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Melanie Sherman

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I'm Melanie Sherman, a social strategist and content creator with 15+ years of marketing and social media experience.

About

I’m Melanie Sherman, a social strategist and content creator with 15+ years of marketing and social media experience. I’ve worked in-house and for award-winning agencies, shaping campaigns that connect brands with their audiences.

Now I freelance as a social media specialist and content creator, helping businesses across the UK and beyond to grow brand awareness, engagement, and ROI through bespoke campaigns, high-performing content, and insightful analytics.

  • 15 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Consumer Goods
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Retail

Work experience· 6 roles

Freelance Social Media Specialist · Melon Head SocialJul 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 5 mos

Plan and execute bespoke social media campaigns to grow brand awareness, drive engagement, and meet client KPIs. Create content calendars across Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, X and Pinterest. Produce content including animation, video, and graphics tailored by platform and leveraging trends. Source and manage influencer talent, oversee outreach and approvals. Identify shoot locations and talent, coordinating content production from concept to delivery. Set up and manage ad campaigns across Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, X and Pinterest Ads Manager. Deliver detailed reporting and data-led optimisations.

Senior Social Media Strategist · Mischievous WolfJun 2023 – Jul 2024 · 1 yr 2 mos

Lead the strategy, development, and execution of B2C client social campaigns. Conduct landscape analysis, competitor benchmarking, and channel audits to inform optimisation. Coordinate paid social campaigns including budget forecasting, A/B testing, and advanced targeting. Lead planning and delivery of new business social pitches. Plan monthly social calendars and create assets to grow following and engagement. Produce engaging social content including video, animation, and graphics to drive conversations.

Social Media Manager · Oakwood AgencyMay 2017 – May 2023 · 6 yrs 1 mo

Develop B2B and B2C social media strategies to enhance brand visibility and lead generation. Manage PPC campaigns across Google Ads, LinkedIn, Meta, and Twitter, optimizing for ROAS. Conduct competitor analysis and market research to inform decisions. Use social pixels and Google Analytics to track traffic and conversions. Implement targeting and retargeting to maximise reach. Monitor and report performance, adjusting tactics to meet KPIs. Collaborate with sales and marketing to align social with broader objectives.

Social Media Manager · Speed CommunicationsApr 2016 – May 2017 · 1 yr 2 mos
Social Media and Community Manager · TrunkiMar 2014 – Mar 2016 · 2 yrs 1 mo
Marketing and Community Manager · Viral Ad NetworkJun 2011 – Mar 2014 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Education

CAM Diploma in Digital Marketing (Web analytics and Social Media Monitoring) · Chartered Institute of Marketing2030 – 2026
Master’s Degree in Animation · University of the West of England (UWE)2030 – 2026
Bachelor’s Degree in Critical Fine Art Practice · University of Brighton2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards

CAM Diploma in Digital Marketing (Web analytics and Social Media Monitoring)2030 – 2026
Master’s Degree in Animation2030 – 2026
Bachelor’s Degree in Critical Fine Art Practice2030 – 2026

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