Hi, I'm Nadja Bangoura, a Senior Social Media Manager passionate about storytelling, content planning, and enhancing brand visibility. I specialize in crafting engaging multimedia content and managing social media strategies that truly connect with audiences. With experience in crisis communications and a variety of digital tools, I enjoy helping my clients and employers shine across platforms. I have worked with diverse organizations, including government departments, universities, and private companies, where I developed content and marketing strategies that increased engagement and visibility. I love capturing stories through photography and video, and I am always eager to collaborate on creative projects that make a meaningful impact.

Nadja Bangoura

Hi, I'm Nadja Bangoura, a Senior Social Media Manager passionate about storytelling, content planning, and enhancing brand visibility. I specialize in crafting engaging multimedia content and managing social media strategies that truly connect with audiences. With experience in crisis communications and a variety of digital tools, I enjoy helping my clients and employers shine across platforms. I have worked with diverse organizations, including government departments, universities, and private companies, where I developed content and marketing strategies that increased engagement and visibility. I love capturing stories through photography and video, and I am always eager to collaborate on creative projects that make a meaningful impact.

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Hi, I’m Nadja Bangoura, a Senior Social Media Manager passionate about storytelling, content planning, and enhancing brand visibility. I specialize in crafting engaging multimedia content and managing social media strategies that truly connect with audiences. With experience in crisis communications and a variety of digital tools, I enjoy helping my clients and employers shine across platforms.

I have worked with diverse organizations, including government departments, universities, and private companies, where I developed content and marketing strategies that increased engagement and visibility. I love capturing stories through photography and video, and I am always eager to collaborate on creative projects that make a meaningful impact.

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Experience Level

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Intermediate

Work Experience

Social Media Marketing Manager at Smartmouth Brewing Co.
August 1, 2024 - Present
Implemented social media strategies that directly contributed to increased taproom sales and online merchandise purchases. Designed compelling photo, video, and written content that aligned with the brand voice and attracted new customers. Built relationships with local influencers and craft beer enthusiasts to expand audience reach. Grew account reach by 4.9%, and content interaction by 2.6% from Sept. 2024-Jan 2025.
Freelance Photographer & Content Creator at Self-Employed
May 1, 2020 - Present
Specialize in crafting captivating portraits for sporting events, individuals, couples, and families with a keen focus on emotion and storytelling. Manage photography projects from conception to delivery, including scheduling, equipment preparation, and post-production work. Cultivate genuine connections with clients, resulting in an 80% customer return rate.
Social Media Account Manager at City of Norfolk
March 31, 2024 - July 29, 2025
Primary point of contact for Norfolk Fire-Rescue, Emergency Preparedness, Budget and Strategic Planning, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Parks and Recreation. Contributed to 20% of the City of Norfolk's YouTube channel views from May to September 2023. Developed a comprehensive social media policy for all citywide departments. Worked on several successful marketing campaigns via email and social media, including the Art of Data exhibit, DEI's Biz Cafe relaunch and Construction Vendor Fair, and Norfolk Fire-Rescue's recruitment efforts.
Social Media Content Specialist II at City of Norfolk
May 1, 2023 - July 29, 2025
Primary point of contact for the City of Norfolk's social media platforms (IG, FB, X, LinkedIn, Nextdoor). Webmaster for the Office of Communications, managing city spotlights, department calendar entries, webpages, and council agendas. Provided video coverage of the End of Massive Resistance Art Dedication package and photo coverage for several events including the Mighty Dream Forum and MLK Day.
University Social Media Manager at Old Dominion University
October 1, 2022 - July 29, 2025
Created and managed content for ODU's website and primary social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Provided coverage for graduation ceremonies, increasing user engagement and visibility on social media. Collaborated on marketing campaigns to increase brand awareness and student enrollment. Edited and updated university website content and handled social media requests from ODU offices and departments.

Education

MA at Old Dominion University
August 27, 2018 - June 5, 2020
BA at Old Dominion University
August 25, 2014 - June 8, 2018

Qualifications

Social Media Account Manager of the Year
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Scenic International Photography Exhibition Semi Finalist
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Angeles Doc Photography Jury Award Winner
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021

Industry Experience

Government, Education, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment