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Rafael R.

Dumaguete City, Philippines

$5/hr
4.6
48 jobs

Are you ready to take your company's online presence to the next level? With over 5 years of experience in the digital marketing space, I have developed effective strategies and content that allow my clients to reach new heights. You name it, I handle it… from strategizing and content creation to advertising. My tactics have helped businesses obtain leads and customers, increase sales and create a compelling digital presence. My services include but not limited to digital marketing, e-commerce, branding, social media management, Paid Ads & marketing, Email marketing, and SEO. Want to hop on the phone and learn more? Send me a message today!

  • Google Ads
  • Email Marketing
  • Email Campaign Setup
  • Lead Generation
  • Social Media Management
  • Sales Development
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Sales
  • Facebook Ads Manager
  • B2B Marketing
  • Marketing Management
  • File Management
  • Audience Research
  • LinkedIn
Anass W.

Casablanca, Morocco

$50/hr
5.0
19 jobs

The biggest tragedy in creative strategy is how random people believe it has to be. Do you know what most DTC brands optimize for when running ads? "ROAS!" Not quite. "Blended CPA!" Getting warmer. "Cost per click?" That's not even close. "Conversion rate?" Useful. But not the number that tells you if your cold traffic is actually making you money. And yet, those are the metrics most creative strategists report back to you every single week. I bet you've made creative decisions based on at least one of them. That's because none of them isolate what actually matters, how much it costs you to acquire a brand new customer from cold traffic. Not a returning buyer. Not someone from your email list. A net new customer who had never heard of you before they saw your ad. That number is your NC CPA. And it's the only metric that tells you whether your creatives are actually building your business, or just recycling the audience you already have. When I take over an Ad account, NC CPA is the first thing I look for. It tells me which avatar is worth building around, which format the algorithm keeps rewarding, and which direction to take the next batch of concepts. I've also invested in learning from people like: Matthew Volkwyn, current owner of Copywriting org, the man behind millions in ARR for Dan Martell's 9-figure funnel and Dan Lok's 4.5M YouTube empire. The community where people have worked with brands like Ryze, Acquisition com, VShred, IM8, Earth Breeze, Seranova, and Tony Robbins... As for my track record so far: - Took over a new supplement brand with zero creative history to pull from. Ran a controlled stack of statics across different avatars and hook structures to find which angle the market was actually responding to. Once the data pointed to a clear direction, I rebuilt the video creative strategy around it. Then the brand had a winning formula within 60 days. - Rebuilt an email strategy from zero for a healthcare brand sitting on 10k subscribers. Took them to $70k/month recurring with 40% open rates and between 3% and up to 8% CTR. - Launched a sequence for a SaaS product that generated $100k in sales. - Signing an average of one B2B partnership per week for a healthcare company through cold outreach. - Launched retention sequences for a DTC brand, squeezing consistent revenue from their existing customer base. And more... The copy that actually scales your business doesn't come from a one-off project. It comes from someone who's in the trenches with you, who understands your customer better than your competitors do, and who's obsessed with making your numbers go UP. If you want a growth system built around volume, diversity, and relevance, let's talk.

  • Copywriting
  • Direct Marketing
  • Direct Sales
  • Ad Copy
  • Sales Copywriting
  • Email Marketing
  • Sales Funnel
  • Growth Strategy
  • Email Automation
  • Email Marketing Strategy
  • Email Campaign Optimization
  • Ad Creative
  • Creative Writing
  • Creative Strategy
  • Direct Response Copywriting
  • Performance Marketing
Hong Ngoc P.

