Resume/CV
Aera Isabelle Palaganas
I’m 23 years old with various experience in the health, design, and arts fields. I was born in Manila, Philippines and grew up in San Diego from an early age. I am currently pursuing a Masters of Architecture degree at NewSchool of Architecture + Design in Downtown, San Diego. My mission is to gain various skills to support my multi-faceted goals.
Skills
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe InDesign
• Affinity Designer
• Microsoft Office
• Tagalog - Proficient
• Social Media Management
• Collaborative Leadership
• Design/Creative Thinking
• Adaptability
• 65 WPM
Experience
Mirai Clinical
Marketing and Operation Assistant
Spring Valley, CA July-2018 to November-2018
-Manage marketing and social media campaigns and events and engage with clients
-Design company promotional media and graphics
-Create documents and correspondence with clients and partners
-Assist with assemblage and packaging of orders
-Manage store website's inventory
Church Officer/Volunteer
Church of Christ
Chula Vista, CA Currently
-Soprano/soloist member of the church choir
-Create graphic designs for events and activities
-Participate in local and worldwide events to give back to the community and those in need
-Collaborate with a committee for events and meetings
Dental Receptionist/Marketing Assistant
Happy Smiles Dental
National City, CA September-2014 to March-2018
-Created graphics and promotional material
-Entered data of patient forms on CS PracticeWorks and filing
-Verified insurances and patient recalls
-Answered phone calls, greeted patients and set appointments
Stage Productions Coordinator
UCLA Samahang Pilipino Cultural Night
Los Angeles, CA July-2015 to June-2016
-Directed stagehands for Samahang Pilipino Cultural Night
-Created and managed props and costumes
-Developed set and prop designs
-Collaborated with a large committee with events and meetings
Aesthetics Coordinator/Graphic Designer
UCLA Samahang Pilipino Cultural Night
Los Angeles, CA July-2014 to June-2015
-Created graphics and media for Samahang Pilipino
Cultural Night
-Designed a 52-page letter-sized program
-Established color and aesthetic theme for the production
-Collaborated with a large committee with events and meetings
Fashion Designer
Fashion and Student Trends at UCLA
Los Angeles, CA October-2013 to May-2014
-Designed and compiled a fashion sketch portfolio
-Utilized a sewing machine to sew pattern pieces
-Worked with clothing models and utilized ttheir measurements
-Created and showcased a mini fashion collection on a runway
Club President
Artist and Writer's Guild
Chula Vista, CA September-2011 to June-2013
-Founded and established the club
-Brainstormed ideas and projects for the arts and writing with the VP
-Collaborated with an advisor to execute club events
Education
NewSchool of Architecture + Design
San Diego, California 2022
Master of Architecture
Highly selective program: Integrated Pathway to Architectural Licensure (IPAL)
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California 2017
Bachelor of Science
Mater Dei Catholic High School
Chula Vista, California 2013
High School Degree
First Honors
Honors & Awards
Bishop Leo Maher's Award for Academic Excellence (2010-2013)
Graduated with First Honors (2013)
International Thespian Honor Society (2012)
English Honors Award (2010-2012)
California Scholarship Federation National Honor Society
Aera Isabelle Palaganas
I’m 23 years old with various experience in the health, design, and arts fields. I was born in Manila, Philippines and grew up in San Diego from an early age. I am currently pursuing a Masters of Architecture degree at NewSchool of Architecture + Design in Downtown, San Diego. My mission is to gain various skills to support my multi-faceted goals.
Skills
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe InDesign
• Affinity Designer
• Microsoft Office
• Tagalog - Proficient
• Social Media Management
• Collaborative Leadership
• Design/Creative Thinking
• Adaptability
• 65 WPM
Experience
Mirai Clinical
Marketing and Operation Assistant
Spring Valley, CA July-2018 to November-2018
-Manage marketing and social media campaigns and events and engage with clients
-Design company promotional media and graphics
-Create documents and correspondence with clients and partners
-Assist with assemblage and packaging of orders
-Manage store website's inventory
Church Officer/Volunteer
Church of Christ
Chula Vista, CA Currently
-Soprano/soloist member of the church choir
-Create graphic designs for events and activities
-Participate in local and worldwide events to give back to the community and those in need
-Collaborate with a committee for events and meetings
Dental Receptionist/Marketing Assistant
Happy Smiles Dental
National City, CA September-2014 to March-2018
-Created graphics and promotional material
-Entered data of patient forms on CS PracticeWorks and filing
-Verified insurances and patient recalls
-Answered phone calls, greeted patients and set appointments
Stage Productions Coordinator
UCLA Samahang Pilipino Cultural Night
Los Angeles, CA July-2015 to June-2016
-Directed stagehands for Samahang Pilipino Cultural Night
-Created and managed props and costumes
-Developed set and prop designs
-Collaborated with a large committee with events and meetings
Aesthetics Coordinator/Graphic Designer
UCLA Samahang Pilipino Cultural Night
Los Angeles, CA July-2014 to June-2015
-Created graphics and media for Samahang Pilipino
Cultural Night
-Designed a 52-page letter-sized program
-Established color and aesthetic theme for the production
-Collaborated with a large committee with events and meetings
Fashion Designer
Fashion and Student Trends at UCLA
Los Angeles, CA October-2013 to May-2014
-Designed and compiled a fashion sketch portfolio
-Utilized a sewing machine to sew pattern pieces
-Worked with clothing models and utilized ttheir measurements
-Created and showcased a mini fashion collection on a runway
Club President
Artist and Writer's Guild
Chula Vista, CA September-2011 to June-2013
-Founded and established the club
-Brainstormed ideas and projects for the arts and writing with the VP
-Collaborated with an advisor to execute club events
Education
NewSchool of Architecture + Design
San Diego, California 2022
Master of Architecture
Highly selective program: Integrated Pathway to Architectural Licensure (IPAL)
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California 2017
Bachelor of Science
Mater Dei Catholic High School
Chula Vista, California 2013
High School Degree
First Honors
Honors & Awards
Bishop Leo Maher's Award for Academic Excellence (2010-2013)
Graduated with First Honors (2013)
International Thespian Honor Society (2012)
English Honors Award (2010-2012)
California Scholarship Federation National Honor Society