Hi there, I'm a digital marketing enthusiast dedicated to empowering small businesses and startup companies to reach their full potential. I understand the unique challenges they face and I'm committed to providing tailored digital marketing solutions that meet their specific needs. With a strong background in creating impactful strategies, I excel in driving visibility, engagement, and growth. I have successfully managed multiple projects that have significantly boosted the online presence of my clients. My expertise includes social media marketing, ecom management and content creation.
I've had the pleasure of working with various small businesses, helping them navigate the digital landscape and achieve their goals. Notably, I've led campaigns that increased client following & engagement, and improved organic reach through strategic content and social media Optimisation. If you're looking for a dedicated digital marketer to elevate your business, let's connect and make your vision a reality!
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Ecommerce
Virtual Assistance
Data Entry
WordPress
Shopify
Digital Strategy
Canva
Mailchimp
Paid Media
Email Marketing
Social Media Management
Copywriting
Campaign Management
Joshua H.
Cape Town, South Africa
$50/hr
5.0
65 jobs
Whatever digital marketing challenges you're facing, I'm here to help! 🙌
I am ready to run Meta / Instagram, LinkedIn & Google Search / Display campaigns with high conversion rates and low CPC's. Whether you're a startup or an established company, I can help in optimising your campaigns and ensure you are reaching your target market.
I am well versed in tracking set ups, audience targeting, both for cold audiences and retargeting, and conversion tracking. I'm dedicated to each project I work on, and ensure that I exceed client expectations. Hire me, and you will not be disappointed.
I am a Digital Marketer that has worked with startup & enterprise level clients. I have worked on ecommerce & B2B business, across multiple verticals. I specialise in strategy development, implementation across all channels and reporting on results for all campaigns. If you have a issue with your Digital Marketing, I can fix it!
Marketing Strategy
Google Ads
Pinterest Ads Manager
Social Media Website
LinkedIn Marketing
Digital Strategy
Google Tag Manager
Tracking Pixel
Facebook Marketing
Copywriting
Analytics
Mart-Mari D.
Clanwilliam, South Africa
$25/hr
5.0
15 jobs
Hey, I'm Mart-Mari - founder of The Wellness VA, your dedicated marketing partner for businesses that help people feel better. 🌿
Whether you run a medspa, a chiropractic clinic, a wellness retreat, a healthcare practice, or any business built around helping people live happier, healthier lives - your marketing carries extra weight. You're not just selling a product or service, you're building trust with people looking for support, guidance, or care. Every piece of content matters, and every interaction shapes how your audience experiences your brand.
That's where I come in.
A former wellness business owner and qualified Holistic Health Therapist with 3+ years of experience in digital marketing, I'm Top Rated on Upwork with a 5-star track record across 20+ health and wellness clients.
I work as a full marketing partner - planning campaigns, designing content, managing social media, writing email newsletters, refreshing brand identities, and building the automated systems that make your business run smoother behind the scenes. My goal is always the same: to help your business connect with the people who need you most, and turn that trust into booked appointments and returning clients.
🌱 HERE'S HOW I CAN SUPPORT YOUR BUSINESS 🌱
Digital Marketing
✅ Digital marketing strategy & execution
✅Marketing campaigns & launches
✅Brand messaging & content planning
✅Analytics, reporting & performance optimisation
Social Media Marketing
✅Organic social media management across Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Google Business & more
✅Content calendars & scheduling
✅Community management
✅Social media analytics & reporting
Content Creation & Design
✅Canva graphics & branded templates
✅ Educational carousels
✅Reels & short-form video content
✅Lead magnets, ebooks & workbooks
✅In-office/print design using your existing brand
✅Email newsletters & promotional assets
Email & Website Marketing
✅Flodesk, ConvertKit & Mailchimp
✅Kajabi, Squarespace & Teachable
✅Landing pages
✅Course & digital product support
✅Client onboarding systems
Branding
✅Brand identity refreshes - logo, color palette, templates & brand guidelines
AI & Automation Systems
✅Full automation systems that make your client journey smoother - booking confirmations, follow-ups, review requests & re-engagement sequences
✅AI-powered content workflows so you can create your own content, faster
✅Workflow automation connecting the tools you already use
✨ WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE TO WORK WITH ME ✨
I bring together something that's difficult to teach: real industry understanding and marketing expertise. As a former wellness professional, I understand how to communicate about health and care with empathy, professionalism, and authenticity. As a digital marketer and systems thinker, I know how to transform that message into marketing - and infrastructure - that builds trust, strengthens communities, and supports business growth.
