Hi, I’m Channin McNaughton, a Social Media Manager and Digital Content Specialist focused on storytelling and community growth. I develop and execute strategic content plans that increase followers and drive engagement, with a track record of expanding audiences beyond niche markets. I bring hands-on experience in content creation for local government and community spaces, using tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Canva to craft compelling campaigns. I love turning data into stories that inspire people to visit, explore, and participate.

Channin McNaughton

Hi, I’m Channin McNaughton, a Social Media Manager and Digital Content Specialist focused on storytelling and community growth. I develop and execute strategic content plans that increase followers and drive engagement, with a track record of expanding audiences beyond niche markets. I bring hands-on experience in content creation for local government and community spaces, using tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Canva to craft compelling campaigns. I love turning data into stories that inspire people to visit, explore, and participate.

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Hi, I’m Channin McNaughton, a Social Media Manager and Digital Content Specialist focused on storytelling and community growth. I develop and execute strategic content plans that increase followers and drive engagement, with a track record of expanding audiences beyond niche markets.

I bring hands-on experience in content creation for local government and community spaces, using tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Canva to craft compelling campaigns. I love turning data into stories that inspire people to visit, explore, and participate.

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Work Experience

Digital Content Creator at City of Cleveland
March 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Spring 2024 senior project: created a social media campaign to highlight the city’s historic districts and landmarks; conducted interviews with local business owners and street interviews with residents to craft engaging content that inspires visits and exploration.
Social Media Manager at Soulcraft Makerspace
September 1, 2022 - Present
Developed and executed a 6-month Instagram content plan as an independent strategist, increasing followers by 160% (800 to 2,000) and expanding community engagement by 200% (10,000 to 30,000 page visitors). Achieved 485% revenue growth through a holistic approach including social media strategy, web design improvements, community outreach, and curriculum strengthening as an administrator.
Digital Content Producer at Soulcraft Makerspace
September 1, 2022 - Present
Created social media strategy, implemented brand culture and philosophies of learning through digital messaging; instructing design-based problem solving in woodworking.
Social Media Manager at Soulcraft Makerspace
March 1, 2020 - Present
Creative outreach through digital flyers for Christian church; inspirational messages for targeted audiences.

Education

Communications Major with Digital Content Production Minor at Cleveland State University
January 11, 2030 - March 2, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Digital Content Production Minor at Cleveland State University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Google Analytics Certification
September 1, 2024 - March 2, 2026
Hootsuite Social Media Marketing Certification
September 1, 2024 - March 2, 2026
Google Analytics Certification
September 1, 2024 - April 12, 2026
Hootsuite Social Media Marketing Certification
September 1, 2024 - April 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Government