I’m a creative and analytically driven communications, marketing and strategy professional working at the intersection of culture, narrative, and behavior. My cross-disciplinary background spans corporate, agency, and creator-led environments, and I combine anthropological insight with creative strategy to design communication systems and campaigns that resonate deeply and perform. I currently design internal communication ecosystems at Rituals Cosmetics to align global storytelling with frontline retail experiences, while also serving as Head of Creative & Growth at ReAgency, where I lead creative direction and growth initiatives for positive-impact organizations. I blend research, storytelling, and behavioral insight to drive meaningful engagement and measurable impact. I am developing my own consultancy agency and am excited to explore freelance opportunities aligned with my future goals!

Haley Carpenter

I’m a creative and analytically driven communications, marketing and strategy professional working at the intersection of culture, narrative, and behavior. My cross-disciplinary background spans corporate, agency, and creator-led environments, and I combine anthropological insight with creative strategy to design communication systems and campaigns that resonate deeply and perform. I currently design internal communication ecosystems at Rituals Cosmetics to align global storytelling with frontline retail experiences, while also serving as Head of Creative & Growth at ReAgency, where I lead creative direction and growth initiatives for positive-impact organizations. I blend research, storytelling, and behavioral insight to drive meaningful engagement and measurable impact. I am developing my own consultancy agency and am excited to explore freelance opportunities aligned with my future goals!

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I’m a creative and analytically driven communications, marketing and strategy professional working at the intersection of culture, narrative, and behavior. My cross-disciplinary background spans corporate, agency, and creator-led environments, and I combine anthropological insight with creative strategy to design communication systems and campaigns that resonate deeply and perform.

I currently design internal communication ecosystems at Rituals Cosmetics to align global storytelling with frontline retail experiences, while also serving as Head of Creative & Growth at ReAgency, where I lead creative direction and growth initiatives for positive-impact organizations. I blend research, storytelling, and behavioral insight to drive meaningful engagement and measurable impact.

I am developing my own consultancy agency and am excited to explore freelance opportunities aligned with my future goals!

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Advanced
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Head of Creative & Growth at ReAgency
January 1, 2026 - Present
Leading the agency’s creative direction and overseeing the development of connection-driven, high-impact communication frameworks, top-tier social media content and campaign strategies; designing applied communication research initiatives including A/B testing and behavioral experimentation; developing influencer partnerships; guiding brand presence across channels and media relationships; driving new business; building the creative team and internship program; establishing workflows and quality standards.
Creative Manager at ReAgency
November 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Developed brand narrative and creative strategy for global mission-based clients; shaped communication frameworks to strengthen trust and emotional resonance; ensured brand storytelling remained central across digital, editorial, and experiential channels; advised teams on narrative clarity and message architecture; developed influencer strategies; managed 2 direct reports; built stakeholder relationships; produced proposals.
Communications Advisor at Rituals Cosmetics
February 1, 2026 - Present
Advise on strategic direction for global retail communications; oversee global retail editorial calendar and scalable content systems; develop content infrastructures; measure internal campaigns against business results; embed wellbeing focus; lead AI integration in communication workflows; design workshops; define human-centered AI approach for retail organization.
Communications Specialist at Rituals Cosmetics
February 1, 2025 - February 1, 2026
Drive cross-department collaboration for internal communications across 17 countries and 10+ languages; conduct channel audits and implement tailored content supports and frameworks that increased engagement; redesign in-app internal channel system serving 13,000+ employees; created 21 dashboards and led Wellbeing Community relaunch; trained an internal AI agent reducing content workload by 68%; defined updated KPI metrics.
Retail Communications Intern at Rituals Cosmetics
September 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
Supported content creation, platform management and campaign messaging; co-executed internal events and large-scale broadcast; built scalable content moderation tracking tool; developed internal programs and a strategic proposal for transforming Rituals toward iconic wellbeing.
Research Intern at University of Amsterdam
June 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Supported EuroSEAS Conference experience team; conducted surveys, interviews and observations; produced qualitative insights and actionable evaluation report to inform experience design decisions.
Board Secretary & Travel Coordinator at Cultural Anthropology Study Association
August 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Managed internal operations and communications; revived study trip program with campaigns increasing attendance; planned logistics and budgeting for multi-department collaborations.
Co-founder, Managing Director at ATMSPHR
November 1, 2018 - September 1, 2021
Led a 5-person team to develop a personalized wellbeing program; ran 6 full trial programs; designed brand identity and marketing strategy; built organic waitlist; managed scheduling and operations.
Content Creator & Community Manager at YouTube
October 1, 2014 - September 1, 2018
Built and managed a beauty, lifestyle and commentary channel; developed full content strategy; partnered with brands; grew to 600K+ views, 21.9K subscribers with high engagement; launched merchandise line.
Sales Associate at Abercrombie & Fitch
October 1, 2014 - September 1, 2016
Supported daily store operations and customer engagement for a globally recognized retail brand; gained exposure to brand standards and customer experience in a fast-paced setting.

Education

Bachelor’s of Science at University of Amsterdam
September 1, 2022 - June 1, 2025

Qualifications

AI Trainer: Communication, Content & Campaigns (Micro1)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026
Brand Management (University of London)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026
Introduction to Marketing (University of Pennsylvania)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026
The Science of Wellbeing (Yale University)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026
Modern Art & Ideas (Museum of Modern Art)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026
The Value of Kind Leadership (Good Habits)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026
Creation & Branding, Retail & Client Experience (Inside LVMH Certificate)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026
Generative AI Data Analyst (Vanderbilt University)
January 11, 2030 - June 15, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Education