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Nikoleta H.

Tampa, Florida

$33/hr
5.0
78 jobs

Every brand has a unique story, audience, and positioning — and my job is to bring that to life in a way that is both visually compelling and built to perform. I work with brands ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies, bringing together design psychology, platform strategy, and audience insight to create content that does not just look good — it grows and converts. With a Bachelor's degree in Visual Communications and years of hands-on experience, I combine aesthetics with strategy so that every piece of content serves a purpose. I specialize in: - Social media strategy and account management - Branding, identity, and custom visual design - Short-form video and viral content creation - Campaign execution and email marketing - Content across Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook, and Pinterest - Design using Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and the latest AI tools I have also developed a technique that blends real-world storytelling with high-quality AI to create immersive, premium content tailored to your specific audience and goals. Whether you are building from zero or ready to accelerate an established presence, I bring the strategy, the design, and the execution to make it happen.

  • Content Strategy
  • Social Media Management
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Business with 1-9 Employees
  • Social Media Marketing Strategy
  • Canva
  • Instagram
  • Graphic Design
  • Content Writing
  • Digital Marketing
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Video Editing
  • Content Editing
  • Social Media Optimization
Kate T.

Tampa, Florida

$70/hr
4.6
46 jobs

With over 20 years of B2B sales and marketing experience—and 10+ years in healthcare—I help companies drive real growth through strategic execution. I’ve led marketing and sales development teams as a Senior Director, and now I work with clients as a fractional head of marketing or campaign expert to fill leadership gaps, launch strategic initiatives, and boost lead generation and conversion. How I Can Help: End-to-end campaign execution: ABM, nurture, drip, new product launches Digital strategy and execution: SEO, paid media, email, and social CRM & marketing automation optimization: HubSpot, Salesforce, Pardot, Zoho High-impact messaging and positioning for GTM Strategic playbooks, marketing audits, and transition support Content calendars, blog/editorial planning, email & social copywriting Tools & Tech Proficiency: CRM: HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho Marketing Automation: Pardot, HubSpot, Mailchimp Design & Scheduling: Canva, Sprout Social Platforms: LinkedIn, Google Ads, Meta, WordPress Proven Results – Healthcare Case Study: Led a digital transformation for a healthcare revenue cycle company: 200% of lead generation goal achieved 160% of new sales revenue goal exceeded Boosted SEO and web traffic with strategic content and technical updates Seamlessly transitioned 3 acquired brands under a unified marketing identity Strengthened sales alignment and improved GTM execution How I Can Support Your Marketing Efforts: Fractional Head of Marketing Campaign Strategy & Execution CRM Optimization & Marketing Ops ABM & Demand Gen Programs GTM & Messaging Strategy Marketing Audits & Leadership Transition Support Let’s connect and drive measurable growth for your business.

  • Email Marketing
  • Business Development
  • Campaign Management
  • Marketing Plan
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Marketing Management
  • Marketing Consulting
  • Content Marketing Strategy
  • Healthcare
  • Email Marketing Strategy
  • Marketing Campaign Setup & Implementation
  • Marketing Campaign Audit
  • B2B Marketing
  • Marketing
James B.

Tampa, Florida

$89/hr
5.0
17 jobs

I help DTC and service brands increase revenue through smart lifecycle marketing—crafting email & SMS strategies that drive conversions, retain customers, and unlock expansion. With 10+ years of experience, I specialize in building and optimizing high-performing automations (welcome, post-purchase, winback, reactivation) and revenue-driving campaigns that meet customers where they are—at every stage of the journey. From first-click to loyal repeat buyer, I design flows, segment audiences, and write compelling copy that actually performs. Whether you need onboarding that reduces dropoff, winbacks that revive cold leads, or campaigns that keep people buying, I bring a tested process, platform fluency (Klaviyo, Postscript, Attentive, etc.), and a creative approach that respects your brand voice and business goals. 🔑 HIGHLIGHTS 📈 $9.5K in revenue from a single welcome flow within 14 days 🛒 Cart recovery lifted from 3.2% to 11.8% in 30 days 📣 13.6% CTOR on SMS + email combo launches 📦 Lifecycle strategies tailored to ideal customer profiles (ICPs) 🧠 Copy, creative, logic, and channel strategy handled end to end 💼 Tools: Klaviyo, Postscript, Attentive, Mailchimp, ActiveCampaign, Shopify, Google Analytics, Meta Ads, Zapier, Notion, ChatGPT Let’s build a lifecycle engine that converts attention into revenue—without adding noise or complexity.

