Marina Gostraya
Santa Monica,USA
Summary
Highly organized and proactive Personal Assistant with experience supporting executives and maintaining private residential households. Skilled at multitasking, managing errands, coordinating schedules, running properties, and providing warm, attentive companionship. Tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining a smooth, well-run home environment. Experienced in pet care, vendor management, and administrative support. Seeking to bring reliability, discretion, and initiative to a private household leadership role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Manager
Rent Element
05.2024 - Current
- Managed day-to-day operations of multiple short-term rental properties, ensuring each home was guest-ready, clean, and fully stocked
- Coordinated turnovers between stays — scheduled cleaners, inspected quality, replaced linens, restocked essentials, and reset staging
- Monitored booking platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com) including pricing, calendar management, and guest communication
- Handled guest relations from inquiry to checkout, providing clear instructions, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring 5-star experiences
- Responded to after-hours guest needs including lockouts, maintenance problems, and emergency situations
- Managed vendor teams including cleaners, handymen, landscapers, laundry services, pool techs, and pest control
- Oversaw repairs, minor maintenance, and preventative upkeep to minimize future costs
- Created house manuals, welcome guides, and messaging templates to streamline guest onboarding
- Purchased supplies and inventory (linens, toiletries, household goods) and managed storage systems to control costs
- Implemented pricing and availability adjustments based on occupancy trends, seasonality, and market demand
- Ensured compliance with local short-term rental laws, licensing, trash schedules, noise policies, and city communication
- Managed revenue reporting, expense tracking, and invoice processing for owners
- Drove high review scores and repeat bookings through hospitality-focused operations
- Staged units for photography, listing updates, and branding to maximize visibility and nightly rates
- Protected homeowner assets with risk management practices, guest vetting, and inspection checklists
Gallery Assistant
Leon Benrimon Gallery
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the gallery, ensuring a welcoming and engaging environment for visitors, clients, and artists.
- Coordinated and hosted gallery events, openings, and receptions, ensuring a high level of professionalism and guest satisfaction.
- Promoted and sold artists' work, through both exhibitions and personal contacts.
- Worked closely with individual artists, developed relationships with new artists, and extended relationships with established artist connections.
- Crafted and released content to the social channels.
Personal Assistant
Jack Melki
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Managed daily household and personal schedule for high-demand business owner
- Coordinated appointments, reminders, calendar events, and travel logistics
- Oversaw home operations including maintenance, deliveries, and vendors
- Performed ongoing errands including grocery shopping, pickups, and returns
- Provided consistent pet care including feeding, walking, and vet/groomer visits
- Conducted online research and drafted emails, messages, and simple documents
- Offered driving support and transportation using owner’s vehicle
- Maintained confidentiality, professionalism, and an orderly home environment
- Available for overnight care of pets and home during short trips when requested
PR assistant
Cheryl McClean’s office
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Assisted in building and maintaining relationships with journalists, bloggers, and influencers to secure positive media coverage for clients.
- Drafted press releases and media advisories to announce upcoming projects, events, and noteworthy achievements.
- Conducted media monitoring and analysis to track coverage and sentiment.
- Helped managing and curating content for clients' social media platforms, ensuring a consistent and engaging online presence.
- Coordinated logistics for events, press conferences, and media interviews.
- Provided administrative support, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and maintaining databases.
- Closely worked with Chrissy Metz (Golden Globes nominee), Nicky Whelan, Kerry Rhodes, Tahj Mowry, Jessica Parker Kenned.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Otis
Marina Del Rey, CA08.2023
Skills
- Home and schedule administration
- Vendor management
- Errands and deliveries
- Shopping assistance
- Dog care
- Transport logistics support
- Tech troubleshooting
- Online research
- File and inventory management
- Organizational skills
- Data categorization
- Record keeping
- Reliability and discretion
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Property Manager
Rent Element
05.2024 - Current
Gallery Assistant
Leon Benrimon Gallery
07.2022 - 05.2024
Personal Assistant
Jack Melki
05.2020 - 06.2022
PR assistant
Cheryl McClean’s office
02.2019 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Otis