Married By Ana - Wedding Officiant & Notary Public
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About
I am a California wedding officiant, bilingual in English and Spanish, with over 3 years of experience creating meaningful ceremonies.
Whether you’re planning a full wedding ceremony, vow renewal, commitment ceremony, or a simple “sign and go” marriage, I offer flexible, customized services to fit your vision.
I create personalized scripts that reflect your unique love story and include the words, traditions, and tone that feel right for you, so your ceremony is smooth, heartfelt, and memorable.
I work one-on-one with each couple, and my availability is flexible to accommodate your schedule.
If you’re ready to start planning your ceremony, let’s connect and talk about how we can make your special day truly yours.
Overview
Hired 139 times
Serves Riverside, CA
Background checked
1 employee
11 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon4:00 pm - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2025
2023
Services offered
Type of ceremony
Service type (affiliation)
Christian
Catholic
Jewish
Muslim
Need help writing vows?
I can work with couples who need help writing vows
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.
Exceptional 5.0
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Saida C.
Jul 9, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
There truly aren't enough words to express how incredible Ana was. From our very first conversation to the moment she pronounced us husband and wife, she poured her heart into every detail of our ceremony. She took the time to get to know our story and created a ceremony that felt deeply personal, genuine, and completely us.
The moment Ana began speaking, all of our nerves disappeared. Her calm, reassuring presence made us feel like we were the only two people in the world, even surrounded by all of our family and friends. She created such a peaceful and intimate atmosphere that allowed us to fully embrace one of the most important moments of our lives.
Ana has the kindest, most genuine energy. She kept everyone engaged with warmth and sincerity, and her patience, professionalism, and attention to every detail were beyond anything we could have imagined.
Our guests are still talking about how beautiful and meaningful our ceremony was, and that's all because of Ana. She didn't just officiate our wedding—she made it unforgettable. We are forever grateful for the love and care she poured into our day.
If you're looking for an officiant who truly cares about your love story and will make your ceremony feel personal, heartfelt, and unforgettable, Ana is the one. We cannot recommend her enough. Thank you, Ana, for giving us a memory we'll cherish forever. ❤️
Ana was a pleasure to work with. From our first call, I could tell she was the correct person to officiate my ceremony. She took the time to personalize my ceremony and provided it in two languages, English and Spanish. She is also a girls girl. She made sure my dress was pulled up, she helped with the after ceremony photoshoot, she mingled with my guests, and made the sweetest video of my wedding event and shared it with me. She's awesome. Such a special officiant.
Details: Wedding • Catholic • 21 - 50 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • Spanish • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Elyse M.
May 2, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ana was an amazing officiant—we couldn’t have asked for better. She made our ceremony feel so personal, meaningful, and smooth from start to finish. Her calm presence and beautiful delivery meant everything to us, and our guests loved her too. We’re so grateful to have had her be part of our day!
Details: Wedding • Catholic • 51 - 100 guests • Help writing vows will not be needed • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Ellen C.
May 9, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ana is amazing and I am so glad we chose her. When I first spoke with her, I was so impressed with the way she spoke and the way she made me feel so comfortable discussing the ceremony. We had the most beautiful ceremony and Ana's sense of humor was so quick and made us laugh when we had a suprising moment in the ceremony.
She is such a gem. You will not be disappointed if you chose Ana!
Details: Elopement • Christian • 20 guests or fewer • I'm flexible • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Maricruz L.
Mar 28, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ana was very professional, on time and easy to work with. We planned this wedding in 2 weeks and hiccups were inevitable but she was still able to make it look smooth as if we had rehearsed. She went above and beyond crafting the speech for the bride and groom and making sure to get key details that highlight their journey together. Overall the ceremony was beautiful, we will keep Ana as a contact for any future needs, totally recommend 10/10.
Details: Wedding • Non-religious (no mention of God) • 51 - 100 guests • I'm flexible • English • Officiant will not be needed at the rehearsal
Wedding Officiant
Credentials
Background Check
Ana Builes
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The notary fees are standard but there are travel fees depending on where customer is located and the urgency of the visit (late nights, Sunday nights, right away, etc.)
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Call the customer and ask fact-finding questions to better access their needs. Schedule an appointment and perform the notary services.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Training and test certification every 4 years. Background, fingerprints and filing paperwork with the state/county.
