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🏆 Top 1% of talent on Upwork ✉️ 1M+ qualified leads delivered 📈 2M+ transactions influenced 🧠 $500K+ in ad spend managed globally 💰 $10M+ in customer revenue generated 💎 Worked with 50+ companies worldwide What if you could build a system that turns every $1 into $3… $5… even $10? That’s the power of well-executed Facebook and Instagram ads — when done right. But for most businesses, that’s not the reality. Instead, they’re stuck with broken funnels, high CPLs, and ad campaigns that feel like guesswork. Agencies overpromise. Freelancers disappear. And despite spending money, the leads are cold, or worse — don’t show up at all. That’s where I come in. Hi, I’m Faraz — a performance marketer, funnel builder, and Facebook/Instagram ads expert based in Dallas, Texas. I didn’t start out as an expert. Back in 2019, I took a gap year and launched my first blog — it flopped. Then I built a perfume brand. Spent $6,000 on Facebook ads. No sales. Another failure. But those failures taught me what no course ever could. In 2022, I went all in. Started freelancing. Worked with real clients. Launched real campaigns. Saw real results. Since then, I’ve helped 50+ brands — from eCom stores to local businesses — generate consistent leads, sales, and booked appointments using Facebook and Instagram ads. What I bring to the table: ✔️ Scroll-stopping ad copy and creative ✔️ Targeting and retargeting that gets results ✔️ Funnels that actually convert ✔️ Offer positioning that attracts real buyers ✔️ CRM, email and SMS automation ✔️ Strategy that lowers CPL and increases ROAS I don’t just build ads. I build full ad systems that bring in leads and sales on autopilot. Who this is for: ✅ Small to medium businesses ready to scale ✅ Coaches and consultants looking to book more calls ✅ Service providers who want more qualified leads ✅ Ecom brands struggling with ROAS or scaling ✅ Founders with a real ad budget and long-term mindset ✅ People who know ads are not magic — but when done right, they work Who this is not for: ❌ Businesses with $50 budgets expecting 100x returns ❌ People looking for cheap freelancers and instant results ❌ Clients who panic after 2 days of running ads ❌ Anyone not open to testing, learning, and improving --- Why clients trust me: ⭐️ “One of the smartest marketers I’ve worked with — our calendar was full within 10 days.” – Adam ⭐️ “Faraz doesn’t just run ads. He builds the whole system — ads, copy, funnel, CRM. Seamless.” – Steve ⭐️ “He actually listened, delivered fast, and gave me real results. No fluff.” – Kristen Want to test me out before committing? 📩 Message me here on Upwork and I’ll send over a quick action plan. Let’s build something that scales, Faraz Mushtaq aka The Batman of Marketing

💸 $150𝗠+ 𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱, via financial models, business plans & investor decks 🏆 Fractional CFO & financial consultant 🚀 250+ Websites Built (Wordpress & Shopify) 📈 PPC/SEO + funnels tied to CAC/LTV 📝 Published author | 500+ articles & investor communications 🏆 Business Owner 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 $160,000 MRR 🎓 Purdue | Oklahoma State | Cambridge 🌍 Lived on 3 continents, traveled to 40+ countries. Explore my portfolio and samples below, to view the full range of my services and expertise! I’m a seasoned business financial consultant and published author (Misogyny Across Global Media, Rowman & LittleField) with a proven track record of guiding ventures to sustainable growth. Across my three successful companies, I’ve led sales and marketing strategies that secured millions in revenue, crafted impactful pitch decks, and helped raise $150M+ in funding. I also won a monetary prize at Missouri Startup Weekend, pitching to high-profile CEOs from Zapier, Equipmentshare, and HeliumVR. From targeted digital social media marketing, SEO, and lead generation to comprehensive business planning, my efforts have consistently driven measurable growth and boosted brand recognition. As an author, I also write eBooks, blogs, articles, investor letters, press releases, and business plans. My writing experience crosses technical & creative boundaries, being a published author writing about social causes, but also business & finance. 🎓 Education 1. BSc in Finance, Purdue University 2. Minor Computer Science, Oklahoma State University 3. International Studies, University of Cambridge, England 🚀 My Services 1: Creative & Technical Writing: As a published author, I excel at articulating complex ideas clearly and persuasively. Business Writing, CopyWriting, GhostWriting, Ebooks, Document Preparation all fall within my area of expertise. 2: Financial Modeling & Projections: Developing detailed financial models to forecast revenue, expenses, and cash flow. 3: Business Plans Consulting: Crafting customized, investor-focused business plans. Highlighting market opportunities, financial viability, and growth strategies. 4: Sales & Marketing: Developing & executing sales strategies that drive revenue growth. Crafting social media & PPC marketing campaigns that enhance brand visibility & customer engagement. Implementing SEO, sales & business development and lead generation techniques. 5: Pitch Presentation Design: Engaging, investor-ready pitch decks. Integrating financials, strategic insights, & key metrics to capture investor interest. 6: Content Creation for Marketing, that drives engagement and builds brand identity. This includes graphic design, video editing, and logo design 💼 Work Experience 1: As an executive of Byte Advisory, I lead a multidisciplinary team specializing in Business & Financial Consulting, Social Media Marketing, and Web & Mobile Development. 2: I also founded Software Solution International, a company specializing in Trademark Registrations and Ebooks, set to achieve $1 million in revenue in 2024. 3. Published Author: Misogyny Across Global Media, Published by Rowman & Littlefield Being a published author showcases my ability to engage with diverse audiences. My writing experience extends to nearly every industry, emphasizing my versatility. 4. Previously, as a Senior Financial Analyst at ACV, a multinational holding company operating across the US, the UK, Dubai and Europe, I spearheaded global financial strategies. Collaborating directly with founders, executives, and management teams, I transformed complex consolidated financial data into actionable insights that aligned business operations with financial goals. 5. Additionally, I took on the role of Project Manager, overseeing the development of internal systems to track KPIs & enhance operational efficiency. My key differentiator is my holistic approach—I don’t just deliver numbers; I provide clarity & structure to businesses. I currently serve as an independent Consultant to ACV, to aid in business growth, & sales strategy. 6. For years, I’ve successfully bridged finance & technology. Years ago, as the Director of Investments at an innovative Regulation D Startup Investment Fund, I co-led teams across UI/UX design, software engineering, and data analysis to gather & assess millions of data points, across several data sets. We stress-tested our product with more than two decades of historical data, benchmarking it against inflation, the S&P 500, Gold, and Treasury Bonds. Our efforts were recognized when we won a monetary prize at Missouri Startup Weekend. We successfully pitched to high-profile CEOs from companies like Equipmentshare, Zappier, and HeliumVR. I've successfully helped businesses secure funding, optimize operations, and achieve significant growth. I bridge the gap between complex financial analysis, strategic implementation, and effective communication. 🤝 Let’s Connect

