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Grow your brand awareness
Emily
Brand Marketer / Growth Marketer
Sioux Falls, SD
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Emily is a senior brand and marketing strategist with experience leading go-to-market strategy, campaign execution, and digital growth for consumer brands. She spent six years at Smashburger, where she led national marketing initiatives, supported 12% growth in key menu categories, and played a central role in product launches and a full brand relaunch following acquisition. In 2022, Emily was named one of QSR Magazine’s 35 Young Leaders to Watch for her leadership and impact in fast casual.
Today, Emily works with growth-stage brands in a fractional capacity, providing guidance, strategic support, and hands-on execution to help teams navigate complex marketing challenges. She partners closely with founders and lean teams to bring clarity to big problems, prioritize the right opportunities, and build momentum toward sustainable growth.
Paid Consulting Call
$
125
Hourly Freelance Work
Hourly rate for ad-hoc freelance work
Per hour
$
65
Monthly Retainer
flexible, ongoing marketing support based on what a brand needs most at the time. This may include strategy and planning, hands-on execution, website and SEO support, email and SMS campaigns, social and paid media coordination, and general project management. The goal is to provide consistent momentum and senior-level support without the commitment of a full-time role.
Starting at
$
900
Marketing Strategy Audit
A high-level review of your current marketing efforts across channels, messaging, and customer journey. I identify gaps, opportunities, and quick wins, then deliver a clear, prioritized roadmap outlining what to focus on next, why it matters, and how to execute for impact.
Starting at
$
500
Landing Page Design
Design and optimization of a focused, conversion-driven landing page — including layout, messaging hierarchy, and calls to action. I can also support copywriting and SEO best practices to ensure the page is clear, compelling, and discoverable, with an emphasis on user experience and conversion.
Starting at
$
750
SEO Audit
A comprehensive audit of your website’s SEO foundation, including on-page content, structure, keywords, and technical considerations. I provide clear, actionable recommendations to improve visibility, rankings, and organic traffic over time.
Starting at
$
650
Paid Consulting Call
$
125
Hourly Freelance Work
Hourly rate for ad-hoc freelance work
Per hour
$
65
Monthly Retainer
flexible, ongoing marketing support based on what a brand needs most at the time. This may include strategy and planning, hands-on execution, website and SEO support, email and SMS campaigns, social and paid media coordination, and general project management. The goal is to provide consistent momentum and senior-level support without the commitment of a full-time role.
Starting at
$
900
Marketing Strategy Audit
A high-level review of your current marketing efforts across channels, messaging, and customer journey. I identify gaps, opportunities, and quick wins, then deliver a clear, prioritized roadmap outlining what to focus on next, why it matters, and how to execute for impact.
Starting at
$
500
Landing Page Design
Design and optimization of a focused, conversion-driven landing page — including layout, messaging hierarchy, and calls to action. I can also support copywriting and SEO best practices to ensure the page is clear, compelling, and discoverable, with an emphasis on user experience and conversion.
Starting at
$
750
SEO Audit
A comprehensive audit of your website’s SEO foundation, including on-page content, structure, keywords, and technical considerations. I provide clear, actionable recommendations to improve visibility, rankings, and organic traffic over time.
Starting at
$
650
Skills
Brand Marketing
Campaign Management
Campaign Strategy
Email Marketing
Growth Strategy
Marketing Strategy
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Copywriting
Project Management
Web Design
Blog Writing
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Wordpress
Industry Experience
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Health & Beauty
Handmade & Custom Goods
Industrial & Scientific Supplies
Brand Experience
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