Johana Crespo
Long Beach
Summary
Experienced with urban design, zoning regulations, and community development. Utilizes strategic planning and stakeholder engagement to create sustainable urban environments. Knowledge of land use laws and environmental policies ensures compliance and effective project implementation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Cambrian Homecare
09.2024 - Current
- Managed time-sensitive tasks to support the well-being of a family member with Down syndrome.
- Adapted communication and problem-solving strategies to meet adjusting needs, demonstrating strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Housing Policy Intern
The Kennedy Commission
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Monitored City Council agendas across Orange County to track items and policies related to affordable housing.
- Developed comprehensive GIS community profiles for Orange County cities, compiling and analyzing data on affordable housing trends and statistics by using ArcGIS tools.
- Developed seven geospatial maps by geocoding amenity data near federal public land to illustrate its potential for affordable housing development.
Intern
Paramount City Hall
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Supported the City analyst on municipal housing projects, contributing to data collection, analysis, and administrative tasks.
- Conducted research and developed informative presentations for City council meetings.
Interior Design Assistant
Crespo Kitchen Cabinets
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with carpenters to design cabinet layouts, applying design principles and spatial analysis.
- Supported administrative staff by managing project documentation, budget expenditures, and appointments.
Education
B.A - Business Economics, Urban Studies, Geographic Information System (GIS) specialization
University of California, Irvine
06.2025
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish (spoken, written, and reading proficiency)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, ArcGIS software, and Canva
- Report Writing, Presentation Development, and Stakeholder Engagement
- Time management and organizational skills
- Team player with ability to work independently
- Community engagement
Timeline
Housing Policy Intern
The Kennedy Commission
04.2025 - 08.2025
Intern
Paramount City Hall
02.2025 - 04.2025
Caregiver
Cambrian Homecare
09.2024 - Current
Interior Design Assistant
Crespo Kitchen Cabinets
06.2022 - 09.2022
B.A - Business Economics, Urban Studies, Geographic Information System (GIS) specialization
University of California, Irvine