  • Go-to-Market Strategy
  • Customer Onboarding
  • Customer Retention
  • Lead Generation
  • Startup Consulting
  • Email Marketing
  • SMS
  • Training
  • Adoption
  • Relationship Management
  • Upselling
  • Customer Experience
  • SaaS
  • Automation
  • Business Operations
Aida C.

Tampa, Florida

$55/hr
5.0
51 jobs

On a mission to help brands build and transform their online brand presence and strategically launch their products/services into the marketplace. Qualifications and Expertise: • Top-Rated Plus on Upwork: Recognized for exceptional client satisfaction and project success. • Master’s Degree in Corporate and Marketing Communications from IE Business School: Advanced academic background in marketing and branding. • Creative direction: Turning brand strategy into a scalable content system—message architecture, audience-led creative angles, narrative frameworks, and a cohesive visual identity that improves performance across awareness → trust → conversion. • Branding & Social Media Strategist: Expertise in building and transforming online brand presence, developing brand identities and creating content strategies for social platforms and managing them. • Content Creator and Graphic Design: Proficient in crafting engaging video and graphic content tailored to target audiences. Experienced in creating comprehensive branding guidelines and brand kits. Skilled at producing marketing and informational materials, including brochures, retractable banners, market research reports, and pitch deck presentations. • Creative Consultant & Creative Direction: Experienced in leading creative direction from concept to execution. I develop strategic creative briefs, translate brand goals into actionable ideas, and oversee the execution of cohesive, high-impact content campaigns across email, social, and web. • 7 Digital Marketing Certifications: Specialized in content marketing, copywriting, email marketing, customer acquisition, social and community management and digital strategy. • Leadership Experience: Former Head of Quality Control and Senior Copywriter at a digital marketing agency. Head of Marketing for VC Firm, led marketing strategies for 30 portfolio companies, including go-to-market strategies, content calendars, and design initiatives. Consulted for over a dozen clients and startups in the B2C space and managed content creation/marketing initiatives.

  • Email Marketing
  • Branding
  • Brand Development
  • Brand Identity
  • Brand Management
  • Brand Consulting
  • Customer Retention Strategy
  • Email Marketing Strategy
  • Content Marketing
  • Customer Acquisition
  • Copywriting
  • Marketing
  • Content Creation
  • Ad Copy
  • Content Writing
Azmi A.

Tampa, Florida

$39/hr
4.9
61 jobs

As Einstein said, keep things “as simple as possible, but no simpler”. This has been the core operational philosophy behind what has helped me rank amongst top 2% SEO and AI Search strategists globally. I will not flood you with a fluffy list of everything I can, instead, let’s dive into what really matters: a) What i do best? 1. SEO & LLM AI Strategy → Develop data-backed, keyword-vetted, competitor-informed strategies that boost rankings and citations across both search engines and AI-powered platforms. 2. High-Impact Content → Write in-depth, SEO + AI optimized content designed to rank, drive traffic, and get referenced by generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity. 3. Lead Magnet Optimization → Build conversion-focused assets that position your brand as an authority and maximize AI citations for organic exposure. b) Why should you hire me and not the other strategist? 1. I've helped scale brands to 300%+ organic traffic growth within months. 2. Built SEO + GEO frameworks that generated consistent top-3 rankings in competitive niches. 3. Case studies of proven success integrating AI-driven search optimization into existing marketing funnels. If you’re looking for a strategist who can blend traditional SEO expertise, AI-driven GEO insights, and conversion-focused content marketing, let’s connect. Get in touch for a live SEO + GEO audit of your site.

  • SEO Audit
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Technical SEO
  • Ecommerce SEO
  • SEO Content
  • SEO Backlinking
  • SEO Keyword Research
  • SEO Setup & Configuration
  • On-Page SEO
  • Search Engine Ranking
  • SEO Strategy
  • SEO Competitor Analysis
  • SEO Localization
  • All in One SEO
Hugo R.

Tampa, Florida

$45/hr
4.7
90 jobs

Search engine marketing professional with 13 years experience. Google Ads & Bing certified with Fortune 500, premier partner agency experience. I specialize in the creation, management, and optimization of paid search, pay per click, Display, & Youtube campaigns across Google Ads, Analytics, and Bing. $10 million yearly PPC budget. I've worked several verticals including law, medical, dental, finance, healthcare, home services, hvac, retail, ecommerce, real estate, SaaS, tech, e-commerce, travel, and hospitality to name a few. Fluent in all Google SEM best practices. I offer the experience and knowledge of an agency without the management fees. Contact me today for a free quote. Thank you

  • YouTube Marketing
  • Google Analytics
  • PPC Campaign Setup & Management
  • Bing Ads
  • Google Ads
  • Search Engine Marketing
  • Display Ad
  • Pay Per Click Advertising
  • Digital Marketing

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