2014
Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management
University of Perpetual Help System JONELTA GMA Campus
Professional Virtual Assistant
I am a Virtual Executive Assistant with over 5 years of experience helping executives and businesses stay organized and efficient. My superpowers are organization, attention to detail, and being proactive—I don't wait to be told what to do; I anticipate needs and solve problems before they arise.
I have supported clients from the US, Spain, and the Philippines, handling everything from calendar management and email filtering to full-cycle recruitment and payroll. I take pride in my work and treat every client's business like my own.
What I Offer:
✅ Organized & Systematic Approach
✅ Keen Eye for Details & Accuracy
✅ Proactive Mindset & Problem-Solver
✅ 5+ Years Remote Experience
✅ Quick Learner & Tech-Savvy
My Skills and Competencies
Social Media Management
Data Entry
Virtual Recruiter
Executive Support
Basic Bookkeeping
HR Support
Payroll
Data Management
Email Management
Calendar Management
Travel Management
Certificates
My Experience and Education
2023
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2025
Freelancer
(VIRTUAL EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT, TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST)
Talent Acquisition: Led the full recruitment cycle to fill critical roles, from drafting job descriptions to extending offers. Sourced candidates using Boolean searches and LinkedIn, building a robust talent pipeline.
Recruitment Operations: Screened resumes, conducted initial interviews, and coordinated skill assessments for hiring managers, ensuring a shortlist of qualified candidates. Managed the end-to-end onboarding process for new hires.
Executive Support: Managed executive communications, filtering 50+ daily emails and prioritizing urgent actions. Streamlined payroll pre-audit processes, reducing errors by 30%. Organized confidential client files, ensuring 100% data security and easy retrieval.
2020
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2023
Freelancer
(VIRTUAL RECRUITER, EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT)
Talent Sourcing Outreach: Sourced and engaged potential candidates for various project-based roles. Utilized social media and professional networks to build a pipeline of talent for US and Spanish clients.
Candidate Screening: Assisted in screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and collecting preliminary information, reducing the time-to-shortlist for clients.
Cross-Functional Support: Created engaging social media recruitment posters (Canva), increasing candidate engagement by 25%. Automated policy documentation, saving 10+ hours/month in manual work. Managed travel
2018
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2023
Freelancer
(ONLINE ESL TEACHER)
Taught 300+ students from China, Korea, Vietnam, and Taiwan, specializing in business English and test prep (TOEFL/IELTS).
Achieved a 95% student satisfaction rate by focusing on practical conversation skills and customized lesson plans, which contributed to a 40% increase in student retention.
Helped professionals advance their careers by improving their English fluency, directly impacting their ability to communicate effectively in international business environments.
June 2017
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April 2018
Lyceum of Cavite-East (Private School)
(Admin Staff, Teacher)
Maintained and updated 100+ student records, ensuring accuracy for enrollment, grading, and reporting.
Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and students, improving response times by 40%.
March 2014
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May 2017
Japan Special Glass
(HR and ADMIN OFFICER)
Japan Special Glass Inc. | March 2014 - May 2017
Recruitment & Onboarding: Managed the full recruitment lifecycle for a 50+ employee company. Implemented new sourcing strategies that filled vacancies 30% faster than the industry average and reduced onboarding time by 20% through digital documentation.
HR Operations: Processed payroll with 100% compliance, cutting discrepancies by 25% through meticulous record-keeping. Maintained perfect security of confidential employee records with zero breaches.
Employee Relations: Served as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries, resolving 90% of issues within 24 hours and boosting employee engagement by 15% through organized events.
Key Skills: Payroll - Recruitment - Compliance - Employee Relations - Data Management
My Services
Social Media Management
Analyzing engagement data, identifying trends in customer interaction and planning digital campaigns to build community.
Data Entry / Web Researcher
Search the Internet for information on a wide variety of topics.
Content Creator
Promote companies' products and services by developing copy for websites, social media, marketing materials.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Five years of full-cycle recruitment experience. Expert in LinkedIn sourcing, Boolean search, and candidate screening.
Executive Assistant
Virtual Executive Assistant providing high-level administrative support to international clients and executives.
Testimonials
ALESHA
"Hershey has been my VA helping with design, scheduling and posting social media. She can both follow instruction and also be creative in what she provides. I’m pleased with her work and would absolutely recommend her services!"
Alesha C.
MICHAEL
"Hershey is a lovely person and a true pleasure to work with. She is professional, hardworking, and always gives her best. Thank you for everything, Hershey! You are the best! I wish you success in all you do."
Michael C.
ANTHONY
"Shey is awesome! It was always nice to hear from her. She is reliable and a joy to work with."
Anthony R.
PIO RAFEL, MD
"Thank you for your trust! Looking forward to working with you again soon."
— Happy Client