Gema Buelna
Los Angeles,CA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Marketing Manager
The Buelna Law Firm
Los Angeles, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Developed legal education content for TikTok under 'Tacos & Law' producing informative and accessible content to help individuals understand family and criminal law processes.
- Drove $350,000+ in revenue through increased client engagement and digital outreach strategies.
Project Coordinator
Obra Design Studio
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Liaise with contractors, procurement teams, and vendors to streamline material delivery and minimize project delays.
- Manage schedules, service plans, and logistics to optimize resource allocation across concurrent projects.
- Collaborate with clients, designers, and city officials to ensure design compliance with municipal regulations.
- Maintain project documentation, contracts and billing reports to fulfill contractual obligations and support accurate financial oversight.
- Lead cross-functional coordination of interior design projects from planning to execution, ensuring adherence to timelines, milestones, budget controls ($150K-$20M), and stakeholder expectations.
Receiving Operations, Student Lead
UC San Diego Bookstore
San Diego, CA
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Managed a team of student workers, providing guidance and training on inventory control, stocking procedures, and maintaining accurate records for all incoming shipments.
- Created and managed weekly schedules for the receiving team, ensuring optimal staffing levels and coverage for efficient operations.
- Collaborated with internal teams to transition to Airtable, improving knowledge sharing and project tracking workflows.
Sports Counselor (Summer Employment)
Circle V Ranch Camp, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Santa Barbra, CA
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Planned and led daily sports and recreation activities for campers from diverse backgrounds, creating a safe, inclusive space that encouraged teamwork, confidence, and physical activity.
Cashier / Floor Associate (Summer Employment)
99 Cents Only Stores
Los Angeles, CA
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Facilitated essential retail operations during COVID-19 pandemic by processing transactions, restocking inventory, and ensuring a clean, organized store environment to serve community safely and reliably during heightened need.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies - International Business
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA06-2023
Skills
- Asana
- Airtable
- Design manager (DM)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Rush
- Canva
- Project logistics & milestone tracking
- Cross-functional communication
Global And Community Engagement
Human Rights & Cultural Memory, Study Abroad Program, UCEAP, 09/2022 - 12/2022
- Participated in an immersive international program exploring historical justice, memory politics and post-conflict reconciliation, engaging with diverse communities, and cultural institutions.
- Applied cross-cultural communication skills to group projects and field experiences, enhancing cultural awareness audience-focused storytelling.
Community Outreach Volunteer (Holiday Program), Salvation Army, Los Angeles, CA, 01/2015, 12/2021
- Supported large-scale community events by distributing food and organizing toy donations for underserved families, ensuring a welcoming and organized experience for attendees.
- Collaborated with staff and volunteers to coordinate event logistics, manage high foot traffic, and deliver memorable community moments.
Languages
- English, Native
- Spanish, Intermediate
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Social Media Marketing Manager
The Buelna Law Firm
09.2023 - Current
Sports Counselor (Summer Employment)
Circle V Ranch Camp, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
06.2021 - 09.2021
Receiving Operations, Student Lead
UC San Diego Bookstore
02.2021 - 06.2023
Cashier / Floor Associate (Summer Employment)
99 Cents Only Stores
06.2020 - 09.2020
Project Coordinator
Obra Design Studio
01.2019 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies - International Business
University of California, San Diego
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