Tian Nel

I am a results-driven Marketing Manager with over eight years of experience crafting impactful digital strategies across major platforms. As both a Creative Team Lead and Digital Marketing Manager, I blend expertise in design, analytics, and communication to drive brand growth and deliver measurable results. Skilled in data-driven campaigns, social media advertising, and content marketing, I excel at optimising performance while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Adaptable and solution-oriented, I thrive under pressure, balancing creativity with a strategic focus to achieve success.

Skills and Experience

Technical skills & Software tools

Meta
Instagram
X (Twitter)
LinkedIn
Mailchimp
WordPress
Shopify
Wix

Professional
skills

Strategic Marketing Skills
Social Media Strategy & Execution
Project Management
Brand Strategy & Brand Development
Content Marketing Strategy
Paid Media Advertising
Campaign Budget Management

Industry
Experience

Advertising & Marketing
Art & Design
Business Management & Consulting
Coaching & Education
Charities & Social Services
Electronics & Technology
Entertainment & Event Management
Fashion & Beauty
FMCG, Retail & Consumer Goods
Healthcare, Medical, Health & Wellness
Legal & Law
Leisure & Recreation
Pet & Animals
Property & Real Estate
Transportation
Travel & Tourism

Additional languages

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Work Experience

Senior Marketing Manager
Outsourcery
Jun 2020 - Current
  • Lead the creative team, overseeing content, design, SEO, and email marketing to deliver cohesive campaigns.
  • Develop and implement digital marketing strategies tailored to client objectives, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Manage client accounts and team operations, fostering collaboration and ensuring projects are delivered on time.
  • Oversee community management, driving consistent engagement and growing online audiences.
  • Produce detailed weekly and monthly reports, analysing performance and providing actionable insights to improve campaign outcomes.
  • Deliver high-quality design work that strengthens brand identity and maximises campaign effectiveness.
  • Successful project management of various tasks with tight deadlines that highlight adaptability / resourcefulness (once-off tasks, website design & build, video editing etc.)

 

Highlights:

  • Property Developer (Scotland): Developed brand guidelines, conducted competitor research, created a paid ads proposal, and designed a social media plan to showcase properties and local lifestyles.
  • Mortgage Lender (UK): Delivered brand guidelines, competitor reviews, and blogs focusing on UK mortgages and insurance. Also contributed to web work.
Social Media Manager
Webwiser.io
Jun 2017 - Jun 2020
  • Managed social media campaigns for local and international SMEs across food & beverage, education, office space, fashion, and maintenance industries.
  • Developed and implemented digital marketing strategies to drive brand awareness and engagement.
  • Created engaging content and copy for various social media platforms, tailored to each industry and audience.
  • Led account management efforts, building strong client relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
  • Executed paid social media advertising campaigns, optimising for maximum ROI and engagement.
  • Analysed performance metrics and provided actionable insights through detailed reporting.
  • Fostered community engagement, responding to inquiries and maintaining a positive brand presence.
  • Collaborated with teams to align social media efforts with broader business goals and strategies.
  • Led various campaigns (Black Friday/Seasonal/Event) that boosted client sales by up to 150%.

Education & Certifications

Diploma in Sound Engineering

Cape Audio College

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