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I’m Mark A. Castillo, a marketing generalist and content creator with a passion for turning ideas into compelling brands. Over my career, I’ve led marketing strategy, ROI analysis, and content production for multiple campaigns and clients. I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy shaping creative direction that drives tangible results.
From freelance branding to directing campaigns at design studios and retailers, I excel in creative leadership, motion graphics, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable outcomes for brands and audiences.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Owner and Founder at Metro Design House
January 1, 2001 - PresentFounded a freelance digital marketing brand; responsibilities include marketing strategy, KPI/ROI analysis, content creation, and execution.
Motion Graphics Editor at Andersen Windows
August 1, 2021 - November 1, 2025Content concepts, motion graphics, video production, and social media content production.
Art Director at Wix on Jewels
May 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021Fashion and beauty D2C retail marketing; social media marketing; video production; product photography and retouching; client path management; process standardization.
Digital and Engagement Editor at The Colorado Independent
April 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020WordPress development; Salesforce admin; MailChimp admin; internal tech support; marketing asset creation; campaign production and management; analytics/KPI consolidation reporting; marketing strategy development and automation; news article packaging/publication.
Director of Marketing at Spectra Inc.
November 1, 2017 - February 1, 2018WordPress development; client tech support; copywriting; strategy development; marketing asset creation; workflow standardization.
Senior Graphic Designer at Shane Co.
December 1, 2013 - February 1, 2014Fashion and beauty D2C retail marketing, web design, social content creation, and copywriting.
Freelance Designer at Shane Co.
February 1, 2014 - November 1, 2017Freelance full-time designer delivering fashion and beauty D2C retail marketing, web design, social content creation, and copywriting.
Art Director at Wixon Jewelers
May 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021Fashion and beauty D2C retail marketing, social media marketing, video production, product photography and retouching, client path management, and process standardization.
Senior Designer at Shane Co.
February 1, 2014 - November 1, 2017Fashion and beauty D2C retail marketing, web design, social content creation, and copywriting.
Education
BA at University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011BA in Graphic Design at University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011Qualifications
Alpha Lambda Delta National Academic Honor Society
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026Alpha Lambda Delta National Academic Honor Society
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Retail
Experience Level
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