even when describing roles in different fields. Focus on transferable skills and universal business concepts that bridge industries.
Final Thoughts
Your resume is often your first impression on potential employers. By carefully selecting power words and industry-appropriate terminology, you create a document that not only passes initial screening but also compels hiring managers to take notice. Remember, every word counts when telling your career-transition story.
This Week’s Employment Listings
Firearms
As the Digital Marketing Specialist, you’ll be at the forefront of Leupold’s digital initiatives, partnering with the Digital Marketing Manager to execute bold, innovative campaigns across web, email, SEO, and paid media. This versatile position demands creativity, technical expertise, and a relentless drive. You’ll craft engaging content, optimize digital platforms, and develop strategies to connect with and inspire our core audience of hunters and shooters. If you’re ready to make an impact across every facet of digital marketing, we want you on our team.
The Machinist/Millwright position is focused on servicing and addressing our manufacturing team's need to repair and maintain production equipment. This includes the following: complete scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance, this may encompass improvements to equipment if necessary. The Machinist/Millwright will build, repair, or modify current production machines or machine components, equipment, and tooling to assist our manufacturing team in producing the highest quality products for our customers.
This person will bolster the manufacturing and support teams by demonstrating exceptional troubleshooting skills with familiar and unfamiliar production equipment resulting in the best repair solution. The execution of a repair solution can occur independently or with other team members. The repair solution will be completed using the highest quality of work ethic and efficiency to restore our manufacturing operation to running condition. The ability to work well with others and exceptional listening skills are critical in this position.
You will be working with other skilled tradespeople but mainly working with production teams to assist in fixing problems crucial to safety, quality, and delivery of products for the business. When applicable, a solid ability to work within close tolerances and demonstrate precise dimensions in machining and machine repair is critical and required in this position.
This position works in close coordination with the Area Quality Engineers to identify and capitalize on opportunities that have improvement potential both plantwide and within specific areas to improve finished product quality and first-time yield, with emphasis on prevention of Quality issues.
Lancer is seeking a team-oriented individual responsible for the product design and project management of firearms and accessories. An ideal candidate has a firm grasp of engineering concepts, experience designing mechanical systems, an attention for detail and strong communication skills.
The Director of Manufacturing Engineering will own and manage all engineering aspects of high-volume production and assembly for small, intricate, precision electro-optic and electro-mechanical assemblies. This individual will be responsible for driving improvements in manufacturing processes, leading new product introductions, and expanding our production capabilities to support future growth. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert with extensive experience in process optimization, automation, and team building.
The Sales Director will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth by managing existing domestic accounts and leading efforts to expand sales in international markets. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong relationship-building skills, extensive sales experience, and a deep understanding of international business practices.
The Operations Manager is a key leader within En.Range, Inc., you will work closely with all department leaders to identify areas for improvement and develop actionable plans to address operational challenges. You are expected to lead by example, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational efficiency within the team. You will also be involved in budget planning, resource allocation, and performance monitoring to ensure that operational objectives are met.
As the Operations Manager you will be tasked with driving safety initiatives and overseeing training programs to maintain a secure working environment. Additionally, you are responsible for implementing and evaluating Operational Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Standard Work processes. By focusing on both short-term improvements and long-term strategies, your aim will be to enhance operational excellence standards across safety, quality, delivery, costs, and inventory management.
The Mechanical Dimensional Inspector III is responsible for all aspects of quality inspection of the company’s products including full understanding of CMM use to include basic programming. The position performs a wide variety of complex inspections in the production process including routine and non-routine visual, dimensional, mechanical, test and functional set-ups and inspections, can recognize trends and report on them, provides production support; data collection and analysis, troubleshooting and root cause analysis, and train all aspects included in level III to co-workers and workplace organization and safety.
The Intern conducts research, analysis, modeling, and experimentation for product and process development. Contributes to the design, structure, and support of applications used to manufacture ammunition and related components.
The individuals selected for a Remington internship will work with the engineering team, in an engineering role.
The role of a Category Merchandising Manager is pivotal in steering the direction and success of consumer-centric product solutions. This position demands a blend of strategic foresight and hands-on management through every phase of product development, from conceptualization to market launch. The core responsibility involves orchestrating annual line plans that are not only ambitious in terms of revenue, gross margin, and market share growth but also reflective of a deep understanding of market demands and consumer preferences. This strategic assortment of superior products underpins the company's competitive edge and its ability to meet and exceed customer expectations.