Da Nang, Vietnam

$16/hr
5.0
54 jobs

Want winning ads for your brand? Let’s start with a quick TRIAL PROJECT. Great video ads don’t just show a product, they trigger a response. That’s what direct response marketing is all about, and it starts in the first 3 seconds. If your Meta or TikTok ad doesn’t grab attention fast, it’s already lost. I’m an eCommerce video editor with a deep understanding of performance, direct response marketing, and consumer psychology. I work closely with creative strategists and study winning ads daily on Atria to understand what works. Many of the ads I’ve edited have achieved a ROAS of 4x-8x. My focus is on scroll-stopping hooks, engaging pacing, and storytelling that actually converts. I’ve worked with top DTC brands like Southern Scholar, Airbag, Momofuku, SnowFoxSkincare, Bathorium.... helping them generate millions in monthly revenue through high-performing creatives Why my creatives perform • I use trending style hooks, captions and CTAs that grab attention and push your audience to act. • I’m not just an editor, also understand what makes ads perform and convert. • I have successfully helped SMBs reach 8-9 figure revenues through direct response marketing. • Meta and TikTok ads style to fit platform trends and buyer psychology. • Every second of your video is designed for conversions, not just views. Ready to scale your brand with creatives that actually perform? Let’s create a winner for your brand. Just send over the brief, and if you’d like, we can hop on a quick call. I’ll get started right away.

  • Video Editing
  • Graphic Design
  • TikTok Ad
  • Facebook Advertising
  • AI Image Editing
  • AI Video Generation
Lucia D.

Aubagne, France

$35/hr
5.0
5 jobs

I help startups, SaaS companies, and global brands grow through product marketing, go-to-market strategy, content marketing, and hands-on campaign execution. With experience across Samsung Electronics, Bain & Company, and fast-growing startups, I combine strategic thinking with execution - helping companies not only define their positioning and marketing strategy, but also create and launch the content and campaigns that drive real business growth. Unlike traditional consultants or strategists, I’m highly hands-on. I can support everything from GTM planning and messaging to social media content, copywriting, campaign execution, email marketing, landing pages, and short/long-form video editing. 🚀 Areas I Can Help With • Product Marketing & Go-to-Market Strategy • Brand Positioning & Messaging • Content Marketing Strategy • Social Media Marketing (LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok) • Copywriting & Campaign Messaging • Email Marketing & CRM Campaigns • Launch Campaign Execution • LinkedIn Content & Thought Leadership • Landing Page Optimisation • Short-Form Video Editing & Content Creation • Cross-Channel Campaign Management • Marketing Project Coordination 📈 Experience & Results At Samsung Electronics (London), I worked on product marketing and digital campaigns across European markets, helping drive significant increases in user adoption, engagement, and active users across Samsung’s digital ecosystem. At Bain & Company (Madrid), I supported global marketing initiatives and flagship thought leadership campaigns for senior executive audiences, leading cross-channel campaign execution, CRM initiatives, landing page optimisation, creative asset development, and content distribution strategies. I’ve also worked with startups and SMEs across the UK and Europe, supporting growth through content creation, digital marketing, lead generation, and brand positioning. 🎯 What Makes Me Different I combine the strategic mindset of a Product Marketing Manager with the execution capabilities of a content and growth marketer. That means I can: • Define your positioning and GTM strategy • Create and execute campaigns • Write compelling copy • Develop social content • Coordinate creative assets • Edit short/long-form videos • Optimise marketing performance across channels Whether you need strategic direction, hands-on marketing support, or both — I can jump in quickly and help move projects forward efficiently. ⭐ Tools & Platforms LinkedIn Ads • HubSpot • Salesforce • Mailchimp • Google Analytics • Canva • WordPress • SEO Tools • CRM Platforms • Social Media Tools • DaVinci Resolve • Photoshop, InDesign & Premiere Pro If you’re looking for a marketing partner who can both think strategically and execute effectively - let’s connect.

  • Marketing Strategy
  • Marketing
  • Digital Marketing
  • Digital Marketing Materials
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • Brand Consulting
  • Branding & Marketing
  • Content Marketing
  • Content Marketing Strategy
  • Social Media Management
  • Email Marketing
  • Video Editing
  • B2B Marketing
  • B2C Marketing
  • Brand Marketing
  • 360 Marketing
  • Marketing Plan
  • Marketing Management
  • Marketing Campaign Setup & Implementation
  • Go-to-Market Strategy
Holly Grace C.

