I'm Jaime Valenzuela, a Digital Marketing & Social Media Executive with experience across the UAE and UK, supporting multi-brand campaigns in retail and lifestyle sectors. I'm skilled in content creation, SEO, and performance analysis, with a strong focus on driving engagement, growth, and brand visibility. Now based in the Algarve, I bring international experience to support local businesses and growing brands.

Jaime Valenzuela

I'm Jaime Valenzuela, a Digital Marketing & Social Media Executive with experience across the UAE and UK, supporting multi-brand campaigns in retail and lifestyle sectors. I'm skilled in content creation, SEO, and performance analysis, with a strong focus on driving engagement, growth, and brand visibility. Now based in the Algarve, I bring international experience to support local businesses and growing brands.

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I’m Jaime Valenzuela, a Digital Marketing & Social Media Executive with experience across the UAE and UK, supporting multi-brand campaigns in retail and lifestyle sectors. I’m skilled in content creation, SEO, and performance analysis, with a strong focus on driving engagement, growth, and brand visibility.

Now based in the Algarve, I bring international experience to support local businesses and growing brands.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Digital Marketing Manager at Jaluvabo Designs (Etsy Shop, Online)
August 1, 2024 - Present
Founded and currently manage an e-commerce brand offering customizable lifestyle products. Led branding, product development, and digital campaigns, increasing traffic and conversions. Ensured consistent brand identity across platforms including Canva, Kittl, and Adobe.
Operations Manager at Il Giardino, London
December 1, 2022 - August 22, 2025
Implemented The Fork booking system, boosting reservation efficiency by 50% and enhancing guest flow. Designed and launched seasonal offers and upselling strategies, achieving an 8% revenue increase. Supervised daily operations including staff scheduling, inventory, and team training to ensure service quality and customer satisfaction.
Social Media & Marketing Coordinator at Il Giardino, London
December 1, 2024 - August 22, 2025
Launched and managed social media campaigns, driving 35% follower growth and a 30% increase in customer acquisition. Implemented content strategies that boosted retention and improved click-through rates by 15% using Buffer analytics. Secured media exposure through partnerships with Netflix and BAFTA-nominated film Rye Lane, enhancing brand visibility.
Operations Manager at Il Giardino
December 31, 2022 - October 4, 2025
Introduced The Fork booking system, boosting efficiency and guest flow. Created seasonal offers and upselling strategies, raising revenue by 8%. Oversaw operations, staff scheduling, inventory, and training to ensure service quality. Supported business growth through strategic planning and process improvements.
Social Media & Marketing Coordinator at Il Giardino
December 31, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Grew followers by 35% and customer acquisition by 30% through SEO-driven campaigns. Increased retention and click-through rates by 15% with data-led strategies. Planned and executed multi-channel campaigns across social, email, and web. Secured brand exposure through partnerships with Netflix and BAFTA-nominated Rye Lane.
Founder & Digital Marketing Manager at Jaluva Bo Designs (Etsy Shop, Online)
August 1, 2024 - Present
Led branding and digital campaigns, driving traffic and conversions. Created engaging multi-media content across Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Built a personal brand and supported ecommerce operations.
Founder & Digital Marketing Manager at Jaluvabo Designs
August 1, 2024 - Present
Founded and manage a print-on-demand lifestyle brand from concept to launch. Execute multi-channel campaigns, driving traffic and conversions across social and e-commerce platforms. Create AI-generated product designs to enhance brand identity and differentiation. Manage content calendars and schedule posts across multiple platforms. Optimize product listings through SEO and keyword research to increase visibility and traffic. Manage content creation, performance tracking, and supplier coordination to ensure efficient operations.
Social Media & Marketing Intern at Azadea Group
October 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Supported 360° marketing campaigns across 6+ retail and F&B brands in the UAE. Planned and scheduled monthly content calendars aligned with regional launches. Tracked engagement, reach and CTR to support campaign performance reporting. Localised global campaigns for GCC markets while maintaining brand consistency. Collaborated with retail and CRM teams on integrated digital and in-store activations. Assisted in content production, including short-form video and photography.
Marketing Coordinator Associate at IssO Giardino
March 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Grew social media followers by 35% and customer acquisition by 30% through SEO-driven campaigns. Increased retention and click-through rates by 15% using data-led optimization strategies. Planned and executed multi-channel campaigns across social media and web platforms. Drove brand visibility through strategic media collaborations (Netflix). Conducted competitor research and performance analysis to support marketing decisions.
Founder & Digital Marketing Manager at Jaluva b Designs
August 1, 2024 - Present
Founded and manage a print-on-demand lifestyle brand from concept to launch. Execute multi-channel campaigns across social and e-commerce platforms. Create AI-generated product designs to enhance brand identity and differentiation. Manage content calendars and schedule posts across multiple platforms. Optimize product listings through SEO and keyword research to increase visibility and traffic. Manage content creation, performance tracking, and supplier coordination to ensure efficient operations.
Marketing & Social Media Intern at Azadea Group
October 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Supported 360° marketing campaigns across 6+ retail and F&B brands in the UAE. Planned and scheduled monthly content calendars aligned with regional launches. Tracked engagement, reach and CTR to support campaign performance reporting. Localised global campaigns for GCC markets while maintaining brand consistency. Collaborated with retail and CRM teams on integrated digital and in-store activations. Assisted in content production, including short-form video and photography.
Marketing Coordinator Associate at Il Giardino
March 1, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Grew social media followers by 35% and customer acquisition by 30% through SEO-driven campaigns. Increased retention and click-through rates by 15% using data-led optimization strategies. Planned and executed multi-channel campaigns across social media and web platforms. Drove brand visibility through strategic media collaborations (Netflix). Conducted competitor research and performance analysis to support marketing decisions.

Education

MSc Digital Marketing & Analytics at Middlesex University Dubai
September 1, 2025 - April 8, 2026
Master of Digital Marketing & Analytics at Middlesex University, Dubai, UAE
September 1, 2025 - June 1, 2026
BA (Hons) Business with Marketing at University of Greenwich
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2023
MSc Digital Marketing & Analytics at Middlesex University Dubai
September 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
MSc Digital Marketing & Analytics at Middlesex University Dubai
September 1, 2024 - March 18, 2026
BA (Hons) Business with Marketing at University of Greenwich
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2023
BA (Hons) Business with Marketing at University of Greenwich
September 1, 2020 - June 1, 2023

Qualifications

Attract and Engage Customers with Digital Marketing
March 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
CapCut Video Editing Masterclass
April 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality