Top Talent like Sophie are on Pangea

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Sophie Dare

Content Marketing Manager • Social Media Marketing Specialist • Project Manager • Chicago, IL, US
Top Earner
Social Media
Content Writing
Email Marketing
HubSpot
CRM
Canva
Squarespace
Hootsuite
Healthcare
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles
Managing your small business's social media campaigns + content | Agency, in-house, tech startup, and freelance experience | Chicago Based
I’m Sophie, a content marketer & writer with diverse social media management experience. From comic book shops to engineering firms to augmented reality apps - you name it, I've made an Instagram post for it. I've managed a successful personal blog, as well as written several types of long & short form copy for Pangea clients. My work history is balanced between both corporate positions and creative freelance work. The majority of my work experience has been with small companies and early-stage startups, so I'm used to being my own one-woman team, learning on the fly, and brainstorming the next move. Check out my full portfolio at www.sophie-dare.com!

Projects

Resume

Link to a viewable PDF of my resume.

Portfolio Website

Read more about me and my past work here!

Work History

U

Social Content, Influencer, and Automation Manager

Unik.ai - Pangea ClientApr 2023 - Oct 2024 • 1 yr 7 mos- Developing and executing a comprehensive content marketing plan that drives brand awareness and lead generation for four restaurant clients - Sourcing UGC, creating, and scheduling all social media posts - Analyzing and reporting on the effectiveness of content marketing campaigns - Writing and managing email marketing automations on Hubspot - Managing influencer database, communications, and deliverables
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Marketing Content Specialist

New Why Web - Pangea ClientApr 2024 - Jan 2025 • 10 mos- Create strategic content calendars, design, and schedule social media content for New Why and clients on various social channels - Write compelling and SEO optimized blog posts for New Why and clients - Write client newsletters and lead capture and drip campaigns via Mailchimp - Maintain New Why’s monthly company newsletter - Plan and create lead capture and email nurture campaigns for New Why and our clients
M

Social Media Manager

Mondo LLCFeb 2024 - Oct 2024 • 9 mosDesigning, writing copy, and scheduling social media posts for multiple small business clients in the Western Rockies area
F

Influencer and Community Manager

Find The Good BrandOct 2023 - Dec 2023 • 3 mos- Organized and launched Creator Program for D2C e-commerce clothing brand targeted towards Gen Z - Outreach and recruitment of influencers to join the brand's Creator Program - Managing email inquiries, onboarding new creators to PR list, coordinating Shopify orders - Creating organizational infrastructure to track creators
Q

Social Media Content Manager

Q+M AgencyJul 2021 - Feb 2024 • 2 yrs 8 mosContent management and development: content calendars, scheduling through Hootsuite on all social platforms, optimization, analytics & reporting Creating and maintaining a strong online presence and organic social strategy to achieve the goals of both clients and internal agency projects Copywriting for organic and paid social, long-form blog, and email content Delegating tasks to graphic design team for assets and creative Conducting research with clients; curating content from industry-relevant sources Supporting Google Ads paid search campaigns and search term optimization
P

Blog Copywriter & Editor

Pet Valet - Pangea ClientOct 2022 - Dec 2022 • 3 mosWriting engaging, informative blog posts for content marketing of NYC-based upscale pet care service Designing on-brand headers and graphics for blog pages Copy writing and editing website
D

Copywriter

Defensible Tech - Pangea ClientDec 2022 - Mar 2023 • 3 mosWriting copy for overhaul of informational web pages, marketing strategy consulting - cybersecurity SaaS
S

Copywriter

Slick UX - Pangea ClientNov 2022 - Mar 2023 • 4 mosWriting case studies and blogs for UI/UX agency to showcase their work and past client successes
S

Marketing Operations Specialist

SpellBound AROct 2020 - Jun 2021 • 8 mosDeveloped foundational digital strategy and brand voice for healthcare tech startup Created graphics and copy for social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn posts); ran targeted paid campaigns Built company infrastructure: developing all HubSpot contact management and automated workflows, internal Notion pages Email marketing: targeted outreach, pursuing warm leads, fostering relationships with current customers & spokespeople/influencers Created customer-facing collateral & product documentation Managed industry-relevant content schedule with 3rd party guest writers; copy editing & optimizing blog posts for SEO and retention Designed landing pages on Webflow, HubSpot, and Squarespace Project management of webinars & virtual events Executed a design, SEO, and UX overhaul of website homepage, resulting in decreased bounce rate
K

Copywriter

Keenya Kelly LLCJun 2020 - Aug 2020 • 3 mos(Short-term internship role) Wrote sales copy, emails, blog posts, and podcast content for branding and business consulting entrepreneur Worked as a remote team to rebrand website and all social media platforms, resulting in massive growth of audience & engagement: TikTok grew from 33k followers to 60k Instagram grew from 4k followers to 7.6k
I

