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JaQuan Shaw

Atlanta

Summary

Multifamily Assistant Property Manager with over five years of experience in driving occupancy rates, enhancing NOI, and elevating property performance. Achieved a leasing closing ratio exceeding 75% and successfully reduced delinquency by over 95% within one year. Proven track record in leading resident retention initiatives, optimizing operations, and transitioning seamlessly into full Property Manager responsibilities to ensure portfolio success. Offers creative expertise as a freelance graphic designer, specializing in digital layouts and branding content to enhance marketing strategies.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Graphic Designer

Rich Temper Designs
01.2011 - Current
  • Develop innovative and high-quality design concepts, including logos, branding materials, social media graphics, and digital assets.
  • Translate creative ideas into visually compelling designs that align with client objectives.• Utilize Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom) to create and refine design projects.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends and integrate emerging design techniques into projects.

Assistant Property Manager

Cushman & Wakefield
02.2022 - 09.2025
  • Coordinated day-to-day building operations, including maintenance scheduling, service requests, and contractor oversight, improving response times and overall tenant satisfaction.
  • Supported lease administration, including abstracting terms, tracking critical dates, and processing renewals to maintain compliance and strengthen retention.
  • Prepared monthly management reports summarizing financial performance, occupancy data, risk issues, and capital project updates for senior leadership and ownership.
  • Assumed full property manager responsibilities for multiple properties during leadership transitions, including comprehensive vendor management, rent roll oversight, and strategic planning across the portfolio.

Area Leasing Agent

BGSF Multifamily
03.2021 - 01.2022
  • Supported multiple properties on a weekly basis, quickly adapting to each community’s policies, leasing systems, and resident needs.
  • Conducted property tours, leasing interviews, application processing, and move-ins while maintaining full Fair Housing compliance.
  • Strengthened occupancy for underperforming communities by providing immediate leasing support and closing qualified leads efficiently.
  • Maintained a consistent 70%+ closing ratio, converting walk-ins, phone leads, and online inquiries into approved applications.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service by addressing resident questions, renewal concerns, and service request follow-ups across diverse property types.
  • Collaborated with onsite teams to support administrative tasks, marketing initiatives, and daily office operations during staffing shortages or peak demand.

Leasing Manager

Elite Management Group
08.2019 - 03.2021
  • Increased leasing performance by 15% within 12 months through strategic marketing, optimized tour experiences, and consistent follow-up with qualified leads.
  • Maintained a 70%+ closing ratio, consistently converting prospects into signed leases and reducing vacancy timelines.
  • Achieved an 89% resident renewal rate by implementing retention initiatives, strengthening resident relationships, and reducing turnover costs.
  • Managed complete leasing operations—including tours, applications, credit screening, and move-ins—ensuring full compliance with Fair Housing and regulatory standards.

Enrollment Specialist

APWU Health Plan
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Processed complex eligibility information and assisted 200+ members weekly with Medicare, Medicaid, and FEHB benefits.
  • Review and update medical authorizations while providing detailed coverage explanations.

Senior Enrollment Specialist

Emory University
02.2018 - 10.2018
  • Supported 200+ student service tickets weekly, ensuring accurate enrollment and customer service during peak cycles.
  • Assisted students in securing $1M+ in federal and institutional aid by guiding timely and accurate documentation submission

Financial Aid Advisor

Laureate University
06.2017 - 01.2018
  • Supported 200+ student service tickets weekly, ensuring accurate enrollment and customer service during peak cycles.
  • Assisted students in securing $1M+ in federal and institutional aid by guiding timely and accurate documentation submission.

IT Help Desk Technician

The Home Depot
07.2015 - 06.2017
  • Resolved 100+ weekly technical issues by 85% of tickets on first contact to minimize operational downtime across multiple retail

locations, improving system uptime and staff productivity.

  • Delivered high-quality customer service by documenting incidents, escalating complex issues, and ensuring timely resolution in alignment with Home Depot’s IT service standards.

Education

Media Communications Certificate - Graphic And Digital Design

Full Sail University
Winter Park, FL
12-2018

Skills

  • Vendor & Contract Management
  • Delinquency Reduction & Collections Management
  • Maintenance Coordination & Facilities Oversight
  • Team Leadership & Staff Development
  • Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
  • Regulatory Compliance & Fair Housing
  • Financial Management & NOI Optimization
  • Occupancy Growth & Leasing Strategy
  • Resident Relations & Retention Programs
  • Graphic Design & Branding (Adobe Creative Suite)
  • IT Support & Technical Troubleshooting

Accomplishments

  • Enhanced financial accuracy and reporting efficiency by: Supported financial operations by assisting with $2M+ annual budgets, monthly reporting, and ensuring full compliance across financial processes.
  • Delivered measurable operational impact by: Led operational excellence by managing $250K+ capital improvement projects, assuming full Property Manager responsibilities during leadership transitions, and ensuring high resident satisfaction and smooth move-ins.
  • Managed operational and leasing duties for dual-property portfolios by: Ensuring consistent performance and regulatory compliance during periods of leadership transition
  • Strengthened leasing strategy and market competitiveness by: Increased occupancy by 10% and maintained a 70%+ personal closing ratio, consistently outperforming industry leasing benchmarks through effective marketing and high-impact property tours.

Certification

  • Fair Housing & Compliance Training - 2025
  • Property Management & Leasing Strategies - 2025
  • Advanced Graphic Design Techniques - 2025
  • IT & Helpdesk Support Certification - Apple, 2012

Relevant Career Highlights

  • Enhanced financial accuracy and reporting efficiency by: Supported financial operations by assisting with $2M+ annual budgets, monthly reporting, and ensuring full compliance across financial processes.
  • Delivered measurable operational impact by: Led operational excellence by managing $250K+ capital improvement projects, assuming full Property Manager responsibilities during leadership transitions, and ensuring high resident satisfaction and smooth move-ins.
  • Managed operational and leasing duties for dual-property portfolios by: Ensuring consistent performance and regulatory compliance during periods of leadership transition
  • Strengthened leasing strategy and market competitiveness by: Increased occupancy by 10% and maintained a 70%+ personal closing ratio, consistently outperforming industry leasing benchmarks through effective marketing and high-impact property tours.

Timeline

Assistant Property Manager

Cushman & Wakefield
02.2022 - 09.2025

Area Leasing Agent

BGSF Multifamily
03.2021 - 01.2022

Leasing Manager

Elite Management Group
08.2019 - 03.2021

Enrollment Specialist

APWU Health Plan
10.2018 - 07.2019

Senior Enrollment Specialist

Emory University
02.2018 - 10.2018

Financial Aid Advisor

Laureate University
06.2017 - 01.2018

IT Help Desk Technician

The Home Depot
07.2015 - 06.2017

Graphic Designer

Rich Temper Designs
01.2011 - Current

Media Communications Certificate - Graphic And Digital Design

Full Sail University
JaQuan Shaw