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I'm Courtney Griffin, a social media strategist and photographer with 15+ years of experience building engaged online communities and creating visual content across platforms. I specialize in developing authentic brand voices, influencer collaborations, and event promotion for arts and culture. My work blends photography, copywriting, and storytelling to highlight contemporary art, LGBTQIA+ culture, and community perspectives. I thrive in collaborative environments—from galleries and museums to independent projects and local scenes.…I'm Courtney Griffin, a social media strategist and photographer with 15+ years of experience building engaged online communities and creating visual content across platforms. I specialize in developing authentic brand voices, influencer collaborations, and event promotion for arts and culture. My work blends photography, copywriting, and storytelling to highlight contemporary art, LGBTQIA+ culture, and community perspectives. I thrive in collaborative environments—from galleries and museums to independent projects and local scenes.

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I'm Courtney Griffin, a social media strategist and photographer with 15+ years of experience building engaged online communities and creating visual content across platforms. I specialize in developing authentic brand voices, influencer collaborations, and event promotion for arts and culture. My work blends photography, copywriting, and storytelling to highlight contemporary art, LGBTQIA+ culture, and community perspectives. I thrive in collaborative environments—from galleries and museums to independent projects and local scenes.…I'm Courtney Griffin, a social media strategist and photographer with 15+ years of experience building engaged online communities and creating visual content across platforms. I specialize in developing authentic brand voices, influencer collaborations, and event promotion for arts and culture. My work blends photography, copywriting, and storytelling to highlight contemporary art, LGBTQIA+ culture, and community perspectives. I thrive in collaborative environments—from galleries and museums to independent projects and local scenes.

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I’m Courtney Griffin, a social media strategist and photographer with 15+ years of experience building engaged online communities and creating visual content across platforms. I specialize in developing authentic brand voices, influencer collaborations, and event promotion for arts and culture.

My work blends photography, copywriting, and storytelling to highlight contemporary art, LGBTQIA+ culture, and community perspectives. I thrive in collaborative environments—from galleries and museums to independent projects and local scenes.

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Experience Level

Expert

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Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Founder and Promoter at Queerly Beloved

January 1, 2009 - Present

Founder and promoter of Queerly Beloved (2009–present): Grew Instagram from 500 to 3,000+ followers over 3 years via strategic content planning, consistent posting, and community engagement. Led annual social media campaigns for a large-scale pride event, increasing attendance from 900 to 1,300+. Produced all visual content (photography, graphics, video) using Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, and Canva. Managed multi-platform presence (Instagram, Facebook) with a cohesive brand voice. Built influencer partnerships and cross-promotional collaborations; coordinated activations to boost visibility. Monitored community engagement; analyzed insights to optimize performance. Maintained content calendar using Google Calendar and scheduling tools.

Professional Photographer & Content Creator at Independent Practice

January 1, 2002 - Present

Professional Photographer & Content Creator (2002–present): Built and maintain photography practice with 15,000+ followers on Instagram and 40k on X/Twitter. Create original visual content focusing on environmental portraiture, photojournalism, and LGBTQIA+ cultural documentation. Maintain consistent posting strategy and engage authentically with diverse online communities. Published photographer with work featured in online and print publications. Experienced with platform-specific content optimization and visual storytelling across social channels.

Columnist in Residence at SFMoMA Open Space

January 1, 2019 - October 11, 2025

Columnist in Residence (2019): Created written and visual content for SFMoMA Open Space's experimental digital platform exploring contemporary art, community, and cultural representation. Collaborated with editorial team on content strategy, research, and audience engagement. Developed understanding of museum voice, institutional priorities, and arts-focused content.

Graduate Assistant to the Director of Wellness at California College of the Arts

January 1, 2017 - October 11, 2025

Graduate Assistant to the Director of Wellness (2016–2017): Authored weekly newsletters addressing identity, sexuality, and expression; produced event promotional materials. Coordinated cross-department communications and managed content calendar; ensured consistency with institutional voice and visual identity.

Assistant to the Editor in Chief / Ad Manager at Girlfriends Magazine & On Our Backs Magazine

January 1, 2006 - October 11, 2025

Assistant to the Editor in Chief / Ad Manager (2005–2006): Managed editorial operations including art procurement, copywriting, copyediting, and content scheduling. Conducted interviews, research, and ghostwriting for publication content. Administered advertising partnerships and vendor relationships. Maintained publication deadlines and coordinated with contributors and external partners.

Arts & Entertainment Editor at TCC Challenger

January 1, 2000 - October 11, 2025

Arts & Entertainment Editor (1998–2000): Specialized in photography and writing about local art and music for biweekly college publication. Created original photographic content and wrote articles covering cultural events and artists.

Opening Consultant & Coordinator at Hairpin & Strop Salon

January 1, 2025 - October 11, 2025

Opening Consultant & Coordinator (2025): Managed branding, website design, and marketing strategy for new business launch. Coordinated opening event and community outreach. Developed social media presence and promotional materials.

Freelance Artist & Web Designer at Freelance

January 1, 2010 - Present

Freelance Artist & Web Designer (2010–present): Created and maintained websites for artists and small businesses; produced multimedia projects exhibited in galleries and cultural venues.

Founder and Promoter at Queerly Beloved

January 1, 2009 - Present

Grew Instagram from 500 to 3,000+; led annual social media campaigns for a large pride event, boosting attendance from 900 to 1,300+; created all visual content (photos, graphics, video) using Adobe Creative Suite; managed multi-platform presence, brand voice, and influencer partnerships; coordinated activations and cross-promotions; monitored engagement, responded to community, and optimized strategy via analytics; maintained content calendar and partner relationships.

Professional Photographer & Content Creator at Independent Practice

January 1, 2002 - Present

Built and maintained photography presence with 15,000+ followers on Instagram and 40k on X/Twitter; specializes in environmental portraiture, photojournalism, and LGBTQIA+ cultural documentation; developed posting strategy and engaged diverse online communities; published work in online and print publications.

Columnist in Residence at SFMoMA Open Space

January 1, 2019 - Present

Created written and visual content for SFMoMA's experimental digital platform exploring contemporary art, community, and cultural representation; collaborated with editorial team on content strategy and audience engagement; developed museum voice and institutional perspectives.

Graduate Assistant to the Director of Wellness at California College of the Arts

January 1, 2017 - October 11, 2025

Authored and published weekly newsletters addressing identity, sexuality, and expression; created event promotional materials; coordinated cross-department communications and managed content calendar; ensured consistency with institutional voice.

Assistant to the Editor in Chief / Ad Manager at Girlfriends Magazine & On Our Backs Magazine

January 1, 2006 - October 11, 2025

Managed editorial operations including art procurement, copywriting, copyediting, and content scheduling; conducted interviews and ghostwriting; administered advertising partnerships and vendor relationships; maintained publication deadlines.

Arts & Entertainment Editor at TCC Challenger

January 1, 2000 - October 11, 2025

Specialized in photography and writing about local art and music for biweekly college publication; created original photographic content and wrote articles covering cultural events and artists.

Opening Consultant & Coordinator at Hairpin & Strop Salon

January 1, 2025 - Present

Managed branding, website design, and marketing strategy for a new business launch; coordinated opening event and community outreach; developed social media presence and promotional materials.

Freelance Artist & Web Designer at Independent Practice

January 1, 2010 - Present

Created and maintained websites for artists and small businesses; produced multimedia projects exhibited in galleries and cultural venues.