Social Media & Event Coordinator

In The Band Music StudioMar 2019 - Mar 2020 • 1 yr 1 moCreated written content, shot & edited videos, and photos covering recent events to post on studio's website and social media pages Managed communications with both existing and potential artists/clients Planned, promoted, and facilitated concerts & events with up to 150 people; responsible for on-site coordination and scheduling
P

Blog Writer & Content Creator

Personal BlogOct 2019 - Jan 2021 • 1 yr 4 mosCreated original blog content, maintaining a consistent posting schedule of 15+ articles per month to engage readers and build an audience Topics mainly include music reviews, Internet content creation & monetization, commentary on current events, and lifestyle Accepted into Boost Program in February 2020 in recognition of valuable contribution to the platform, receiving increased compensation & acknowledgement Featured on Discover front page over 10 times
C

Member Service Representative

Community Financial Credit UnionMay 2018 - Oct 2020 • 2 yrs 6 mosProvided exceptional member service while performing transactions quickly and accurately Used extensive knowledge of current promotions, services, and products in order to improve members' financial well-being Trained new MSR's to proficiency in multiple softwares, security protocol, and efficiency in complicated transactions
V

Marketing Project Manager

Verve Credit Union- Coordinate and manage mid-level marketing and communications campaigns from initiation through completion, including task management in Adobe Workfront. - Oversee the intake of ad hoc projects, ensuring timely and efficient execution. - Ensure that campaigns are tracked, digital assets are saved appropriately, and approvals are documented. - Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment and clarity on project objectives and timelines. - Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders to drive collaboration and support. - Track relevant metrics using analytics tools, monitor KPIs, and report to department leadership on effectiveness. - Develop compelling strategy and effective copy for various marketing materials and owned media, including emails, social media posts, landing pages, digital displays, and more. - Ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines and messaging. - Assist with completing market and competitive research, monitoring industry trends and customer behaviors, and identifying target audiences
Reviews
Exceeds Expectations
Exceeds ExpectationsRecommended by clients 6 times.
Exceeds Expectations
Top EarnerHas earned $10k+ on Pangea.
Sophie has received Kudos for:
Time Management (1)
Reliability (4)
Independence (1)
Communication (1)

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"Sophie was amazing to work with. Super helpful. Went above and beyond to help us even though she was not feeling well"
S
Saleh H.Stealth AI Startup

Education

Washtenaw Community College

Associate Degree, JournalismAug 2017 - Apr 2019

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

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Managing your small business's social media campaigns + content | Agency, in-house, tech startup, and freelance experience | Chicago Based
I’m Sophie, a content marketer & writer with diverse social media management experience. From comic book shops to engineering firms to augmented reality apps - you name it, I've made an Instagram post for it. I've managed a successful personal blog, as well as written several types of long & short form copy for Pangea clients. My work history is balanced between both corporate positions and creative freelance work. The majority of my work experience has been with small companies and early-stage startups, so I'm used to being my own one-woman team, learning on the fly, and brainstorming the next move. Check out my full portfolio at www.sophie-dare.com!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like Sophie are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Sophie Dare

Content Marketing Manager • Social Media Marketing Specialist • Project Manager • Chicago, IL, US
Top Earner
Social Media
Content Writing
Email Marketing
HubSpot
CRM
Canva
Squarespace
Hootsuite
Healthcare
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles

Projects

Resume

Link to a viewable PDF of my resume.

Portfolio Website

Read more about me and my past work here!

Work History

U

Social Content, Influencer, and Automation Manager

Unik.ai - Pangea ClientApr 2023 - Oct 2024 • 1 yr 7 mos- Developing and executing a comprehensive content marketing plan that drives brand awareness and lead generation for four restaurant clients - Sourcing UGC, creating, and scheduling all social media posts - Analyzing and reporting on the effectiveness of content marketing campaigns - Writing and managing email marketing automations on Hubspot - Managing influencer database, communications, and deliverables
N

Marketing Content Specialist

New Why Web - Pangea ClientApr 2024 - Jan 2025 • 10 mos- Create strategic content calendars, design, and schedule social media content for New Why and clients on various social channels - Write compelling and SEO optimized blog posts for New Why and clients - Write client newsletters and lead capture and drip campaigns via Mailchimp - Maintain New Why’s monthly company newsletter - Plan and create lead capture and email nurture campaigns for New Why and our clients
M

Social Media Manager

Mondo LLCFeb 2024 - Oct 2024 • 9 mosDesigning, writing copy, and scheduling social media posts for multiple small business clients in the Western Rockies area
F

Influencer and Community Manager

Find The Good BrandOct 2023 - Dec 2023 • 3 mos- Organized and launched Creator Program for D2C e-commerce clothing brand targeted towards Gen Z - Outreach and recruitment of influencers to join the brand's Creator Program - Managing email inquiries, onboarding new creators to PR list, coordinating Shopify orders - Creating organizational infrastructure to track creators
Q

