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I am an HR CIPD Level 7 accredited professional with 3 years in HR in scaling startups, and a former Corporate Communications, with over 7 years of experience across complex, fast-paced organisations such as Experian and Andritz Group. I hold an Master Degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Westminster, London/UK and a Bachelor Degree in Communications - PR. I have hands-on experience across the whole employee lifecycle including HR documentation, policies, onboarding and offboarding, recognition and wellbeing programmes, employee relations, employment law guidance, internal communications and employer branding. In communications, I bring extensive experience in digital content strategy including ghostwriting for CEOs and founders on LinkedIn, blog posts (SEO/AEO), social media, newsletters, eBooks, internal communications campaigns, and external marketing materials. On the PR side, I have experience in media relations including writing press releases, pitching journalists, and handling influencer activations. REGARDING MY PROFILE AT UPWORK --------------------------------------------------------------------- I am new to this platform, which is why I don't have many reviews. I am currently seeking projects at a competitive rate as I build my Upwork portfolio, so if you're looking for someone reliable, experienced, organised, communicative and able to cope with fast-paced environments, let's talk. I am open to short and long-term projects. WHAT MAKES ME UNIQUE: ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I bring the rigour of CIPD-accredited HR practice together with a background in communications. That dual lens means I understand organisations beyond policies, and it shapes how I approach culture, engagement, and talent development. My goal is to build environments that are legally compliant, but also ones where people genuinely want to stay, grow, and do their best work. On the communications side, I bring creativity and storytelling skills to a wide range of industries and situations, crafting content that doesn’t just inform, but genuinely makes people read, share, and take action. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ IN HR: At Experian ◾Employee Engagement: Partnered on People & Culture initiatives supporting 4,500 employees through an M&A integration. Achieved 92% engagement tied to the people integration process. Onboarding & M&A Integration: Designed onboarding toolkits that reduced employee ramp-up time by 30%, supporting 4,500 people through a sensitive period of organisational change. AT Yattó ◾ HR Documentation & Policy Design: Built a full HR framework from scratch for a scaling business: 15+ policies, onboarding process, and employee lifecycle documentation. Cultural clarity scores reached 82%+ post-implementation. ◾Employee Relations: Provided ER advisory support including documentation, conflict guidance, recognition and wellbeing programmes. Post-diagnostic engagement scores rose to 85%+. AT Andritz Group ◾Employer Branding: Launched the company's first employer branding strategy, increasing talent attraction by 60% and growing LinkedIn following from 50K to 70K within one year. ◾Employee Engagement: Designed and deployed a global EVP strategy across Europe and the Americas in three languages (EN, PT, ES), driving 80%+ employee engagement and contributing to an 89% Great Place to Work score. KEY ACHIEVEMENTS IN PR ------------------------------------------------------------------------ - Generated £5M+ in PR value for a circular economy startup within one year, securing coverage across tier 1 and 2 media (Check scaling startup named Yattó in Brazil) - Secured a Forbes feature for a mentee, contributing to a Forbes Under 30 (Brazil) nomination in 2024 (check Douglas Vidal name for Brazil in 2025). - Led executive thought leadership for a founder, resulting in 900K+ LinkedIn views and 30+ speaking invitations within one year, contributing to a £5M business investment (Check Yattó founders) - Secured 6 releases in top tier 2 platforms for a tech startup named Mambo Wi-Fi in Brazil and landed an international partnership that evolved into a global sector event.

I am an experienced Marketing and Communications Manager with a strong background in event planning, digital marketing, and public relations. I have successfully coordinated events for over 500 attendees, working closely with government municipalities and stakeholders within the state of Utah to ensure alignment and impact. My expertise includes promoting events and engaging diverse audiences through comprehensive digital marketing strategies, leveraging social media, email marketing, and graphic design skills to maximize reach and participation. With a solid track record in campaign management, I have increased engagement through targeted social media strategies and influencer marketing initiatives. My role at 47G Aerospace & Defense, for example, included managing outreach within an ecosystem of over 100 companies, driving a 30% increase in campaign reach. I have collaborated with public agencies and private organizations to create effective communications plans, successfully utilizing platforms like LinkedIn, Instagram, Mailchimp, and HubSpot. Additionally, I have developed strong community partnerships, helping clients build brand awareness and loyalty through compelling content and strategic messaging. With a deep understanding of influencer and affiliate marketing, I excel in crafting campaigns that align with business objectives and generate tangible results. My skills in analytics, project management, and relationship-building enable me to support clients in achieving their marketing and communication goals effectively.

