VASCM: Masters in viticulture seeking employment in SCMs

[Ashley DuBois]

Hello Fellow Winegrowers,

A friend and colleague of mine from UC Davis has just finished his Masters in Viticulture is looking for full or part time employment in the SCMs. I have included his cover letter and part of his resume below. He is a fun, intelligent, easy-going guy and would make a great intern or employee. Feel free to contact Tom or myself for more information.

Regards,
Ashley DuBois
Black Ridge Vineyards
ashley at blackridgevineyards.com
408-399-6396


To Whom it May Concern,

I am looking for full-time or part-time work as a viticulturist. I
will finish my Master of Science degree in Viticulture from the
University of California at Davis in June 2009. When my major
professor, Dr. David Smart, went on sabbatical last year, I taught the
spring viticulture course (VEN 101C) at UCD in his place. I have a
strong understanding of viticulture, including soil management,
irrigation, trellising, canopy management, and integrated pest
management. Together with my education and research, my work
experiences in small-scale viticulture consulting and integrated pest
management have shaped my understanding of winegrape growing.

I have a positive attitude and a strong work ethic. I get along well
with others and strive to appreciate people for whom they are. I look
forward to talking to you and learning more about your vineyard and
winemaking operation.

Thank you,
Tom Shapland

Tom Shapland



1403 Tulane Drive

Davis, CA. 95616

(630) 544-1543

tmshapland at gmail.com

 

 

EDUCATION:     Master of Science Candidate, Horticulture & Agronomy Graduate Group

                        Smart Lab, Department of Viticulture & Enology

                        University of California at Davis

                        Expected graduation June 2009

 

                        Bachelor of Science in Viticulture and Enology 

                                Bachelor of Arts in Classical Civilization

                        University of California at Davis, June 2007

 

                             

EXPERIENCE:         Graduate Student Researcher, June 2008 to Present

                        Smart Lab, Dept. of Viticulture & Enology, UC Davis

                           Design and maintain two experiments to estimate energy and mass exchange between vineyards and the atmosphere using the eddy covariance and surface renewal techniques. Analyze data and write research papers for submission to peer-reviewed journals. 

 

                        Instructor, April 2008 to June 2008

                        VEN 101C Viticultural Practices, Dept. of Viticulture & Enology, UC Davis

                            Prepare and conduct lectures and laboratories on topics related to vineyard establishment, soil management, trellising and canopy management, pest management and irrigation strategies. Tailor course material to address climate change, resource conservation, and sustainable viticulture practices. Write homework and exams. Manage teaching assistants.

 

                        Viticulture Consultant, January 2007 to Present

                        Contra Costa County, Alameda County, Yolo County, Mendocino County

                                Work with small-scale winegrape growers to improve understanding of vineyard sites and various management techniques, including winter pruning, soil management, trellis systems, canopy management, pest management and irrigation strategies. 

 

                        Consulting Winemaker, January 2008 to June 2008

                        McGrail Vineyards, Livermore

                                Advise winemaker in cellar practices for maintaining the chemical and microbial stability of the wines. Characterize problem wine lots and present possible corrective measures. 



                        Junior Specialist, June 2007 to December 2007

                        Biometeorology Lab, Dept. of Land, Air, and Water Resources, UC Davis

                                Estimate energy and mass exchange using the surface renewal and eddy covariance techniques to refine crop coefficients for various crops, including grapevines.

 

                        Founding Member, January 2007 to Present

                        Vinecology Research Group

                                Facilitate dialogue between growers, multidisciplinary researchers, and students on industry needs concerning sustainable viticulture and biodiversity in vineyard-dominated landscapes. 

 

                        Integrated Pest Management Intern, April 2006 to September 2006

                        Lodi Winegrape Commission, Lodi

                                Monitor pest and disease over approximately 1,000 acres of grapevines and discuss management practices with growers. 

 

                        Livermore Valley Climate Research, January 2006 to Present

                        Livermore, California

                                Design and raise funds for a climate research project. Gather and analyze data from weather stations.

 

                        Cellar rat, June 2005 to August 2005, Crush 2006

                        Fenestra Winery, Livermore, California

                                Assisted in all aspects of wine production, including crushing, racking, lab analysis, bottling, et cetera. 



 

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Ashley DuBois
Director of Operations/ Assistant Winemaker
Black Ridge Vineyards
18550 Black Road
Los Gatos, CA 95033
mobile (650) 743-5575
office (408) 399-6396
fax (408) 399-4884
ashley at blackridgevineyards.com

www.blackridgevineyards.com

---
Ashley DuBois
Director of Operations/ Assistant Winemaker
Black Ridge Vineyards
18550 Black Road
Los Gatos, CA 95033
mobile (650) 743-5575
office (408) 399-6396
fax (408) 399-4884
ashley at blackridgevineyards.com

www.blackridgevineyards.com