Need SEO content that actually sounds human and gets published on time? I help businesses scale blog and content output through AI-assisted workflows combined with manual editing and refinement, meaning you get content faster, cleaner, and more consistently than with traditional freelance writing. - No robotic AI filler. - No missed deadlines. - No bloated agency pricing. Just structured, readable content built to rank, engage readers, and support real business growth. Over the past year, I’ve worked across SEO blogs, business content, UX copy, and marketing assets while building streamlined content systems designed for speed, consistency, and scalability. Currently: ✔️ Top Rated on Upwork ✔️ Multiple long-term client relationships ✔️ Former Lead Copywriter at Kings Works ✔️ Experience writing for business, real estate, service, and digital-focused brands What I Specialize In: ✔️ SEO Blog Content Search-optimized articles designed to rank while still sounding natural and readable. ✔️ AI-Assisted Content Systems I use AI strategically for research, structuring, formatting, and workflow efficiency while manually refining every deliverable for tone, readability, and flow. ✔️ Website & UX Copy Clear website messaging, onboarding flows, landing pages, and digital experiences designed to reduce friction and improve clarity. ✔️ Scalable Content Support Consistent blog and marketing content for businesses that need reliable output without hiring a full-time internal content team. Why Clients Hire Me: ⚡ Fast turnaround without sacrificing quality ⚡ Human-refined AI workflows that scale efficiently ⚡ Clean communication and reliable delivery ⚡ Content structured for both SEO and readability ⚡ Flexible systems adaptable across industries and niches Most freelancers either: - write slowly - rely fully on generic AI output - or require constant management I built systems that eliminate all three problems. The result is content that is: - faster to produce - easier to scale - cleaner to read - and more reliable for businesses publishing consistently If you need dependable SEO-focused content without babysitting freelancers or agencies, send me a message and let’s see if we’re a fit 🤝