Clients appreciate me because I'm:
🤍Calm, organised, and dependable
🤍Proactive and detail-oriented
🤍A strong communicator
🤍Creative without losing sight of strategy
🤍Genuinely invested in the success of the brands I work with
I believe the best marketing doesn't shout the loudest - it creates connection, earns trust, and turns first-time visitors into loyal, returning clients.
If you're looking for a marketing partner who understands both your industry and your audience, I'd love to help bring your vision to life. 💛
Digital Marketing
Digital Marketing Management
Digital Marketing Materials
Digital Marketing Strategy
Social Media Marketing
Email Design
Email Marketing
Content Creation
Social Media Content Creation
Graphic Design
Canva
Digital Design
Ebook Design
Branding & Marketing
Social Media Design
Ange W.
Cape Town, South Africa
$25/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I am a Graphic Designer, Digital Marketing Manager, Blogger, and a Project Manager. I am a passionate and dedicated client and agency professional, that has excelled through consistency and performance. I am a full-service self-starter working with key clients globally and locally, across integrated multi-channel & digital platforms, with excellent creative and strategic leadership skills.
I have fully integrated marketing experience across various sectors: Travel & Hospitality, Retail (FMCG, Fashion, Luxury Brands), Finance Banking, E-Commerce, Corporate, Healthcare and Law - building client narrative and design for web copy, blogs, articles, press releases.
I am a Brand Specialist, Content Specialist, Client Service, and Digital Marketer that has vast knowledge and experience working on both the agency and client side of the business.
Digital Marketing
Digital Marketing Materials
Digital Marketing Strategy
Logo Design
Graphic Design
Paid Media
Blog Content
Blog Writing
Branding
Brand Consulting
Online Research
Brand Identity
Marketing Presentation
Digital Pattern Design
Megan V.
Sandton, South Africa
$6/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Social Media Manager | Content Creation • Growth Strategy • Instagram & Facebook
With over 3 years of hands on experience, Expertise that I’ve gained at:
Education:
-Advanced Certificate Digital Marketing:DSM
-Higher Certificate in Marketing Management:IIE
I am able to produce excellent :
🔹 Content Creation: Captivating captions and scroll-stopping visuals that reflect your brand’s voice and values.
🔹 Scheduling & Management: Organized content calendars and consistent posting using tools like Meta Business Suite.
🔹 Hashtag Strategy: Targeted research to boost visibility, engagement, and discoverability.
🔹 Platform Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Instagram and Facebook—especially Stories, Reels, and algorithm optimization.
🔹 Performance Insights: Data-driven reporting to refine strategy and ensure continuous growth.Excellent Canva skills.
Why you should hire me :
⚡Project quality is my priority.
⚡Excellent teamwork and networking skills.
⚡Tracking, and reporting regularly.
⚡Excellent communication.
⚡Fluent English Speaker
I'm committed to helping you increase engagement, elevate brand presence, and foster real connections with your audience.
Ready to grow your social presence? Let’s collaborate!
Digital Marketing
Digital Marketing Strategy
Social Media Marketing
Social Media Marketing Plan
Canva
Hashtag Research
Marketing
Social Media Account Setup
Social Media Audit
Social Media Content Creation
Social Media Content
Social Media Management
Social Media Optimization
Social Media Engagement
Social Media Management Analytics
Lucia V.
Cape Town, South Africa
$8/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Clients often describe me as proactive, dependable, and genuinely invested in delivering meaningful results. I take initiative, communicate clearly, and care deeply about the impact my work has on each client’s business.
With a strong track record in both strategy and execution, I’ve helped local businesses and ecommerce brands grow their brand awareness, expand their audiences, boost engagement, and increase sales.
To date, I’ve managed over 75 social media accounts. My experience includes collaborating with agencies as a social media and account manager, as well as working directly with business owners.
As a freelance social media manager, I’ve overseen multiple accounts across a range of industries, each with unique goals and target audiences.
I’m always open to new opportunities, whether partnering with agencies or supporting business owners with social media management, digital strategy, or paid advertising.
Digital Marketing
Digital Marketing Strategy
Social Media Marketing
Brand Identity
Social Media Content Creation
Social Media Management
Paid Social
Content Creation
Social Media Ad Campaign
Wix
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