Hi there! I'm Emma Gardner, founder of Meraki Creative Designs. I help small and medium size businesses boost their online presence through engaging content, smart social media management, and copy that converts. With a background in communications and marketing across freelance and agency work, I craft campaigns, calendars, and creative assets that tell a brand's story and drive growth.

Emma Gardner

Hi there! I'm Emma Gardner, founder of Meraki Creative Designs. I help small and medium size businesses boost their online presence through engaging content, smart social media management, and copy that converts. With a background in communications and marketing across freelance and agency work, I craft campaigns, calendars, and creative assets that tell a brand's story and drive growth.

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Hi there! I’m Emma Gardner, founder of Meraki Creative Designs. I help small and medium size businesses boost their online presence through engaging content, smart social media management, and copy that converts.

With a background in communications and marketing across freelance and agency work, I craft campaigns, calendars, and creative assets that tell a brand’s story and drive growth.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder / Freelance Creative at Meraki Creative Designs
September 1, 2019 - Present
Founded and lead creative design and marketing projects for diverse clients; responsibilities include content creation, social media management, copywriting, and campaign strategy.
VP Of Marketing & Strategy - Freelance at Vibe & Dine
November 1, 2021 - Present
Oversee marketing strategy, social media campaigns, content calendars, SMS and email marketing for restaurants and hospitality clients.
Freelance Writer / SEO Expert at Mover Search Marketing
August 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
SEO-focused content writer producing web copy, blog posts, and optimization guidance for clients in various industries.
Freelance Copywriter at RetailSphere
November 1, 2021 - October 15, 2025
Created copy for product pages, marketing collateral, and promotional materials.
Freelance Agent (Content Creator, Copywriter) at Uvietech Software Solutions
January 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
Content creation and copywriting for software solutions; collaborated on marketing materials and blog posts.
Freelance Agent (Social Media Management, Content Creation, Copywriter) at Double G Painting
August 1, 2021 - October 15, 2025
Managed social media presence, created content, and wrote copy for marketing campaigns.
Freelance Agent (Social Media Management, Content Creation, Copywriter) at Anastasio's Interiors
January 1, 2021 - October 15, 2025
Developed social media content and marketing copy.
Freelance Agent (Social Media Management, Content Creation, Influencer Coordinator, Copywriter) at Element Apothec
October 1, 2022 - October 15, 2025
Built influencer partnerships, produced content, and managed social channels.
Freelance Contractor (Social Media Management, Content Creation, Blog Writing) at Logos Communications
January 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
Managed social media, created content, and wrote blog posts.
Founder at Emma Mae Photography
December 1, 2015 - Present
Founder of photography business offering portraits and events, with marketing and client relations responsibilities.
Sales Coordinator at C Squaresd Social
September 1, 2019 - October 15, 2025
Handled sales copies, email campaigns, and social media posts.
PIO Social Media Intern at PIO
June 1, 2019 - October 15, 2025
Supported social media platforms and assisted with press releases.

Education

High School Diploma at Tri-City Christian High School
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2016
Associate Degree in Communications at MiraCosta College
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2020
Bachelor's Degree in Communications at San Francisco State University
September 1, 2020 - August 1, 2021

Qualifications

NAMI Skills: Peer Support Specialist
January 1, 2018 - October 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Education, Travel & Hospitality