I'm Carly Nelson, a remote-friendly Social Media Manager and Content Creator with a background as a licensed cosmetologist. I blend beauty industry knowledge with data-driven storytelling to build credible, conversion-focused content across TikTok, Instagram, and email funnels. From growing startup brands to launching influencer campaigns and TikTok Shop revenue, I thrive on turning ideas into viral short-form content while optimizing for engagement, retention, and revenue. I’m passionate about helping brands scale with creative strategy and measurable growth.

Carly Nelson

I'm Carly Nelson, a remote-friendly Social Media Manager and Content Creator with a background as a licensed cosmetologist. I blend beauty industry knowledge with data-driven storytelling to build credible, conversion-focused content across TikTok, Instagram, and email funnels. From growing startup brands to launching influencer campaigns and TikTok Shop revenue, I thrive on turning ideas into viral short-form content while optimizing for engagement, retention, and revenue. I’m passionate about helping brands scale with creative strategy and measurable growth.

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I’m Carly Nelson, a remote-friendly Social Media Manager and Content Creator with a background as a licensed cosmetologist. I blend beauty industry knowledge with data-driven storytelling to build credible, conversion-focused content across TikTok, Instagram, and email funnels.

From growing startup brands to launching influencer campaigns and TikTok Shop revenue, I thrive on turning ideas into viral short-form content while optimizing for engagement, retention, and revenue. I’m passionate about helping brands scale with creative strategy and measurable growth.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Course Creator & Community Builder at Booked & Branded
January 1, 2025 - Present
Developed a digital course and community focused on social media management and content creation; designed curriculum, templates, and educational resources for aspiring social media managers.
Email Marketing & Funnel Strategist at Self-Employed
February 1, 2024 - Present
Built lead magnets and automated email funnels for multiple brands. Grew an e-commerce haircare brand’s email list to 2,200+ subscribers using organic social traffic. Created high-converting funnels through Beacons to support launches and evergreen sales.
Influencer Marketing & Creator Management at Contract
January 1, 2022 - Present
Managed influencer partnerships and creator campaigns for Pumiey and Dateford. Oversaw creator sourcing, onboarding, deliverables, and performance tracking.
Social Media Manager & Account Manager at Self-Employed
January 1, 2022 - Present
Generated viral videos exceeding 1M+ views on TikTok and Instagram; scaled a startup from 0 to 115,000 followers in under 12 months with organic short-form video; drove $250,000 in revenue in 3 months for a supplement brand via TikTok Shop; managed end-to-end social strategy, content calendars, analytics, reporting, and client communication.
Content Creator & UGC Specialist at Self-Employed
December 1, 2020 - Present
Created organic and paid social content for brands including Alo Wellness, YSL Beauty, Canva, and others. Produced UGC-style ads, tutorials, testimonials, and lifestyle content optimized for conversion. Handled ideation, scripting, filming, editing, and optimization.
Network Marketing Leader & Sales Director at MONAT Global
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Built and led a team of 1,000+ representatives through digital marketing and leadership development; generated $100,000+ in revenue in a single month through direct beauty product sales.

Education

Course Creator – Social Media Management Education at CBC Media
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Cosmetology License at Aveda IBW
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional Certificate at Google
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Meta Social Media Marketing (Strategy, Content, Analytics, Paid Ads) at Meta
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
HubSpot Social Media Marketing Certification at HubSpot
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Hootsuite Social Media Marketing Certification at Hootsuite
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
LinkedIn Marketing Labs Certification at LinkedIn
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026

Qualifications

Built a six-figure business as a creator and freelancer
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Generated millions of organic views across TikTok & Reels
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Managed and strategized content for 100+ brands and creators
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Expert in viral content psychology, audience growth, and conversion systems
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Developed proprietary frameworks for hooks, storytelling, and high-retention editing
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Experienced educator, with curriculum built for social media managers at all levels
January 11, 2030 - November 22, 2025
Cosmetology License
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Meta Social Media Marketing (Strategy, Content, Analytics, Paid Ads)
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
HubSpot Social Media Marketing Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
Hootsuite Social Media Marketing Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026
LinkedIn Marketing Labs Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 12, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Consumer Goods, Retail