Sheffield, United Kingdom

$60/hr
4.8
344 jobs

💸 Content writer with experience at ElevenLabs, Upwork, Pipedrive, Microsoft, Bytedance, OMG, and 2 of the world's biggest AI LLM companies 📈 💥TOP 0.1% OF UPWORK AI COPYWRITING AND CONTENT TALENT💥 New for 2026: Expert AEO content services to help you BLOW UP your traffic from ChatGPT / Gemini / Perplexity / Manus / Claude / CoPilot 📈 Proven SEO content writing techniques with over 1500+ featured snippets and counting! 🦄 Helped one unicorn AI company scale traffic 10x in less than one year 💸 Made over £15 MILLION in direct ROI, counted in CTRs and conversions ✍️ I'm an internal SEO writer for the SEO brand Semrush 🤝 On-team content specialist for some of the world’s biggest SEO agencies in London, LA, and New York 🎟️ Attendee of BrightonSEO and other SEO conferences 🤖 Expert in AI SEO content strategies, including AEO / GEO / LLMO optimisation of content Whether you're looking for WordPress blogs that keep your clients coming or e-commerce Shopify blogs with a heavy pinch of convincing sales power, I can do it. With experience managing the entire blog content funnel, from ideation to upload, the best thing about my SEO content strategy services is that it's 100% hands-off, meaning you can focus on your business while I get the leads coming in. Worried about how your SEO strategy holds up against GEO / LLMO / AEO search and AI blogs? Well, I'm the expert in this, too, helping you write AI content that actually holds water (but that your readers won't notice is AI). With my expertise, you'll lock in: ⚡️Human-powered copy that ACTUALLY ranks on ChatGPT, Perplexity, & MORE ⚡️ AI-blog writing at a lower cost that SCALES your content strategy like never before ⚡️Expert-level research skills, even in complex niches (I'm a qualified lawyer, after all! 🤓) ⚡️DEEP SEO copywriting knowledge -- even the SEO companies trust me with their content! ⚡️SGE content writing skills + my secrets to getting into the featured snippets ⚡️ Page-one level content that's value-packed and wholly unique ⚡️My unique blog structure that guarantees a click My specialty is blog writing that works for you and generates you actual returns. I'm not about flowery language, and I don't give you filler. I'm not a bot in disguise, and I won't fill your blog with AI (unless you want me too!). I never plagiarise, and I never outsource. I'm just a great blog writer who gets stuff done, is OBSESSED with SEO and AEO, and understands the power of a well written sentence in making your customers click. Looking for an AI-powered content strategy? That’s my jam, too! 🍓 I know that some businesses prefer human writing, but if you’re ready to scale your revenue with an AI roadmap, then you need me on your team. You see, AI-content doesn’t perform on its own. Whether you’re an AI startup figuring out positioning, or an established business ready for AI transformation, I’ll design a clear, practical SEO content strategy that ties directly to revenue. So get ready to hit those extra zeros. On the execution side, I turn my strategy into content output that will knock your socks off, both in terms of quality and of impact in your business. That means AI research that uncovers opportunities your competitors wish they knew about, AI writing that still sounds like a cuddly human behind it all, and AI written assets that your sales team will love. With my own AI-workflows, I create everything from AI blog content and AI articles to AI newsletters, technical AI documentation, and detailed AI reports. Tools I can use: AirOps, SEMrush, SurferSEO, Ahrefs, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Frase (and a whole lot more) AI tools I am an expert in to generate AI content: Airops, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, Manus, Claude AI, Claude Code, make. com (and more!) Want to work with me? If you can see my profile, I have some availability. Send me a message with your website, I'll prep you a Loom or we can jump on a call, and we can get to work!

  • Business Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Website Content
  • Blog Content
  • Blog Writing
  • Copywriting
  • SEO Writing
  • Content Marketing Strategy
  • On-Page SEO
  • Website Copywriting
  • Storytelling
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Article Writing
  • Newsletter Writing
Cassia T.

