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Your brand has a great product. The visuals just aren't saying that yet. I build the visual world your brand lives in and I make sure it performs. Whether you need a campaign that stops people mid-scroll, a brand identity that feels like a world rather than a logo, or Meta ads that convert without looking like ads, I bring a filmmaker's eye to every brief. A decade directing campaigns for Absa, Nedbank and DStv taught me what makes something feel high production, intentional and worth remembering. That same instinct is what I bring to every brand world, campaign image and performance creative I produce. What I do: — Brand world development. Visual identity, campaign imagery, product photography, mood and texture. Everything your brand needs to feel like something. — Performance creative for Meta and Instagram. Static ads, carousel creative, UGC-style content and direct response copy. Built to convert. Designed to not look like everything else. — Campaign creative direction. From brief to execution. I find the human truth inside your product and build creative around that not around templates. The vision, the taste and the storytelling are human. The execution is fast. 100% Job Success. Top Rated on Upwork. If your brand deserves creative that actually does it justice, let's connect.

I’m a Social Media Manager and Head of Marketing with experience leading full-scope marketing initiatives for growing brands across ecommerce, consumer products, and digital platforms. My work focuses on building structured social media systems that go beyond simply posting content. I help brands develop consistent content strategies, manage active communities, and create social media ecosystems that support brand visibility, engagement, and measurable growth. I bring a balance of both the creative and analytical sides of marketing. On the creative side, I enjoy developing content ideas, writing engaging captions, coordinating short-form video, and maintaining a consistent brand voice across platforms. On the analytical side, I monitor performance metrics such as engagement rates, CTR, reach, and conversion signals to continuously optimize campaigns and improve results. Alongside managing social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X, I have also led broader marketing functions — including campaign strategy, brand positioning, content architecture, and performance analysis — ensuring that social media aligns with wider business objectives. What I bring to brands: • Social media strategy and platform management • Creative content planning and storytelling • Community engagement and audience interaction • Short-form video and visual content coordination • Performance tracking and analytics-based optimization • Alignment between organic social, brand messaging, and business goals • Structured content calendars and publishing systems As Head of Marketing for consumer-facing brands, I’m comfortable balancing both strategy and execution — ensuring that marketing efforts are not only creative, but also driven by data and clear business outcomes. If you’re looking for someone who can manage social media professionally while combining creativity with performance-driven insights, I’d love to connect.

Looking to turn your brand’s online presence from “meh” to WOW? You’re in the right place! Why work with me? • Boosted engagement by 53% for a leading fashion brand. • Built an active online community that truly connects and converts. • Grew a TikTok page to 100k+ followers in under a year, viral content and smart strategies, all day! • Took an Instagram account from 17k to 50k+ followers. • Verified TikTok creator, with a personal following of over 100k, I know what works on the platform. Ready to amplify your digital footprint? Let’s connect and make your brand unforgettable

Why I'm THE Creative Strategist you've been looking for: 💰 I’ve developed content that's generated $100m+ for my clients across my 12 years in creative direction and content strategy 🔭 My work has garnered 3 billion+ lifetime views (212 million views on one video is my record, without spending a cent on ads) 🥦 I co-founded a wellness content startup that was acquired for 7-figures by a Hollywood media group (producing 1000+ long-form content assets a year with a remote team of 5, long before AI) 🎥 I served as Chief Content Officer for said Hollywood group, operating across music, film, TV, advertising, gaming and wellness (creative campaigns for titles like Stranger Things, John Wick, Yellow Brick Cinema and Assassin’s Creed) 🚀 I own and operate a creative studio that’s hosted TVCs, advertising campaigns, short films, and series for brands like Netflix, Adidas, Ford and N24 (the studio is where I help you bring your creative content vision to life) ✨ I run a newsletter and YouTube channel specializing in creative AI where I teach 6,000+ creatives how to leverage gen AI in their creative workflow (Covering 50+ gen AI tools including ChatGPT Pro, Make, Midjourney, Firefly, Runway, Kling) You can find links to various projects in my portfolio. 😅 SO ENOUGH ABOUT ME Let’s talk about you. You have a business that is thriving. You’ve already seen growth through your content – you have a fast-growing audience, a decent to strong brand, and a business that is on the tipping point of much bigger things. But something’s missing. You know that in order to hit that tipping point, you need content that truly matches the vision you have for your business. You want to tell real, compelling stories of your brand that match that vision. You fully realise AI is transforming creativity and content development, but you’re overwhelmed trying to create an AI roadmap that makes sense for both your business and your people. You want to capitalise on the massive opportunity it represents, but do it in a way that aligns with your vision and business goals. You can FEEL your brand is on the verge of skyrocketing, but the stories you're sharing are not quite at the level they need to be to reach your brand's tipping point. If you’re hitting a roadblock trying to scale your brand’s story, I might be the Creative Director you’ve been looking for. I'm here to help you craft a creative content strategy that grows your business. Together, we'll create a forward-thinking content strategy with tangible goals to grow your reach from month 1. No fluff, just clear performance KPIs backed by a creative strategy and content development that tells your unique story at scale. 🎨 AS YOUR CREATIVE DIRECTOR, I'LL HELP YOU: • Refine & elevate your brand storytelling so it resonates deeply with your audience. • Scale content production without losing quality or authenticity. • Empower your team by integrating the right AI tools and workflows to save countless hours. • Scale the growth of your business through a scalable and forward-thinking content strategy. 🪄 CREATIVE SERVICES AT A GLANCE: • AI-Infused Content Strategy: comprehensive editorial calendars, multi-channel storytelling, and brand messaging guides. • Creative Content Production: articles, blog posts, ad campaigns, social media copy, email campaigns, video scripts, podcast outlines—whatever your audience loves. I’ll find a way to improve your metrics. • Filmmaking, Visual Stories & Brand Design: From concept mood boards to gen AI art direction to final design assets that align perfectly with your message. The more creative your story, the better. • AI Tool Training & Integration: Tailored recommendations, automations, process docs, and hands-on sessions for your in-house team. The goal is to empower your people, not replace them. 🚀 READY TO SUPERCHARGE YOUR CREATIVE CONTENT STRATEGY? If you’re aiming to produce top-tier content at scale—without sacrificing the heart and soul of your brand—let’s chat. I’d love to learn about your vision and see how we can push your brand to new heights. To get started, schedule a free 30min consultation where we can discuss your creative vision and how I may be able to help skyrocket your brand 🚀

Results based Creative Strategist for Website Ads and Social Media, I don't just get you views and likes. CONVERSION. ✔️ Content creation (AI Ads, Graphic Post, Reels, Youtube Shorts, TikTok etc) ✔️ Content planning and strategy ✔️ Content Repurposing (Send me your old content & I will optimize it to fit in with the current social media trends. This includes short clips for Reels, Carousels etc) ✔️ SEO and viral content research ✔️ Email marketing ✔️ Community management ✔️ Affiliate & Influencer marketing ✔️ Ecommerce and Shopify brands I am a content creator specializing in carousels, emails and short form content on Youtube, Tiktok and Instagram. I strike a good balance at being both highly creative, but also rigorously analytical. I pride myself in being very results-oriented by channeling my strong passion for helping people and brands elevate their presence through translating their values and vision into tangible social media marketing strategies and highly targeted copy and messaging. As a natural extrovert, I enjoy working in teams and collaborating to meet common goals in a manner that is engaging and uplifting. I’m also an avid lifelong learner who is always excited to learn from others and grow. My interests: internet culture, travel, health, wellness and food content.