🏆 5+ years of experience – Expert Email Marketer 📩 200M+ total emails sent 💰 $30M+ in attributable revenue generated 📈 100+ clients in 20+ industries 🚀 Worked with 10 8-figure brands I have helped 100+ DTC brands turn Klaviyo email marketing into their highest-revenue channel - generating $30M+ in attributable email revenue over 5+ years, across 20+ industries, with 200M+ emails sent. I do the work myself, I price it fairly, and I only commit to results I am confident I can deliver. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "This is quality work. A lot of other people talk, but it seems like they don't have an idea of what they’re really talking about... Matt provided a lot of actionable insights that we could get started on and helped refine our email strategy." – Rick, Co-Founder of Rest. com If you are ready to make Klaviyo email marketing your most profitable channel, send me a message or book a consultation directly from my profile. Every engagement starts with a free Klaviyo audit. Notable clients include: * Rest. com * Theradome * Giordano's * Dr. Kellyann * Erika Kullberg * Caleb Hammer * Hank’s Belts * Omnilux * Unbound Merino * Mito Red Light * Sauna Space * Nature M.D. * Darn Good Yarn 𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗦: - $2.9M in email revenue for a DTC leather goods brand through rebuilt Klaviyo flows and conversion-focused email copywriting - $1.3M in 30 days from Klaviyo campaigns for an 8-figure men's leather goods brand during Black Friday and holiday season - $748K in 90 days for a red light therapy brand through educational Klaviyo email campaigns and new flow architecture - $86K in 43 days from a standing desk brand that had $0 in Klaviyo revenue before the engagement - 57% of total store revenue attributed to email and SMS marketing for a 7-figure sleepwear brand - $30M+ in attributable email revenue generated across the full client portfolio ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Matthew did outstanding work on this project. Got up to speed on our brand extremely quickly, and immediately elevated our email creative and messaging." – Daniel Gilland, Director of Ecommerce, Giordano's 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗞 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗘𝗠𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗦 I build and manage email marketing programs using the tools that high-growth DTC brands rely on: - Email and SMS platforms: Klaviyo, Attentive, Postscript, Sendlane, Braze, Ominsend - Email design: Figma, Klaviyo native editor - Lead generation and list growth: Alia Popups - Reviews and retention: Okendo, Smile, LOOX - Project management: Slack, ClickUp, Basecamp, Asana These tools power every stage of the email marketing funnel - from lead generation and list building through flow automation, campaign execution, and revenue attribution inside Klaviyo. 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗦𝗘𝗧𝗦 𝗠𝗬 𝗘𝗠𝗔𝗜𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗔𝗖𝗛 𝗔𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧 If you're here, it's probably because: 👉 You're barely breaking even from your paid acquisition 👉 You feel like your business is missing out on tons of retention revenue from email and SMS 👉 You feel like you're not scaling as fast as you should be Well, after doing email marketing for 5+ years, generating $30M+ in client revenue, and working with 100+ clients (many of them being 8-figure brands)... I realized that there are many more ways you can retain your customers to get them to come back and shop with you than just using email marketing... That's where the ACR Framework was born. It goes beyond Klaviyo flows and email campaigns to address where each brand actually is in their retention maturity - and what they specifically need to move to the next stage of growth. Here's a broad overview of how it works: ✅ Advanced Content Calendar Strategies that will get more subscribers to open your emails (which applies to virtually all industries) ✅ Secret Flow Strategies and Tactics that can help you make up to 25% of your total revenue on autopilot ✅ Creative, On-Brand Copywriting that gets your reader's attention and makes them eager to shop ✅ Secret sales channels 99% of businesses aren't using that can add 5-10% to your MRR ✅ Lifecycle Marketing Tactics for a better idea of the entire customer journey ✅ Advanced Reporting to track business KPI's you're likely missing ✅ Not Well-Known Email/SMS Strategies that boost your overall growth ✅ Record-Breaking Product Launch Strategies ✅ List Growth Strategies for quality leads ‼️ 𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗘 𝗠𝗘 𝗜𝗙 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗡𝗘𝗘𝗗 ‼️ - Klaviyo email marketing that generates 30-50% of your total store revenue - Email flows and campaigns built, written, and managed by one person who owns the results - An email copywriter who understands DTC brand voice and conversion psychology - A Klaviyo audit that shows you exactly where your retention revenue is leaking - Email and SMS marketing that works together as a single, compounding retention engine If you want Klaviyo email marketing that makes your business more profitable without spending more on ads - send me a message. Every engagement starts with a free audit.

I am a Chicago-based sales and marketing professional with experience creating content for the travel, food, and manufacturing industries. I have written copy for websites, newsletters, technical material, and other assets to generate sales leads and engage new customers. I have developed strategies for all content across several dozen product lines. As a freelancer, I've created hundreds of blog posts and landing pages for companies in the travel and food industry and have a proven track record of creating engaging and useful content for satisfied clients in a collaborative setting.

Technology Skills: -QuickBooks Online -Word Processing (Microsoft Word, Google Docs, Open Office) -Spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets) -Electronic Presentation (Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides) -Editing Software (Photoshop CC, Clip Studio Paint, Sketchbook) -Data Analysis (SPSS, SAS) -Translation Software (SDL Trados 2021, Omega Tool, Memsource Editor) -Subtitles Creation (SRT file export, Aegisub, Wondershare Filmora) Writing Skills: -Content Writing -Copy editing -Ghostwriting -Proofreading Association: -American Copy Editors Society (ACES) -AWAI Barefoot Writer -Psi Chi I aspire to build continuous relationships with my clients, so long-term projects are preferable. However, I am also agreeable to take short-term projects. My working hours are flexible from Monday to Friday, and I work on weekends for half-days. I am happy to cooperate as a team with other freelancers you may work with. I look forward to hearing from you!