Case File — Status: Open for Opportunities

Hello, I'm
Ruel.

A fresh Political Science graduate building a second career at the intersection of law, words, and design — currently taking on virtual assistant and paralegal work.

Ruel Christian A. Salvino

Ruel C. Salvino

Political Science, Magna Cum Laude

Graduated2025
InstitutionUniv. of Nueva Caceres
StatusPresident Lister
FocusLegal & Admin Support
Based inNaga City, PH
MAGNA
CUM LAUDE
★ 2025 ★
Exhibit A

Ruel, who?

The short version: a researcher and writer with a soft spot for design software and a stubborn attention to detail.

Ruel Christian A. Salvino
Ruel Christian A. Salvino

I'm a Magna Cum Laude Political Science graduate (University of Nueva Caceres, 2025) with hands-on legal exposure from a prosecutorial internship, and a track record in research, written communication, and administrative support.

From 2021 to 2025 I juggled coursework with building and testing my own capabilities on the side — staying efficient at work while keeping up my standing as a consistent honor student and President Lister.

"I combine a legal and governance foundation with AI tools, digital content production, and remote work systems — looking for a paralegal, legal VA, or admin role where that combination delivers real results."

Outside of work, you'll usually find me deep in a video edit, a manuscript, or a hiking trail — with a dog somewhere nearby.

Photo Editing Graphic Design Literature & Arts Hiking Dogs Law
Exhibit B

Skills on record

Everything logged here has been tested on a real deadline — not just listed for the sake of it.

§ Legal & Research

  • Case documentation
  • Legal research
  • Philippine criminal procedure
  • Analytical writing
  • Manuscript & document formatting

§ Productivity & Admin

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)
  • SOP documentation

§ Design & Content

  • Canva
  • CapCut
  • Video & photo editing
  • Graphic design

§ AI & Digital Tools

  • ChatGPT
  • Claude
  • Gemini
  • Generative image tools

§ Languages

  • English — Proficient (oral and written)
  • Filipino — Native

§ Soft Skills

  • Highly organized & a kind personality
  • Lifelong learner, highly responsive
  • Follows instructions well, works independently
  • Reliable timekeeping & takes initiative
  • Strong team player, clear communicator
Exhibit C

Case history

On the record, chronologically.

2020 – 2021

Video & Photo Editor (Freelance)

Self-employed, remote — delivered project-based video and photo editing for multiple clients, managing turnaround timelines, revision cycles, and creative briefs entirely self-directed.

Aug 2021 – 2025

Auditor & COMELEC Officer, APSS

Association of Political Science Students, University of Nueva Caceres — managed financial records and organizational transparency as Auditor (S/Y 2022–2023), then oversaw student government election conduct as COMELEC Officer (S/Y 2023–2024).

Aug – Oct 2024

Legal Intern / OJT, Provincial Prosecutor's Office

Camarines Sur, Philippines — assisted prosecutors in case documentation, legal research, and preparation of case files; drafted and organized case-related documents supporting active caseload management for multiple prosecutors.

2025

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Magna Cum Laude

University of Nueva Caceres — consistent honor student across all academic years; President's Lister (S/Y 2022–2023), Second Honor (S/Y 2023–2024, 2024–2025), and Multiple Qualifications Awardee 2025.

2026

Course Production Assistant (Contract, Project-Based)

Next Level Leadership Group, remote — developed and formatted online leadership training materials for a U.S.-based career coach, managing communication and deliverable timelines independently with zero revisions required by the client.

Exhibit D

Project gallery

A sampling of work across writing, editing, and design.

Graphic Designs

17 Pieces on File

Selected Canva work spanning legal marketing, seasonal campaigns, academic posters, and social templates.

Exhibit D-1
01 / 17

Legal Writing Samples

12 Pages on File

Drafted documents spanning criminal, civil, and property practice — a criminal Information, a demand letter, a Deed of Sale, and a Quitclaim & Release.

Exhibit D-2
01 / 12

Book Editing & Graphics

15 Pages on File

Manuscript formatting and cover design work — full book covers plus interior layout samples (title pages, TOC, chapters, and a before/after content edit).

Exhibit D-3
01 / 15

Coaching & Podcast Edits

3 Cuts on File

Short-form video edits — promo and highlight cuts built for social feeds and program marketing.

Exhibit D-4
01 / 03

Course Materials

Course Slides & Workbooks

Developed and formatted online leadership training materials for Next Level Leadership Group (2026), a U.S.-based career coach — delivering multiple modules on schedule with zero client revisions.

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Exhibit E

Certificates & credentials

Verified and on file.

University of Nueva Caceres diploma, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Magna Cum Laude
UNC

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

University of Nueva Caceres — Naga City

Conferred Magna Cum Laude, satisfying all requirements with all rights, privileges, and honors thereunto appertaining.

— Board of Trustees, June 27, 2025
Certificate of Completion, 200-hour internship, Office of the Provincial Prosecutor of Camarines Sur
DOJ

200-Hour Legal Internship

Office of the Provincial Prosecutor, Camarines Sur

Certificate of Completion for a 200-hour internship, National Prosecution Service, Department of Justice, Aug 27 – Oct 4, 2024.

— Naga City, October 7, 2024
Exhibit F

Sworn statements

On the record, from someone who's actually worked with him.

Final Exhibit

Let's file this case together.

Open to virtual assistant, paralegal, and legal-research work — as well as editing and design projects. Reach out and I'll respond quickly.

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