"Oh, he's worked for himself for quite some time... I wonder why he's looking for a job now? ...And what can he do for me?"
Recently...
There isn’t much that I can’t learn, or that I’m not willing to learn…
Below are brief summaries of some of the recent work that I’ve been contracted to perform for a variety of small businesses, along with links to a closer look at the work itself.
Web design with WordPress: I’ve created and maintained websites for businesses of varying sizes and industries, using Elementor Pro, Essential Addons, Yoast SEO, and WordFence plugins, to name just a few. Here, take a look at what some of my customers have reported back about me.
Video Editing: For editing videos or short advertisement pieces, I typically use Final Cut Pro and Apple’s Keynote. I’ve edited many videos for live entertainment (full song edits), social media campaigns – short ad pieces, and website background footage. Please take a look at some of my edits below.
Promotional Graphics and Logo Design: The samples below show some of the diversity in the promotional designs I’ve created over the last few years. Working up an idea very quickly isn’t hard for me to do; however, I don’t hesitate to send my idea over to a creator with a more specialized skillset when I realize that the concept can be developed further.
Social Media: These are just a handful of examples of social media feeds and posts from Instagram and Facebook.
Virtual Assistance / Administrative: I worked as an independent contractor periodically between 2010 and 2015 with Virtualize It, LLC. Primary tasks – for several clients – included regular social media posting and curating content for website blog posts.
Regarding my administrative skill sets – a quick anecdote: In addition to managing all aspects of our two multi-unit rental properties, I’ve successfully filed three separate trademark applications with 100% approval to date from the US Patent and Trademark Office, all without the help of a legal counsel. I also have one more trademark currently in application status, awaiting approval. Trademark Registration numbers can be made available upon request.
What's his story?
In short – I want to be on a “team” again. I’m involved heavily with my two sons’ sports activities, so staying hyper-focused on multiple clients – and seeking new clients – is not where I want to be at this point in my life.
A further look – It started in the summer of 2010, I was working at Chrysalis Music Group in Beverly Hills, CA during the week and commuting home to San Diego on the weekends. My infant son, Philip, was diagnosed with epilepsy around the same time that my mother-in-law was newly diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. My wife – a clinical psychologist for the Poway School District – and I subsequently decided that out of the two of us, it was necessary for me to transition to be the one at home to take care of both my son and my mother-in-law.
Fast forward to 2014 – I launched my business, Retro Hits Tributes – a company that produces live entertainment groups (bands) for weddings and corporate functions. Fast forward to 2020, I started my second business, Brand Camp Agency, functioning as a small-business marketing operation that builds websites, produces promotional graphics and social media campaigns, and also serves as a virtual assistance service.
As I’ve mentioned, now, I want to be back on a team, in a team environment. I want to share my creativity and experience with a group that can utilize and appreciate my work ethic and desire to contribute.
If I had to list an “ideal fit”, perhaps it’s for me to join an organization that’s looking for another member to manage (or help to manage) website design and maintenance tasks, provide SEO ideas and improvements, take on video/audio editing tasks, and create promotional graphic assets, and/or provide a wide range of administrative support and assistance.
I’m available for part-time, full-time, or contract work. My flexibility is wide. I am also flexible with entering salary.
Testimonials
John made us a beautiful website and continues to be a support for my business. Even if I have lots of questions, he's patient and explains things easily. Thanks again John for all your hard work!
Jessica Lara
Owner/Instructor
Poway
Martial
Arts
The results were fantastic and I absolutely love the work I did with John. Truly a fantastic human being, superbly grateful.
Dr. Rahimeh Andalibian
Psychologist/Owner
Spectrum Services
A lot of my students complement me on how great my website is.
Jey Bacani
Golf Pro/Coach
Jey Bacani Golf
I feel so proud to show it and share it with my clients, and I believe it gives me more credibility as a stylist and business owner.
Kasey Erokhin
Owner/Stylist
The Salon 619
The cost was very reasonable and they were available to talk whenever I had questions. John did a flawless job in taking my company from a vision to reality.
Stephen Sylvia
Saxophonist
From the photography, video production, and payment processing. You did it all!.
Maricel Murphy
Owner/Stylist
Maricel Murphy
Hair Studio
I will definitely be recommending your business to my colleagues, friends and family! You were patient, kind, and very creative. Thanks again for everything!
Dawn Loggins
Owner
Ms. Dawn's
Pure Emollients
He has been quick to make changes when requested and is constantly suggesting wonderful updates and ideas to make our website better!
Laura Harrington
Owner
Discovery Village
Child Care
The results were fantastic and I absolutely love the work I did with John. Truly a fantastic human being, superbly grateful.
A lot of my students complement me on how great my website is.
I feel so proud to show it and share it with my clients, and I believe it gives me more credibility as a stylist and business owner.
John made us a beautiful website and continues to be a support for my business. Even if I have lots of questions, he's patient and explains things easily. Thanks again John for all your hard work!
The cost was very reasonable and they were available to talk whenever I had questions. John did a flawless job in taking my company from a vision to reality.
From the photography, video production, and payment processing. You did it all!.
I will definitely be recommending your business to my colleagues, friends and family! You were patient, kind, and very creative. Thanks again for everything!
He has been quick to make changes when requested and is constantly suggesting wonderful updates and ideas to make our website better!
Other recent builds
Video edits
Below is a variety of promotional videos that I've created for various clients to use within their websites and on social media platforms. The content, voice-overs, and music were either provided or outsourced by me to include in my client's promotional edits.
The animated video that I created was done with Toonly software.
Promotional Graphics and Logos
Here are a few promotional flyers and some logo designs/re-designs created with Adobe Illustrator, Canva, and Apple Keynote.
social media
Examples of Instagram feeds (visual layouts), posts, and reels for both Instagram and Facebook.
Current Classes
Classes that I am currently enrolled and participating in towards certification.
The Web Developer Bootcamp 2023 via Udemy
SEO 2023: SEO Training Course (With ChatGPT)
via Udemy
Google (GA4) certified training course
Illustrator 2023 Masterclass

















