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Jakelina H.

San Diego, California

$30/hr
5.0
34 jobs

Goal oriented, energetic, and dedicated assistant with over eight years of experience working in executive assistant and managerial roles. Most of my roles have required a high level of organization, management, client-facing personality and an overall ability to take on any given task. As a yoga instructor, I approach life and others in a calm and positive manner. I strive to be the best version of myself daily, so I can extend myself to others!

  • Travel Planning
  • Intercultural Communication
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Female
  • Translation
  • Voice-Over
  • General Transcription
Ashley N.

San Diego, California

$25/hr
5.0
16 jobs

** To ensure dedicated availability and priority scheduling for my clients, I maintain a 3-hour billable weekly minimum commitment for all hourly contracts. Thank you for your understanding! ** As a Virtual Executive & Personal Assistant, I thrive in helping others make their day-to-day easier by making organization and reliability a top priority. I have many years of experience in the administrative industry on both an Executive and Personal level and have a knack for self-sufficiency and the ability to work independently. I’d welcome the opportunity to apply my interpersonal and professional skills to contribute to your objectives, while continuing to gain valuable industry experience in the virtual administrative space. Here are a few tasks that I can do for you: - Manage multiple calendars with great complexity - Conduct detailed research on different topics & create summaries - Assist in Travel Planning: Air, Hotel, Transportation, & Itinerary Planning - Review & promptly respond to emails & other correspondence - Organize inboxes, clean up junk emails & highlighting urgent ones - Inquire & Book a variety of appointments, reservations, meetings, etc - Fulfill all other ad-hoc projects Technical Skills/Tools I use but not limited to: - Google Suite & Microsoft Suite - Communications: Slack, Discord, WhatsApp - Video Applications/Conferencing: Zoom, GoogleMeets Soft Skills: - Flexibility & Adaptability - Organization & Multi-Tasking skills - Effective Verbal & Written communication - High Level Professionalism & Positive Can-Do Attitude

  • Calendar Management
  • Email Communication
  • Meeting Agendas
  • Canva
  • Meeting Scheduling
  • Travel Planning
  • Zoom Video Conferencing
  • Concur
  • Business Travel
  • Meeting Notes
  • Google Calendar
  • Template Design
  • Presentation Design
  • Online Research
Brandy C.

San Diego, California

$30/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Hi, I’m Brandy! I help founders, coaches, and online businesses stay visible and organized by supporting both the creative and operational sides of their brand. Many entrepreneurs are juggling content creation, client work, marketing, and admin tasks all at once. My role is to step in and help keep things moving — whether that’s managing content, designing visuals, or handling the day-to-day tasks that keep your business running smoothly. I bring a mix of creative support, strategic thinking, and reliable execution, so you can focus on the bigger picture. What I Can Help With: Content & Brand Support • Newsletter writing and formatting • Ghostwriting and long-form content • Social media captions and content planning • Carousel and Reel concept support Design & Visual Content • Canva graphics • Social media carousels • presentation decks • simple brand graphics Website & Platform Support • website updates and edits • blog publishing and formatting • landing page updates • general website management Executive Assistance • inbox management • calendar coordination • project tracking • document organization • client support Why Clients Like Working With Me: • Clear communication • Detail-oriented and reliable • Comfortable working independently • Able to combine creative work and operations support I’m especially comfortable supporting personal brands, coaches, creators, and small online businesses where content, visibility, and organization all matter. If you’re looking for someone who can help keep both the creative and operational pieces of your business running smoothly, I’d love to connect.

  • Calendar Management
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Customer Experience
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Flyer Design
  • Brand Management
  • Calendar
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Flyer
  • Content Creation
  • Content Writing
  • Branding
  • Management Skills
  • Brand Development
Angelica O.

San Diego, California

$35/hr
5.0
4 jobs

I bring engineering-level precision to project management creating systems that keep tasks, teams, and timelines running smoothly. My background in Mechanical and Quality Engineering helps me identify process gaps, build clear SOPs, and drive on-time delivery. I thrive in dynamic environments where strong communication and structure make all the difference.

  • Project Management
  • Engineering Design
  • Quality Assurance
Sarah B.

San Diego, California

$27/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I am a highly experienced administrative professional with almost 10 years of admin work. My skills range widely but are centered around Real Estate work, that is what I know the most. I am driven and responsive and will work to get what you need finished as proficiently as possible.Although most of my experience is in the Real Estate Industry, I learn very quickly and am resourceful with my work.

  • Administrative Support
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Real Estate
  • Property Management
  • Microsoft Word
  • Canva
  • Commercial Lease
  • Real Estate Acquisition
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Real Estate Transaction Standard
  • Property Management Software
  • DocuSign
  • Contract Drafting
  • Lease
  • Real Estate Listing
Cailey B.

San Diego, California

$45/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I’m a senior business and partnerships professional with over 8 years of experience supporting growth-focused organizations across technology, SaaS, and professional services. I work at the intersection of partnerships, operations, and execution—helping teams move initiatives forward while maintaining strong relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders. My background includes managing strategic partnerships, supporting key accounts, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and contributing to go-to-market and enablement efforts. I’ve worked closely with sales, operations, marketing, and leadership teams to support proposals, reporting, account expansion, and internal workflows that drive measurable business outcomes. I’m known for being highly organized, communicative, and reliable—someone who can step into ambiguous situations, bring structure, and keep work moving. Whether supporting partnership initiatives, managing client-facing deliverables, coordinating internal projects, or assisting with research and documentation, I focus on clarity, follow-through, and practical execution. This profile is best suited for clients seeking business support that blends strategy, coordination, and relationship management, particularly in fast-moving or growth-stage environments.

  • Microsoft Office
  • CRM Software
  • Project Management
  • Research & Strategy
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Client Management
  • Social Media Advertising
  • Analytics
  • Sales Strategy
  • B2B Lead Generation
  • Account Management
  • Partnership Development
  • Sales Enablement
  • Email Campaign
  • Content Writing

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