Social Media Content Manager

Q+M AgencyJul 2021 - Feb 2024 • 2 yrs 8 mosContent management and development: content calendars, scheduling through Hootsuite on all social platforms, optimization, analytics & reporting Creating and maintaining a strong online presence and organic social strategy to achieve the goals of both clients and internal agency projects Copywriting for organic and paid social, long-form blog, and email content Delegating tasks to graphic design team for assets and creative Conducting research with clients; curating content from industry-relevant sources Supporting Google Ads paid search campaigns and search term optimization
P

Blog Copywriter & Editor

Pet Valet - Pangea ClientOct 2022 - Dec 2022 • 3 mosWriting engaging, informative blog posts for content marketing of NYC-based upscale pet care service Designing on-brand headers and graphics for blog pages Copy writing and editing website
D

Copywriter

Defensible Tech - Pangea ClientDec 2022 - Mar 2023 • 3 mosWriting copy for overhaul of informational web pages, marketing strategy consulting - cybersecurity SaaS
S

Copywriter

Slick UX - Pangea ClientNov 2022 - Mar 2023 • 4 mosWriting case studies and blogs for UI/UX agency to showcase their work and past client successes
S

Marketing Operations Specialist

SpellBound AROct 2020 - Jun 2021 • 8 mosDeveloped foundational digital strategy and brand voice for healthcare tech startup Created graphics and copy for social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn posts); ran targeted paid campaigns Built company infrastructure: developing all HubSpot contact management and automated workflows, internal Notion pages Email marketing: targeted outreach, pursuing warm leads, fostering relationships with current customers & spokespeople/influencers Created customer-facing collateral & product documentation Managed industry-relevant content schedule with 3rd party guest writers; copy editing & optimizing blog posts for SEO and retention Designed landing pages on Webflow, HubSpot, and Squarespace Project management of webinars & virtual events Executed a design, SEO, and UX overhaul of website homepage, resulting in decreased bounce rate
K

Copywriter

Keenya Kelly LLCJun 2020 - Aug 2020 • 3 mos(Short-term internship role) Wrote sales copy, emails, blog posts, and podcast content for branding and business consulting entrepreneur Worked as a remote team to rebrand website and all social media platforms, resulting in massive growth of audience & engagement: TikTok grew from 33k followers to 60k Instagram grew from 4k followers to 7.6k
I

Social Media & Event Coordinator

In The Band Music StudioMar 2019 - Mar 2020 • 1 yr 1 moCreated written content, shot & edited videos, and photos covering recent events to post on studio's website and social media pages Managed communications with both existing and potential artists/clients Planned, promoted, and facilitated concerts & events with up to 150 people; responsible for on-site coordination and scheduling
P

Blog Writer & Content Creator

Personal BlogOct 2019 - Jan 2021 • 1 yr 4 mosCreated original blog content, maintaining a consistent posting schedule of 15+ articles per month to engage readers and build an audience Topics mainly include music reviews, Internet content creation & monetization, commentary on current events, and lifestyle Accepted into Boost Program in February 2020 in recognition of valuable contribution to the platform, receiving increased compensation & acknowledgement Featured on Discover front page over 10 times
C

Member Service Representative

Community Financial Credit UnionMay 2018 - Oct 2020 • 2 yrs 6 mosProvided exceptional member service while performing transactions quickly and accurately Used extensive knowledge of current promotions, services, and products in order to improve members' financial well-being Trained new MSR's to proficiency in multiple softwares, security protocol, and efficiency in complicated transactions
V

Marketing Project Manager

Verve Credit Union- Coordinate and manage mid-level marketing and communications campaigns from initiation through completion, including task management in Adobe Workfront. - Oversee the intake of ad hoc projects, ensuring timely and efficient execution. - Ensure that campaigns are tracked, digital assets are saved appropriately, and approvals are documented. - Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment and clarity on project objectives and timelines. - Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders to drive collaboration and support. - Track relevant metrics using analytics tools, monitor KPIs, and report to department leadership on effectiveness. - Develop compelling strategy and effective copy for various marketing materials and owned media, including emails, social media posts, landing pages, digital displays, and more. - Ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines and messaging. - Assist with completing market and competitive research, monitoring industry trends and customer behaviors, and identifying target audiences
Reviews
Exceeds Expectations
Exceeds ExpectationsRecommended by clients 6 times.
Exceeds Expectations
Top EarnerHas earned $10k+ on Pangea.
Sophie has received Kudos for:
Time Management (1)
Reliability (4)
Independence (1)
Communication (1)

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua.

"Sophie was amazing to work with. Super helpful. Went above and beyond to help us even though she was not feeling well"
S
Saleh H.Stealth AI Startup

Education

Washtenaw Community College

Associate Degree, JournalismAug 2017 - Apr 2019

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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