Barbara Contreras
Santa Barbara
Summary
Client-focused professional experienced in delivering personalized service to affluent families and enhancing luxury client experiences. Pursuing interior design coursework while gaining hands-on experience in luxury styling, with a keen appreciation for craftsmanship, materials, and timeless design. Bilingual in English and Spanish, known for strong organizational skills and a commitment to creating beautiful environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Household Assistant
Private Family Employer
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Provide personalized support within a private household while maintaining the highest level of professionalism, trust, and discretion.
- Coordinate daily schedules, household organization, errands, and family logistics.
- Build meaningful relationships through attentive service and proactive communication.
- Adapt quickly to changing priorities while maintaining a polished and welcoming presence.
- Assist with children's care while supporting the overall organization and flow of the household.
Luxury Styling Studio Assistant
Private Family Employer
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Organized and presented luxury clothing collections to enhance visual appeal and client engagement.
- Supported client styling appointments, ensuring personalized and memorable experiences in high-end boutique.
- Develop an eye for luxury fabrics, silhouettes, color palettes, craftsmanship, and presentation.
- Assist in the organization and presentation of luxury clothing collections.
- Maintained refined client experience through meticulous attention to detail and thoughtful service.
Patient Scheduler
Pubelo Radiology Medical Group
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2025 - 05.2026
- Scheduled advanced imaging appointments while coordinating with physicians and patients.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Communicated complex medical information clearly and compassionately in both English and Spanish.
- Managed confidential patient information with accuracy and professionalism.
- Balanced multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
Caregiver/Private Personal Assistant
BrightStar Care/ Private Families
Santa Barbara, CA
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Coordinated schedules, appointments, medications, and documentation to enhance client care.
- Fostered trusted relationships with clients through consistent, compassionate support.
- Coordinated outings, transportation, and daily activities.
- Ensured confidentiality and organization of detailed records for effective client management.
Education
Westmont College
Santa Barbara, CAAssociate of Arts - Interior Design
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA01.2029
Skills
- Inventory coordination
- Administrative tasks
- Marketing support
- Scheduling expertise
- Studio management
- Creative direction
- Client rapport
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Private Household Assistant
Private Family Employer
01.2025 - Current
Luxury Styling Studio Assistant
Private Family Employer
01.2025 - Current
Patient Scheduler
Pubelo Radiology Medical Group
01.2025 - 05.2026
Caregiver/Private Personal Assistant
BrightStar Care/ Private Families
01.2023 - 01.2025
Westmont College
Associate of Arts - Interior Design
Santa Barbara City College