Top Talent like Will 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.

Will Bristol

Brand Designer
Creative & Brand Strategist
Growth Marketing Manager
Omaha, NE, US
Marketing Strategy
Design
Creative Marketing
Adobe Creative Suite
Content Creation
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Marketing Leader | Creative Strategist | Music Enthusiast
I’m a growth-focused marketing leader with a unique blend of lifecycle marketing, CRM management, creative strategy, and design expertise—backed by over a decade of experience across e-commerce, health, education, and music industries. I thrive at the intersection of creativity and operational excellence—crafting strategies, building processes, and delivering campaigns that not only look good but also drive results. I'm always looking to grow, collaborate, and find meaningful ways to connect people with products and experiences they care about.

Projects

Marketing: What Not to Do

Skip the trial-and-error and fast-track your marketing success with Marketing: What Not To Do, a practical eGuide that helps you avoid the most common (and costly) mistakes marketers make. Whether you're setting timelines, planning content, launching campaigns, or optimizing results, this guide walks you through real-world scenarios with actionable advice you can use today. Perfect for freelancers, small business owners, and growing marketing teams, this PDF cuts through the fluff to give you direct, experience-based insights on how to build better strategies, test effectively, and develop standout brand content that doesn’t get lost in the noise.See More

Work History

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Ecommerce Merchandiser

Vosges Haut-ChocolatResponsible for driving online sales growth by crafting an elevated, seamless, and story-driven digital shopping experience that reflects the Vosges Haute-Chocolat brand. This role manages online product presentation, merchandising strategy, and conversion optimization across our direct-to-consumer channels — ensuring that every digital touchpoint delivers the sensory magic of our chocolate.
W

Marketing Specialist | Designer | Brand Strategist

William V BristolAs a marketing specialist and brand strategist, I help businesses build strong, intentional brands through strategic planning, targeted messaging, and consistent visual identity. My work spans campaign development, audience segmentation, and lifecycle marketing, with design serving as a tool to support clarity and engagement. I approach every project with a problem-solving mindset—whether refining a brand’s positioning, launching a new initiative, or coordinating outsourced deliverables. I’m transparent, collaborative, and focused on outcomes that drive awareness, conversion, and long-term customer value.
I

Digital Marketing Manager

Immanence HealthOct 2023 - Jun 2025 • 1 yr 9 mosAs the Digital Marketing Manager, my role involves supporting the marketing functions for Dr. Christine Schaffner, while working collaboratively with the e-commerce store, Immanence Ipothecary, and the Immanence Health clinics. I'm here to craft and enhance processes, systems, and mechanisms to help our company grow. I'm committed to aligning these strategies with our company's goals and vision to drive success.
T

Engagement Marketing Manager

TrueFire StudiosJun 2022 - Sep 2023 • 1 yr 4 mosAt TrueFire Studios, I played a pivotal role in optimizing marketing efforts across several brands to drive growth and enhance customer retention. By managing communications across all direct-to-consumer channels, I ensured that our messaging resonated with subscribers. My collaboration with stakeholders allowed us to refine our strategies and improve overall engagement.
T

Email Marketing Specialist

TrueFire StudiosSep 2021 - Jun 2022 • 10 mosI played a pivotal role in enhancing brand communications through effective email, SMS, and push marketing strategies. My responsibilities included managing communications and optimizing D2C channels for various brands, ensuring a cohesive and engaging customer experience.
C

Brand Manager

Chicago Music ExchangeFeb 2020 - Sep 2021 • 1 yr 8 mosManage a stellar team of marketers from copy writing to social strategist while implementing and overseeing campaigns, tools, and the levers of our marketing machine. Selling, educating, and entertaining are the goals!
C

Lead Designer

Chicago Music ExchangeAug 2017 - Feb 2020 • 2 yrs 7 mosImplement and collaborate with the marketing team to show off the best collection of vintage instruments and awesome happenings at one of the coolest music stores in the country.
P

Designer

PS GreetingsNov 2015 - Nov 2017 • 2 yrs 1 moDesigner, Illustrator, and Copywriter for all seasons. Products include but are not limited to greeting cards, stickers, packaging design, buttons, textiles, and promotional materials.
B

Manager

Buck RecordsSep 2013 - Sep 2016 • 3 yrs 1 moAn independent record label run by me. I accept and release demos and work from artists I admire and enjoy. I hope to release mostly EPs and singles as these appeal to me because of their uniqueness and brevity. It is a passion of mine I hope to continue working on for the foreseeable future.
D

Domestic Sales / Warehouse Manager / Radio Promotion

Drag CityAug 2011 - Nov 2015 • 4 yrs 4 mosResponsible for all logistics and maintenance/storage of any materials made by or distributed by Drag City Inc. Including working with domestic and international logistics companies as well as seeing to it goods are processed and received properly. I also am responsible for overseeing/recruiting interns, maintaining all mail-order/customer service duties and website updates/responsibilities in these areas. This includes accounting for any discrepancies or problems the site may have in these areas, and I deal with any customers who are dissatisfied/misinformed (those who deal directly with us). Also responsible for recruiting/keeping up with distributors/stores within the US with whom we deal. Attending to their financial records and any customer service type issues they have. Along with that finding new niches in which to sell our merchandise and get our artists exposure. I handle radio promotion, who we outsource to (if we do) and any logistics/communication between radio, our press, and our artists.

Education

University of Central Florida

Art B.F.A., Graphic Design2006 - 2010

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.
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Marketing Leader | Creative Strategist | Music Enthusiast
I’m a growth-focused marketing leader with a unique blend of lifecycle marketing, CRM management, creative strategy, and design expertise—backed by over a decade of experience across e-commerce, health, education, and music industries. I thrive at the intersection of creativity and operational excellence—crafting strategies, building processes, and delivering campaigns that not only look good but also drive results. I'm always looking to grow, collaborate, and find meaningful ways to connect people with products and experiences they care about.

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 Will 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.

Will Bristol

Brand Designer
Creative & Brand Strategist
Growth Marketing Manager
Omaha, NE, US
Marketing Strategy
Design
Creative Marketing
Adobe Creative Suite
Content Creation
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Projects

Marketing: What Not to Do

Skip the trial-and-error and fast-track your marketing success with Marketing: What Not To Do, a practical eGuide that helps you avoid the most common (and costly) mistakes marketers make. Whether you're setting timelines, planning content, launching campaigns, or optimizing results, this guide walks you through real-world scenarios with actionable advice you can use today. Perfect for freelancers, small business owners, and growing marketing teams, this PDF cuts through the fluff to give you direct, experience-based insights on how to build better strategies, test effectively, and develop standout brand content that doesn’t get lost in the noise.

Work History

V

Ecommerce Merchandiser

Vosges Haut-ChocolatResponsible for driving online sales growth by crafting an elevated, seamless, and story-driven digital shopping experience that reflects the Vosges Haute-Chocolat brand. This role manages online product presentation, merchandising strategy, and conversion optimization across our direct-to-consumer channels — ensuring that every digital touchpoint delivers the sensory magic of our chocolate.
W

Marketing Specialist | Designer | Brand Strategist

William V BristolAs a marketing specialist and brand strategist, I help businesses build strong, intentional brands through strategic planning, targeted messaging, and consistent visual identity. My work spans campaign development, audience segmentation, and lifecycle marketing, with design serving as a tool to support clarity and engagement. I approach every project with a problem-solving mindset—whether refining a brand’s positioning, launching a new initiative, or coordinating outsourced deliverables. I’m transparent, collaborative, and focused on outcomes that drive awareness, conversion, and long-term customer value.
I

Digital Marketing Manager

Immanence HealthOct 2023 - Jun 2025 • 1 yr 9 mosAs the Digital Marketing Manager, my role involves supporting the marketing functions for Dr. Christine Schaffner, while working collaboratively with the e-commerce store, Immanence Ipothecary, and the Immanence Health clinics. I'm here to craft and enhance processes, systems, and mechanisms to help our company grow. I'm committed to aligning these strategies with our company's goals and vision to drive success.
T

Engagement Marketing Manager

TrueFire StudiosJun 2022 - Sep 2023 • 1 yr 4 mosAt TrueFire Studios, I played a pivotal role in optimizing marketing efforts across several brands to drive growth and enhance customer retention. By managing communications across all direct-to-consumer channels, I ensured that our messaging resonated with subscribers. My collaboration with stakeholders allowed us to refine our strategies and improve overall engagement.
T

Email Marketing Specialist

TrueFire StudiosSep 2021 - Jun 2022 • 10 mosI played a pivotal role in enhancing brand communications through effective email, SMS, and push marketing strategies. My responsibilities included managing communications and optimizing D2C channels for various brands, ensuring a cohesive and engaging customer experience.
C

Brand Manager

Chicago Music ExchangeFeb 2020 - Sep 2021 • 1 yr 8 mosManage a stellar team of marketers from copy writing to social strategist while implementing and overseeing campaigns, tools, and the levers of our marketing machine. Selling, educating, and entertaining are the goals!
C

Lead Designer

Chicago Music ExchangeAug 2017 - Feb 2020 • 2 yrs 7 mosImplement and collaborate with the marketing team to show off the best collection of vintage instruments and awesome happenings at one of the coolest music stores in the country.
P

Designer

PS GreetingsNov 2015 - Nov 2017 • 2 yrs 1 moDesigner, Illustrator, and Copywriter for all seasons. Products include but are not limited to greeting cards, stickers, packaging design, buttons, textiles, and promotional materials.
B

Manager

Buck RecordsSep 2013 - Sep 2016 • 3 yrs 1 moAn independent record label run by me. I accept and release demos and work from artists I admire and enjoy. I hope to release mostly EPs and singles as these appeal to me because of their uniqueness and brevity. It is a passion of mine I hope to continue working on for the foreseeable future.
D

Domestic Sales / Warehouse Manager / Radio Promotion

Drag CityAug 2011 - Nov 2015 • 4 yrs 4 mosResponsible for all logistics and maintenance/storage of any materials made by or distributed by Drag City Inc. Including working with domestic and international logistics companies as well as seeing to it goods are processed and received properly. I also am responsible for overseeing/recruiting interns, maintaining all mail-order/customer service duties and website updates/responsibilities in these areas. This includes accounting for any discrepancies or problems the site may have in these areas, and I deal with any customers who are dissatisfied/misinformed (those who deal directly with us). Also responsible for recruiting/keeping up with distributors/stores within the US with whom we deal. Attending to their financial records and any customer service type issues they have. Along with that finding new niches in which to sell our merchandise and get our artists exposure. I handle radio promotion, who we outsource to (if we do) and any logistics/communication between radio, our press, and our artists.

Education

University of Central Florida

Art B.F.A., Graphic Design2006 - 2010

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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