Hello! I'm Hester Donia, a results-driven social media and influencer marketing specialist with a track record of growing brand presence across the DACH and Benelux regions. I design scalable influencer ecosystems, launch in-house content formats, and partner with creators to drive engagement and revenue. I thrive on turning data into action, building cross-functional collaborations, and delivering measurable outcomes while keeping a friendly, collaborative approach. My experience spans end-to-end campaign management, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration across e-commerce and consumer brands. I love turning ambitious ideas into reality, from budget planning and creator sourcing to launching product-driven campaigns and events that boost brand awareness and revenue.

Hello! I'm Hester Donia, a results-driven social media and influencer marketing specialist with a track record of growing brand presence across the DACH and Benelux regions. I design scalable influencer ecosystems, launch in-house content formats, and partner with creators to drive engagement and revenue. I thrive on turning data into action, building cross-functional collaborations, and delivering measurable outcomes while keeping a friendly, collaborative approach. My experience spans end-to-end campaign management, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration across e-commerce and consumer brands. I love turning ambitious ideas into reality, from budget planning and creator sourcing to launching product-driven campaigns and events that boost brand awareness and revenue.

Available to hire

Hello! I’m Hester Donia, a results-driven social media and influencer marketing specialist with a track record of growing brand presence across the DACH and Benelux regions. I design scalable influencer ecosystems, launch in-house content formats, and partner with creators to drive engagement and revenue. I thrive on turning data into action, building cross-functional collaborations, and delivering measurable outcomes while keeping a friendly, collaborative approach.

My experience spans end-to-end campaign management, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration across e-commerce and consumer brands. I love turning ambitious ideas into reality, from budget planning and creator sourcing to launching product-driven campaigns and events that boost brand awareness and revenue.

See more

Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior Social Media & Influencer Marketing Manager at Mom of Fashion
January 1, 2024 - Present
Leading the launch of Influencer Marketing, building the function from the ground up (strategy, processes, creator sourcing). Developing and managing a scalable influencer & creator ecosystem, expanding beyond UGC into long-term partnerships. Achieved 9M+ TikTok views in 2025; significantly increasing brand awareness and organic reach. IG & TikTok reach grew 1600%+ through a news-story driven content strategy. Built and managed a UGC creator network of 12+ creators, driving scalable content production. Conceptualised and executed in-house video formats, establishing a consistent brand face across social channels.
Team Lead Influencer Marketing at myMuesli AG
August 1, 2020 - February 1, 2023
Defined strategy and budget for BENELUX; Acquisition, negotiation, and analysis of over 50 influencer campaigns per month in DACH and BENELUX. Owned the Instagram channel @mymuesli.nl, leading to follower growth (10k increase). Planned and executed influencer events to launch new influencer products; developed multi-market campaigns and optimized performance.
Online Marketing Trainee at myMuesli NL
August 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021
Owner and content creator of @mymuesli.nl Instagram channel. Secured a minimum of 4 brand collaborations per month (flyers, newsletter integrations, social media collaborations). Helped establish the influencer marketing channel for mymuesli NL, contributing to revenue growth (117% in 2021). Web shop management for mymuesli NL.
Senior Social Media & Influencer Marketing Manager at Mom Fashion
January 1, 2024 - Present
Leading the launch of influencer marketing and building the function from the ground up across strategy, processes and creator sourcing. Developing and managing a scalable influencer & creator ecosystem, expanding beyond UGC into long-term partnerships. In-house video formats and consistent brand voice across social channels.
Influencer Marketing Manager at EVERY GmbH
March 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Defining strategy and budget for BENELUX; acquisition, negotiation, and analysis of over 50 influencer campaigns per month in DACH and BENELUX.
Team Lead Influencer Marketing at MYMUESLI AG
January 1, 2021 - February 1, 2023
Planning of 6-digit channel budgets; developing strategies for 4 countries resulting in a twofold increase in global revenue. Managed 5 international team members; organized influencer events and product launches.
Influencer & Social Media Manager at MYMUESLI NL
July 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Owner and content creator of @mymuesli.nl Instagram channel; led to 10k followers; created and managed up to 90 campaigns per month to drive performance and brand awareness; revenue increase 109% in 2022; product development of over 15 influencer products and product launch event organization.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in European Studies at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences, Maastricht
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2019
Erasmus Exchange at Anglia Ruskin University
September 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Diploma at Maerlant Lyceum, The Hague High School
September 1, 2009 - June 1, 2014
Bachelor of Arts in European Studies at Zuyd University of Applied Sciences, Maastricht
September 1, 2015 - September 1, 2019
Exchange Semester at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge
September 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
High School Diploma at Maerlant Lyceum, The Hague
September 1, 2009 - June 1, 2014

Qualifications

Add your qualifications or awards here.

Industry Experience

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