Web Design & SEO2026
Web Designer & Developer
Palm Court Apartments, El Paso, TX
Designed and developed the Palm Court Apartments website using Lovable, incorporating SEO content, local search strategy, and historic property storytelling.
Jessie Recendez · Marketing Guy
Stories people remember, told through a lens.
Communications and visual media professional based in Pomona, CA — photography, photojournalism, social media, and digital marketing that turns quiet moments into engaging stories.
About Me
Creative, determined, and always curious.
I enjoy learning new things and challenging myself to grow. I earned my Communication degree from Cal Poly Pomona, and college became an important part of my personal journey. It helped me become more confident communicating with others and overcome many of the challenges I faced because of my speech impediment.
Another important part of my journey has been my weight-loss transformation, going from 270 pounds to around 195 pounds. It taught me the importance of consistency, discipline, patience, and believing in myself even when progress takes time.
Outside of my career, I’m a huge football and baseball fan, especially cheering for the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Dodgers. I also enjoy theme parks, movies, music, photography, working out, exploring technology and digital marketing, and taking on creative projects.
One of the biggest parts of my life is my Doberman, Tyson, who I’m proud to call my dog and companion. I’m always looking for new experiences, new things to learn, and opportunities to keep improving while enjoying the things that make me who I am.
B.A..
Communication — Photojournalism, Cal Poly Pomona
4+
Years of event & media experience
3
Certifications: HubSpot AEO, Google Data Analytics, Semrush
30+
Skills across photo, content & marketing
Work & Experience
Best work, where I've been
Research & Marketing Analysis2026
Lead Researcher
Cal Poly Pomona
Senior capstone research project analyzing how DraftKings and PrizePicks use social media, television, and billboard marketing to influence gambling perception and behavior — using qualitative content analysis of written, visual, and digital materials.
Social Media & ContentMar 2026 – May 2026
Social Media Assistant Intern
Gutierrez Law Firm & Galeria Yasmine
Created photography and video content for business, promotional, and social media use, supported website design, and maintained the organizations' digital presence across online channels.
Photojournalism2024
Photojournalism Intern
The Poly Post, Cal Poly Pomona
Photographed events and subjects for Cal Poly Pomona's student paper, conducted interviews, and developed written and visual stories for publication. See the published work at thepolypost.com/author/jrecendez.
Event MarketingJan 2019 – Dec 2023
Event Coordinator
JAVIsounds Entertainment, San Gabriel Valley
Coordinated event logistics from setup through execution, promoted company services, created and distributed marketing materials, and managed social media to engage prospective customers.
PhotographyOngoing
Volunteer Photographer
Cal Poly Pomona Boxing Club
Photographed practices, matches, and club events for archival, promotional, and social media use — visual content supporting the club's communications and online presence.
PhotographyOngoing
Volunteer Photographer
W.K. Kellogg Arabian Horse Center
Photographed events, horses, and activities for archival, promotional, and social media use — visual content supporting the center's communications and online presence.
Education
B.A. Communication — Photojournalism, Cal Poly Pomona (2024)
A.S. Communication, Mt. San Antonio College (2020)
Certifications
Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) — HubSpot Academy (2026)
Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate — Google (2026)
Getting Started with Semrush — Semrush Academy (2026)
Core Skills
A full toolkit, from shutter to search results.
Photography & Visual Media
PhotographyPhotojournalismEvent PhotographyVideographyVisual StorytellingCompositionLightingDSLR & Mirrorless Cameras
Content & Communications
Social Media ManagementContent CreationInterviewingWriting & EditingDigital CommunicationsEvent Coordination
Digital Marketing & Analytics
SEOKeyword ResearchCompetitive AnalysisSite AuditsAnswer Engine Optimization (AEO)Data AnalysisData Visualization
Tools
Adobe LightroomAdobe PhotoshopCanvaCapCutSemrushGoogle AnalyticsMicrosoft OfficeGoogle Calendar
Contact
Let's make something worth remembering.
Send me a message here, or reach me directly at jessman27@icloud.com or 909-678-4078.
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