At the heart of the Category Merchandising Manager's role is the development and articulation of a coherent vision and strategy for the product segments under their purview. This vision must be grounded in a robust analysis of market trends, consumer behaviors, and the competitive landscape. It requires a keen insight into the return on investment each product is expected to deliver, supported by concrete market data and a clear roadmap for development and launch. The strategy must be comprehensive, covering all channels of distribution to ensure a cohesive and powerful market presence.
As an Outside Sales Representative, you will be the face of our brand, visiting gun shops and building strong relationships within your designated territories. We’re looking for "ROAD WARRIORS" who are excited about traveling and exploring our great country while sharing their passion for firearms.
*Key Responsibilities:
Travel extensively to establish relationships with independent gun retailers
Act as a brand ambassador, promoting our products and values
Conduct sales presentations and product demonstrations
Collaborate with the sales team to strategize and meet sales goals
Provide feedback from the field to help improve our offerings
*Qualifications:
Recent college graduate or young professional (0-2 years’ experience)
Strong knowledge and passion for firearms and the Second Amendment
The Sr. Manager of Human Resources will be responsible for the management and administration of all HR activities associated with talent acquisition, training, organizational design, performance management and employee relations activities for the Lonoke, Arkansas location in direct support of the Remington business. Must be a strong leader, able to clearly communicate with executives, coach and mentor team members to high performance and provide ongoing performance feedback and guidance. Must also be a strong business partner for the executive team and very experienced in identifying issues and risks, developing solutions, and managing the relationship with other HR functions, including Compensation and Benefits.
The Quality Engineer is a key factory staff member responsible for developing and maintaining programs, processes and metrics that support Quality Assurance program within Kimber Manufacturing. The Quality Engineer will work in concert with cross-functional teams and other departments to provide support in achieving quality goals defined and established by upper management.
Hunting
The Director of Brand Strategy leads the development, implementation, and maintenance of RMEF’s brand identity, ensuring consistent messaging and creative content across all communication channels. This role collaborates with the managing director and executive leadership to craft a cohesive brand strategy, elevate RMEF's presence, and engage target audiences through innovative and impactful campaigns. The Director oversees creative services, including the design and production of assets, while managing internal and external collaborators to uphold the organization’s mission and values.
The Director leads RMEF’s communication efforts to ensure consistent messaging that promotes RMEF’s brand and maintains audience engagement. This position works closely with the managing director to develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies across all RMEF’s digital and print mediums. Responsibilities include collaborating with executive leaders to ensure that communication strategies align with RMEF’s overall objectives and goals, driving engagement and brand awareness across multiple channels, including Bugle magazine and digital content.
Field Operations is the primary fundraising structure of the RMEF. Regional directors oversee local volunteer chapters in organizing fundraising events, primarily banquets and other event activities, to support the continued operation of RMEF and finance elk and wildlife conservation projects. In addition to event-based fundraising, regional directors should work within their region on volunteer recruitment, retention, and training. Regional directors in designated elk states serve as the chair of their respective state project advisory committee from which conservation project recommendations are developed for RMEF funding.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The selected individual will have experience in the field of construction, project management, youth and family outreach, natural resources management, and the Union community. The Conservation Coordinator is an integral part of delivering the mission of the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
** Demonstrates successful experience in project planning and execution. Experience building successful collaborative relationships for project delivery. Understanding of Unions/Labor preferred. Construction management experience and a proven track record are preferred. Experience in general construction principles. Ability to plan, supervise and ensure the completion of a variety of infrastructure projects in partnership with union volunteers, outside agencies and other conservation groups. Ability to lead, organize and motivate large groups of project volunteers.
Develop and maintain relationships with outdoor, hunting, and tactical gear retailers / Sales Rep Agencies. Identify and onboard new retail partners to expand Odenwolf’s market presence. Attend outdoor, hunting, and shooting sports trade shows to generate leads and showcase product. Conduct in-store product training for retail staff to improve brand knowledge and sell-through. Manage order tracking and inventory levels in coordination with our logistics team. Monitor sales trends, competitor activity, and customer preferences to refine sales strategies. Execute sales promotions and marketing initiatives to drive retail success. Provide sales forecasts, reporting, and strategic insights to help optimize inventory and growth.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
3-5 years of event development and fundraising experience, High school diploma or greater required.
Detailed oriented, with exceptional organizational skills. Superior written and inter-personal communication skills. Ability to execute duties successfully with minimal oversight. Ability to legally and safely handle and control firearms and ammunition. Ability to manage multiple tasks and events daily.
