Jessica Mananquil

San Francisco State University Alumna | Events and Marketing Manager for Barracuda Sushi

San Francisco Bay Area

About

I am a recent graduate of San Francisco State University with a degree in Communications and minors in Education and Media Literacy. Additionally, I have an Associates Degree in Journalism. I am an experienced professional with a background in news writing, marketing, social media management, event planning, retail management, and fulfillment operations. In addition, I have gained valuable administrative and organizational skills through my role as an Accounting Administrative Assistant at Anchor Realty, where I support financial processes and day-to-day operations. My strengths include organization, problem solving, and communication, which allow me to coordinate projects seamlessly and ensure that both customer-facing and internal operations run smoothly. I thrive in collaborative environments and I enjoy bringing ideas to life in ways that connect people and drive results. I am driven by a passion for creating meaningful experiences, building genuine connections, and supporting my teams. My goal is to cultivate relationships and experiences that leave a positive and lasting impact on both myself and others.

Experience

  • Event Manager at Barracuda Sushi
    Apr 2026 - Present · 4 mos

    • Plan and execute a diverse calendar of events (e.g., trivia nights, live music, sushi-making classes, and community mixers) to drive engagement and revenue • Develop and implement marketing strategies, including social media content and promotions, to increase event visibility and brand awareness • Coordinate all event logistics and collaborate with staff to ensure seamless execution and an exceptional guest experience

  • Administrative Assistant at Anchor Realty
    May 2025 - Dec 2025 · 8 mos

    Prepared monthly property reports under strict deadlines, ensuring property owners received timely updates on financial and maintenance matters. Maintained organized filing systems, processed incoming mail, and handled document management. Accurately managed data entry, document uploads, and record maintenance using Appfolio. Assisted with bookkeeping functions, including invoice processing and payments.

  • San Francisco State University ()
    • Resident Assistant
      Aug 2024 - Jun 2025 · 11 mos

      As a Resident Assistant, I serve as a supportive resource for residents, fostering a positive and inclusive community within the residence hall. My role involves facilitating communication between residents and staff, organizing events and activities that promote engagement, and ensuring a safe and respectful living environment. I assist with conflict resolution, address residents' concerns, and enforce university policies while offering guidance and support. Additionally, I help create a sense of belonging by building relationships and providing leadership opportunities for residents to grow personally and academically.

    • Front Desk Assistant
      Jan 2023 - May 2025 · 2 yrs 5 mos

      Assist residents with any concerns they may have whether that be a lockout, noise complaints, or a facilities request Process mail and packages and organize on shelves in the most efficient way possible to then issue to residents Check student IDs to ensure resident safety

  • Fulfillment Associate at Target
    Jul 2020 - May 2024 · 3 yrs 11 mos

    Processing online orders for both pickup and delivery accurately and efficiently to ensure timely delivery Prep and pack orders to guarantee products arrive intact and satisfactory Work in a fast-paced environment while helping customers in-store with their needs

  • Assistant Retail Manager at BoxLunch
    Oct 2021 - Jun 2022 · 9 mos

    Train new employees on all operations including cashiering, zoning, and customer service Perform returns and exchanges to ensure customer satisfaction Arrange the store to better enhance visuals and trending products that will draw in customers to the store Organize shipment to then efficiently push out product Help customers find products that best suit their needs and interest