Rachel Gorgas

- resident photographer and professional editor via Adobe software (Photoshop & Lightroom) for the firm's website i.e. attorney headshots - writes, edits, and proofreads attorney bios and practice group descriptions - assists in drafting and submitting RFPs and surveys - drafts, designs, & circulates emails through Constant Contact (e.g., Daily Appellate Reports) - creates designs on Adobe Photoshop and Canva for Marketing collateral i.e. PowerPoints, Flyers, Social Media - updates firm’s website with necessary adjustments such as firm graphics, writing, & marketing collateral - administers market research and online research for prospects and client opportunities -assists with CLEs, event planning, job fairs, audits, and updates to firm portals -contribute to submissions for legal directories, awards, and industry publications -produces marketing materials including CVs, presentations, business cards, and email signatures successfully completed projects: - led development of new company website & oversaw the build from concept through launch, including vendor selection within firm's budget, created wireframe design via Photoshop, updated attorney headshots as resident photographer -coordinated with web developer on structure and design, functionality and coding, implemented updates in CMS and integrated majority of site content, including photos and graphics - assisted Cannabis Law practice group in marketing strategies and social media reach, including branding and graphics -film, produce, and edit multiple video tutorials to assist attorneys and legal assistants on online software - led in-house job outreach and recruitment on LinkedIn Recruiter & Indeed from August 2022 to May 2024 - oversaw scheduling and facilitation of firm-wide virtual meetings, including monthly meetings and post-meeting follow-up communications - coordinated logistics for attorney meetings (i.e., depositions, pitch meetings, mediations, client reservations)

Portrait photographer with experience capturing maternity, engagements, senior portraits, professional headshots and lifestyle branding. Please note: the photos shared here represent a small selection of my work. They’re intended as a snapshot to give a sense of my style and range, not a comprehensive portfolio.

- Created digital content for Benjamin Asher Productions, a party production company located in San Diego & the greater San Diego area - Employed Adobe Photoshop, Canva, Lightroom, & Photography skills for social media platforms - Coordinated with clients and photographers to procure digital content

- Conducted due diligence sheets & expense reports - Booked travel arrangements & itineraries for employees - Arranged Global Entry documents for employees - Managed budget accruals

Featured in the Junior Achievement centennial documentary surrounding entrepreneurs.

- Co-founded job position to mentor Junior Achievement business students during student competitions - Annually attended the JA National Student Leadership Summit for a week in June 2016 & June 2017 - Presented speeches, conducted interviews with business professionals, delivered letters to congressmen and women - Ran JA social media accounts, filmed the annual NSLS highlight video, utilized photography skills

Gladeo helps young students discover their hobbies and passions and how they can transform them into a reliable career. "Gladeo is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, offering youth and adults programs that connect them to the professional world. We are dedicated to inspiring and helping people achieve their best career path through the delivery of innovative programs that utilize design, video storytelling, social media, and information technology." Head Creator for the Gladeo League, a college internship team. Oversees all creative content for Gladeo.

Honored at the White House for National Entrepreneurship Month Competed in the Junior Achievement NSLS competition and won first place awarded with the title, "JA Company of the Year" Won first place in the Regional JA competition Won first place in JA Quick Pitch 2015 competition Managed employees and overlooked the tasks of employees Conducted team meetings and reported the latest updates Wrote annual reports, contacted leaders and mentors for support, sent out emails Communicated concepts to the app developing team

Worked as a cashier at the Nest, a student-driven cafe at Canyon Crest Academy high school.

Provost Honors throughout education