Excellent time management skills. Background and experience speaking in front of large crowds of up to 500 people. Ability to travel with frequent overnight and weekend stays required. (up to 100 days)
Looking for an Outside Sales Rep to cover the Northwestern, United States territory, which includes WA, OR, ID, MT, and WY. The Outside Sales Rep is responsible for managing Odle’s relationships and sales of established accounts (and build relationships with new accounts!) in the Commercial and Law Enforcement markets within the territory. You will be responsible for showcasing new products, analyzing sales and sell-through metrics, develop sales promotions and strategies as well as product sales training for dealer accounts. In addition. you will provide exceptional customer service to our dealer accounts; answering their questions and problem solving when issues arise.
This position is the champion and lead on event programming for the sporting activities. These programs is what defines the club and sets the culture for the future. Programming includes everything from the planning stages to marketing and the proper execution of the events.
This position is also responsible for the operation and supervision of the Hunting Operations Manager, Hunting and Fishing instructors, Dog Handlers, Range Officers, and Clay Course Instructors / Guides. Plans, implements, and monitors departmental budgets. Hires, trains, and supervises subordinates and applies relevant marketing principles to assure that the wants and needs of club members and guests are consistently exceeded.
Seeking an experienced Director, Growth Marketing to join our Outdoor Performance platform which consists of Bushnell, Blackhawk, Camp Chef, Primos, Simms Fishing, Stone Glacier, and other outdoor accessory brands. The Outdoor Performance strategic priorities are to be consumer-first focused, lead with power brands, and invest inwards. We will build the Outdoor Performance business by creating focus and power with the consumer. This position will be part of our Direct-to-Consumer leadership team that will focus on driving growth by enabling exceptional consumer experiences.
Field Operations is the primary fundraising structure of the RMEF. Regional directors oversee local volunteer chapters in organizing fundraising events, primarily banquets and other event activities, to support the continued operation of RMEF and finance elk and wildlife conservation projects.
Be an ambassador of the brand and instill the Orvis Vision, Mission, Core Values, and Culture in the entire team, provide individualized, personal attention to on-site customers, assist customers with check and on the course, maintain visual presentation standards, and more!
Be an ambassador of the brand and instill the Orvis Vision, Mission, Core Values, and Culture in the entire team, provide individualized, personal attention to on-site customers, assist customers with check and on the course, maintain visual presentation standards, and more!
The Mossy Oak Field Producer & Content Creator role is an opportunity for you to express your creativity not only through the lens, but with project management and fresh ideas. You’ll see your work at a national level across multiple media channels in Socials, websites, traditional print, TV and more
Your core responsibility will be completion of various video and photo content production and editing projects that will take place both in the field and in our studio facilities.
Editing skills are preferred but not required – we offer training on editing alongside the latest tools and technology to help not only fulfill your responsibilities but grow your personal and professional skill sets.
The Staff Accountant will work diligently to ensure the continued financial and operational integrity of our company. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a variety of sectors and fields, such as retail, supply chain, and audit.
This career requires significant organizational skills, the ability to communicate clearly, the ability to balance multiple projects at once, and deliver on timelines.
Archery
The Finishing Operator for Pultrusion is responsible for all the product coming off the operator's machines which includes ensuring that product is within company specs. and that work orders are completed within a specified time limit.
The Manager of Manufacturing Engineering is responsible to ensure Easton has the right equipment and technology to produce quality products cost effectively in the United States. This role will also lead and develop the department's staff, and will be extensively involved with automation efforts, machine designs, and new equipment validation/implementation.
Provides service and assistance to new and existing accounts: Answers incoming phone calls from dealers, sales reps, and consumers. Takes and enters orders from customers, either by phone or email. Responds to inquiries regarding order status, product information or warranty information. Provides technical help and advice to the customer. Resolves customer problems and complaints, such as delivery or mis-shipped product. Issues Return Authorizations for warranty returns on defective product, according to company policy. Helps create additional sales by suggesting add-ons to incoming orders or special promotions.
Maintains the accounts: Communicates and maintains a positive relationship between Hoyt and customer accounts. Relays information regarding issues to appropriate internal personnel. Interacts with credit department regarding product holds due to credit issues, the shipping department regarding shipments, the planning department regarding delivery dates and backorder status, the Warranty department to check warranty status and/or policy, and the engineering department regarding technical information.
Fishing
March or April through the end of the season, October 31st. Year-end bonus available for those who fulfill the time requirement.
40hrs/week. Competitive pay. Potential pay increase based on performance.
