Marketing and Creative Strategist.

Nick Rayner

Marketing and Creative Strategist.

Available to hire

Marketing and Creative Strategist.

Work Experience

Marketing Manager at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP
May 1, 2016 - May 1, 2017
I was responsible for all marketing efforts including PPC campaigns, copywriting for traditional and digital ads, print design, PR, web development, content strategy, and production of videos and podcasts.
Marketing Strategist at Triangle People
November 1, 2013 - May 1, 2016
As one of the principal founders, I dealt primarily with web design, content strategy, video production, marketing research, and strategy for primarily education and non-profit clients.
Creative Display Designer and Copywriter
August 1, 2013 - November 1, 2014
I was responsible for brand strategy and production for all static & animated digital OOH advertisements across Southern Ontario.
Marketing Coordinator at Ontario East Economic Development Corporation
April 1, 2012 - March 1, 2013
I executed event coordination of the annual OEMC conference, the creation of all printed collateral, and managed all email initiatives.
Social Media + Content Manager at Blade Creative Branding
August 1, 2017 - October 1, 2018
I spearheaded content creation + strategy for our top DtC clients, along with social media management, email marketing, and creative brand strategy in the form of workshops and client presentations.
Creative Strategist at The Story Store
November 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021
I ran a boutique agency specializing in content strategy + production, copywriting, and SEO with a focus on scalable digital strategy for startups.
Media Strategist at Postmedia
September 1, 2019 - September 1, 2020
Working directly with the sales team, I managed all marketing strategy, media planning, and pitch decks for medium-sized businesses across Postmedia’s expansive network.
Reporter and Photographer at Kingston East News
April 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
I conducted interviews, produced articles with editorial oversight, and took photographs. Most articles revolved around local politics and special events.
Growth Engine Content Marketing Lead at SEMrush Academy
July 1, 2021 - September 1, 2023
Responsible for multimedia content initiatives targeting the funeral space, I managed a team of writers and designers handling client onboarding, B2C content (emails, social posts, eBooks, videos) and corporate marketing strategies.

Education

Advertising and Marketing Communications Management (Hon.) at St. Lawrence College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013

Qualifications

Google Analytics Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Google Ads Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Facebook Blueprint Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Lean Certification - Yellow Belt
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
HubSpot Content Marketing Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Bing Ads Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Software & Internet