Toronto, Canada

$60/hr
4.9
45 jobs

Looking for an experienced social media strategist who can build your brand presence from the ground up or take what you have and make it actually work? Struggling with low engagement, inconsistent content, or an organic strategy that isn't delivering results? Not sure how to stand out in a crowded space? Hi, I'm Cass, a senior social media strategist and content director with 11+ years of experience helping tech, retail, beauty and lifestyle brands, scaling businesses, and ambitious founders grow their organic presence strategically. I work with clients at every stage: from launching brand new accounts the right way, to reigniting growth for established brands that have hit a plateau. I bring a dual perspective that most strategists can't offer. I've built and led social media strategy for brands across competitive industries, and I'm also an active content creator with firsthand viral success. That means I understand both the strategy and the execution, I don't just build the plan, I know exactly what it takes to make it work in practice. Strategic Content Planning: Organic growth strategy development Platform-specific content optimization Brand voice & visual identity alignment Content calendar planning & curation Creative Production & Design: Video editing & short-form content creation Photo editing & visual storytelling Canva design & branded graphics Strategic copywriting for engagement Growth & Optimization Coaching: Algorithm optimization techniques Audience development strategies Performance analysis & insights Content creator mentoring & guidance ManyChat & Instagram automation( DM flow setup, comment-to-DM triggers, lead capture sequences and audience nurture flows built for organic growth and conversion) Ideal for: Content creators and brands ready to elevate their organic social presence with strategic guidance. I work with clients who value authentic growth, brand building, and sustainable engagement over quick fixes. About Me I've spent 11+ years working inside social media, as a strategist, a content creator, and everything in between. I've helped brands grow from zero to established social presences, turned around accounts with stalled growth, and built content systems that drive real, sustainable results. My approach is rooted in authentic brand storytelling, platform-native content, and strategy that's built to last not just to perform this week.

  • Social Media Marketing
  • Social Media Marketing Strategy
  • Social Media Content
  • Content Creation
  • Content Calendar
  • Copywriting
  • Email Copywriting
  • Influencer Marketing
  • Influencer Outreach
  • Social Media Audit
  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Video

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Marketing strategists help you turn growth goals into actionable plans through market research, audience segmentation, competitive positioning, channel prioritization, and performance measurement. They shape go-to-market roadmaps, audit existing campaigns, and build frameworks that connect marketing activity to business outcomes. If you need sharper prioritization, a clearer launch plan, or more structured optimization, hiring a marketing consultant or strategist can help you move from activity to strategy.

What does a marketing strategist do?

A marketing strategist analyzes customer behavior, market trends, and competitive positioning to create marketing plans that support your business goals. Responsibilities typically include conducting market research and audience analysis, defining target segments and positioning, building campaign plans or go-to-market strategies, prioritizing channels and budget allocation, overseeing content strategy and messaging frameworks, and tracking performance against key metrics.

Common deliverables include marketing audit reports, audience and positioning summaries, campaign roadmaps with channel recommendations, KPI frameworks, messaging guides, and milestone-based strategy reviews. Depending on project scope, a strategist may work alongside content strategists, SEO experts, paid media specialists, or internal teams who handle day-to-day execution.

How to hire a marketing strategist on Upwork

Hiring a marketing strategist on Upwork works best when you define the business problem first, then evaluate candidates based on strategic thinking, relevant experience, and communication. A structured process helps you compare approaches before you commit to a larger engagement.

Step 1: Post a job

Start by describing what you need the strategist to plan, analyze, or optimize, along with your business context and timeline. A strong job post includes:

  • Scope of work and specific deliverables (audit, strategy document, launch roadmap, ongoing advisory)
  • Business context, such as your target audience, current channels, and growth goals
  • Timeline, milestones, and any upcoming launches or deadlines
  • Budget preference and whether the engagement is hourly or fixed-price
  • Required experience, such as industry knowledge, B2B or B2C focus, or familiarity with specific analytics tools

Use the Job Post Generator, powered by Uma™, Upwork's Mindful AI, to create a customizable draft. Describe your project in a few sentences, and Uma will generate a starting point you can refine. You can also reference this job description template guide for structure.

Step 2: Evaluate candidates

Evaluate marketing strategist candidates by reviewing how clearly they diagnose your challenge, explain their methodology, and connect recommendations to measurable outcomes. Focus on:

  • Case studies or portfolio samples showing strategic planning or measurable outcomes
  • Industry experience relevant to your market
  • Analytical skills and familiarity with tools such as Google Analytics, HubSpot, Tableau, or similar platforms
  • Proposal clarity, including how the candidate frames your challenge and approach
  • Client reviews that mention strategic thinking, stakeholder alignment, or adaptability
  • Job Success Score (JSS) and talent badges such as Top Rated or Rising Talent

Step 3: Interview your top selections

Interviewing a marketing strategist should test how they think about audience, channels, measurement, and tradeoffs. Use Instant Interviews to gather early responses, then schedule live conversations with the strongest matches. During the interview:

  • Share your business model, current marketing activity, and what you want to improve
  • Ask how they would approach audience research or competitive analysis
  • Discuss how they prioritize channels when budget or time is limited
  • Confirm how they measure success and adjust strategy based on performance data

For role-specific questions, see this guide on hiring marketing talent. You can also use Upwork's interview tools to keep candidate communication in one place.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Agreeing on scope before work starts helps prevent misalignment on deliverables, revisions, and payment terms. For strategy work with clear phases, fixed-price contracts with milestones can work well. For ongoing advisory work where priorities may shift, hourly contracts can offer more flexibility.

Before the project starts:

  • List final deliverables and what falls outside scope
  • Set milestones for fixed-price work or weekly expectations for hourly work
  • Define success criteria and review checkpoints
  • Confirm how files, data, and stakeholder feedback will be shared

Use Upwork's contract workroom to keep project documents, milestones, and approvals in one place.

How much does hiring a marketing strategist cost?

Hiring a marketing strategist often costs anywhere from about $1,200 for a focused audit to $25,000 or more for a broader strategy engagement with launch support, but total cost depends on scope, specialization, and how much implementation guidance is included. On Upwork, marketing strategists generally charge $20–$60 per hour, with a median hourly rate of $35, so project pricing usually reflects the number of research, planning, and review hours involved.

Audit and direction-setting

$1,200–$3,500/project

Entry-level to mid-level
  • Marketing audit memo or presentation
  • Prioritized channel recommendations
  • KPI framework or measurement outline

Strategy build

$3,000–$8,000/project

Mid-level to senior
  • Marketing strategy document with audience and positioning
  • Campaign roadmap with channel and budget priorities
  • Competitive analysis summary

Strategy plus launch support

$6,000–$25,000+/project

Senior-level
  • Channel-specific launch plan with messaging framework
  • Implementation plan with execution guidance
  • Performance review and optimization recommendations

Ongoing fractional support

$2,500–$8,000/month

Mid-level to senior
  • Monthly planning sessions
  • Quarterly strategy reviews
  • Performance review decks with optimization recommendations

These ranges are directional rather than fixed. Actual costs vary based on industry complexity, research depth, timeline urgency, and whether you need strategy only or strategy plus stakeholder support. For more context, see marketing strategist hourly rates.

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a marketing strategist worth it?

Hiring a marketing strategist is often worth it when your business needs better prioritization, not just more activity. The American Marketing Association defines strategic marketing as an approach that aligns marketing moves with big-picture business goals and aims to build a lasting competitive edge. That perspective makes the role especially useful for launches, market entry, repositioning, or underperforming campaigns.

The U.S. Small Business Administration says marketing plans should cover target market, competitive advantage, sales plan, goals, action plan, and budget. A strategist helps organize those decisions so spending and execution are more focused.

What should I include in a marketing strategist job post?

A marketing strategist job post should include scope of work, expected deliverables, timeline, business context, and whether the engagement is hourly or fixed-price. Strong posts also explain your audience, current channels, growth goals, and what success should look like.

What is the difference between a marketing strategist and a marketing consultant?

A marketing strategist usually focuses on planning, prioritization, positioning, and channel direction, while a marketing consultant may cover a broader mix of advisory and execution support. In practice, many professionals use both titles, so deliverables matter more than labels.

Should I choose hourly or fixed-price for strategy work?

Fixed-price contracts usually fit defined deliverables such as an audit, messaging framework, or go-to-market roadmap. Hourly contracts often fit ongoing advisory work, monthly planning, or discovery-heavy projects where scope may change.