Retail experience preferred, but no experience required. Basic understanding of fly fishing products, fly fishing experience, POS/point of sale experience, along with a willingness to learn are all important for employment.
Our guy is retiring which bums us out but hey, we are also excited for him! He has been amazing for us, the skills and experience contributed so valuable to what we do together. Now we are seeking a new partner to make a transition to work with “our guy” as RIO Products new Maintenance Technician II.
Maintenance Technician II is an important partner for both Production and Product Development by providing maintenance experience and service that exceeds the customer’s expectations. The focus is to ensure the RIO facilities are maintained to the highest quality to meet the operational directives of the organization and fellow team members.
This position will be responsible for entering dealer orders via email and phone, managing our Pro Portal applications, and assisting customers to resolve warranty/repair claims. Employee will also assist consumers and dealers with technical product questions related to fly fishing. Additional duties could include assisting with general office and warehouse duties, marketing and media efforts, and product development.
JRA Sales Inc. is a one of the Nation’s leading manufacturer's representative agencies specializing in the Outdoor Sports, namely, Shooting Sports, Hunting and Fishing. It represents industry-leading brands with excellent quality products for our wholesaler/retailer customers and provide exceptional service and year-over-year sales growth to our manufacturer clients. The team is enthusiastic about the job they do and committed to driving sales growth through our proven sales strategies. All while building strong relationships that have an impact on the shared success of JRA Sales Inc. and its partners.
JRA is seeking a results-driven Field Sales Representative and Account Manager to join its team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the Outdoor Sports Market, excellent sales skills, and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with our customers and clients. This role involves managing sales activities within Missouri, Kansas, and Nebraska.
This position reports to the Director of Plant Operations of Scientific Anglers. They will interface with associates throughout the company related to the business units. They will have contact with associates across broad levels of responsibility and must be able to communicate well at all levels. They will also have external interactions with vendors, customers, sales reps, and tax authorities.
Miscellaneous
Revelyst is seeking a dynamic, Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. The Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing full cycle AP, preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, month end close and various other functions to support the accounting team. This position is expected to apply principles of accounting to maintain financial data related to Accounts Payable and General Accounting. Critical thinking and problem solving are the key to success.
The Marketing Coordinator, under the supervision of the Marketing Director, helps coordinate all marketing campaigns, initiatives and activities to promote the business. Their duties include strategizing and planning various marketing campaigns, researching market trends to determine consumer needs. Marketing Coordinators complete tasks that support the organization’s overall marketing initiatives.
Looking for a self-motivated videographer and content producer who is a hands-on marketing professional with an equal passion for brand building and the outdoors. You will be the point person for capturing, editing, and producing video/photo content. You will also be responsible for conceiving, managing, and creating product photography, lifestyle photography, and a variety of in-the-field photo shoots. The content that will be produced will increase brand awareness and drive visual communication to our current and prospective customers. This position will report directly to the Marketing Director.
Outdoor Prolink is seeking a new teammate for its Boulder office Membership team! It’s looking for someone that enjoys the outdoors, loves talking to people and is looking for a stable position at a fast-growing company. Outdoor Prolink is a members-only pro deal site for professionals working in the outdoor industry. It needs you to help it continue to grow its 220k+ roster of outdoor, hunting, and fishing professionals in the U.S. and Canada.
As a Buyer you will be owning and driving all facets of product assortment, financial planning, and vendor partnerships of the category with strong collaboration with their integrated cross-functional team.
The Strategic Accounts Service Professional is responsible for acquiring, developing and expanding relationships with strategically important customer accounts as determined by management. This individual is responsible for seeking out new strategic accounts, setting up appointments, presenting RSR’s capabilities and generating new business and profit for the company. This individual will analyze sales performance, develop strategies to improve sales and gross profit, and ensure compliance with all vendor programs.
Duck Camp is seeking an ambitious, organized and experienced individual to lead its Wholesale division. This is a pivotal role that is responsible for developing and executing our wholesale strategy to drive revenue growth, expand its market presence and strengthen relationships with key retail partners.
The Sr. Manager of Human Resources will be responsible for the management and administration of all HR activities associated with talent acquisition, training, organizational design, performance management and employee relations activities for the Lonoke, Arkansas location in direct support of the Remington business.
Must be a strong leader, able to clearly communicate with executives, coach and mentor team members to high performance and provide on-going performance feedback and guidance. Must also be a strong business partner for the executive team and very experienced in identifying issues and risks, developing solutions, and managing the relationship with other HR functions, including Compensation and Benefits.