As you probably saw on my profile, I am ranked in the top 1% on Upwork and have all 5-star reviews! That is why top companies like Pepsi, Indeed, and others want to work with me through Upwork's Enterprise division. I bring 20+ years running Marketing Communications and Public Relations departments for leading companies including Experian.com, FreeCreditReport.com, St John Knits, Louis Vuitton, Brighton, Ditech.com, La Blanca Swim, Polo Swim, Kennith Cole Swim, plus many other global brands. Have decide to leave the corporate world to support you! My broad experience can help you too! Are you launching a new brand/product, or need help with corporate communication, event marketing, or content…I am excited to help with this and more. I am strategic and focused on creating memorable initiatives utilizing platforms that make sense for the client I am working with. From offline to online marketing, public relations, print, and social media, I develop customized plans that drive brand awareness, market share, revenue and build brand loyalty. SPECIALTIES: Brand Management ♦ Public Relations ♦ Event Marketing ♦ Corporate Communications Project Management ♦ Sponsorship Marketing ♦ Content Creation ♦ Community Relations Influencer Management ♦ Ambassadors Programs ♦ Social Media ♦ Digital Transformation Editing ♦ Retail Marketing ♦ e-Commerce ♦ Omni Channel ♦ Licensee Management ♦ Ambassador Programs

Senior Marketing Operations & Project Support professional with 10+ years of experience in marketing, content, project coordination, and executive support. I help founders, agencies, and growing businesses stay organized, visible, and on track by managing the work behind the scenes that keeps projects moving. My background spans marketing support, project coordination, executive assistance, content development, communications, workflow management, and client-facing operations. I bring a high level of professionalism, adaptability, and detail orientation to fast-moving teams that need more than task support. I help create structure, improve follow-through, and keep priorities organized across day-to-day operations and marketing execution. My work can include: Marketing operations and project coordination Content writing, editing, and on-page SEO support Executive assistant and administrative support Workflow organization, task tracking, and Asana management Client communication, follow-up, and cross-functional coordination Email marketing support, research, reporting, and presentations PR, communications, and brand support General business support for founders, consultants, and agencies I’m experienced with tools such as Asana, HubSpot, Google Workspace, Canva, Zoho, Slack, Jasper, Copy.ai, and spreadsheet-based workflow systems. Clients work with me when they need someone who is organized, reliable, polished, and capable of supporting both the operational and marketing side of the business. I’m especially well suited for founders, agencies, and lean teams that need an experienced partner who can manage details, communicate clearly, and keep execution moving without constant oversight. If your business needs strong support across marketing, operations, content, projects, and executive workflow, I’d be glad to help.

I am a freelance PR specialist who helps small businesses, startups and social impact organizations earn quality media coverage that builds brand awareness and credibility. I’ve been recognized as #6 on Creativepool’s list of top publicists and ranked in the top 25% of communications specialists at Passionfruit. My media wins include: Forbes, Inc., Newsbreak, The New York Times, CBS New York, Ripley’s Believe It or Not and other major outlets. As a PR pro the best word to sum me up is truth. PR only works when it’s rooted in truth and that’s the foundation of everything I do. I don’t sell unrealistic expectations, I don’t mislead the media and I don’t rely on spray‑and‑pray tactics. My approach is proactive, research‑driven and built on media relations. That’s how I help small businesses, startups and social impact organizations earn quality media coverage. Success Stories: 🎯 Pronghorn’s Relaunch: I took their initial launch from a single Digiday placement to features across Forbes, The Hustle, AM New York, The Whiskey Wash, The No Pixs After Dark Podcast and The Quintessential Gentleman. 🎯 Built Sylvia Baffour’s Brand Presence From Scratch: Delivered media coverage with the Biz Journals, WorkLife, The HR Daily Advisor, Lead Dev, The FinTech Times and a number of top 10% podcasts such as BriteVibes and No Labels. 🎯 Brought Solight Design’s Campaign Back on Track: Revitalized stalled campaign with placements on Newsbreak, EY's Change Happens podcast, Green Matters and Gear Junkie. Services Offered: - PR Strategy - Pitch Writing - Article Writing - Media Scanning - Media Research - Media Placement Coordinating - PR Angle Development - Responding to Media Requests - Event Outreach

I specialize in strategic communications with over 4 years of experience in public sector and policy-focused messaging. My expertise lies in translating complex legislative and global policy issues into clear, audience-driven communication. I excel in stakeholder engagement, digital strategy, and campaign coordination, fostering collaboration across agencies and sectors. My background includes hands-on work with municipal governments, nonprofits, and academic institutions, where I developed governance communications and civic engagement programs. I am eager to support international governments, NGOs, or public affairs organizations that need impactful policy communication and community-centric outreach. By leveraging research-informed messaging, I can help elevate your projects and connect with diverse audiences effectively. Let's discuss how I can contribute to your goals. What I Offer Policy & Public Sector Communications Stakeholder Engagement Strategy Digital Communications & Campaign Coordination Content Writing & Editing (reports, briefs, web, social media) Governance & Civic Engagement Communications Messaging Strategy & Narrative Development Presentation Design (Canva, PowerPoint) Administrative & Communications Support Core Skills Outstanding Customer Service Strong Attention to Detail Meticulous Editing Excellent Verbal & Written Communication Cross-Sector Collaboration Fast Learner & Highly Adaptable Tools: Canva, Zoom, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook Rate is negotiable and dependent on business needs