Hi there! I’m Ballal Karekar, a dynamic and results-driven Social Media Manager with over two years of hands-on experience in social media management, content promotion, and digital marketing strategies. I collaborate with diverse clients to drive brand growth and meaningful engagement across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Google Ads, while keeping a friendly, collaborative approach at the core of everything I do. I specialize in data-driven campaigns, ad optimization, and compelling content creation. I work with creative and marketing teams to deliver content that aligns with brand goals and audience preferences, incorporating user-generated content to boost authenticity and trust. From freelance projects to agency work, I’ve helped clients in government, pharma, and media sectors achieve measurable ROIs through consistent growth, storytelling, and strategic optimization.

Ballal M Karekar

Hi there! I’m Ballal Karekar, a dynamic and results-driven Social Media Manager with over two years of hands-on experience in social media management, content promotion, and digital marketing strategies. I collaborate with diverse clients to drive brand growth and meaningful engagement across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Google Ads, while keeping a friendly, collaborative approach at the core of everything I do. I specialize in data-driven campaigns, ad optimization, and compelling content creation. I work with creative and marketing teams to deliver content that aligns with brand goals and audience preferences, incorporating user-generated content to boost authenticity and trust. From freelance projects to agency work, I’ve helped clients in government, pharma, and media sectors achieve measurable ROIs through consistent growth, storytelling, and strategic optimization.

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Hi there! I’m Ballal Karekar, a dynamic and results-driven Social Media Manager with over two years of hands-on experience in social media management, content promotion, and digital marketing strategies. I collaborate with diverse clients to drive brand growth and meaningful engagement across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Google Ads, while keeping a friendly, collaborative approach at the core of everything I do.

I specialize in data-driven campaigns, ad optimization, and compelling content creation. I work with creative and marketing teams to deliver content that aligns with brand goals and audience preferences, incorporating user-generated content to boost authenticity and trust. From freelance projects to agency work, I’ve helped clients in government, pharma, and media sectors achieve measurable ROIs through consistent growth, storytelling, and strategic optimization.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Advanced

Work Experience

Social Media Marketing Manager at Digital Cube Tech
April 20, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Oversee full social media strategy and execution for multiple clients across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Google Ads. Drive brand growth, engagement, and conversions through data-driven campaigns, creative optimization, and budget management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior members to ensure consistent brand voice and performance.
Social Media Marketing Manager at Digital Cube Tech
April 1, 2025 - November 18, 2025
Developing data-driven social media campaigns to enhance brand visibility, engagement, and lead generation across LinkedIn, Meta (Facebook & Instagram), X (Twitter), and Google Ads. Collaborated with creative and marketing teams to deliver content aligned with brand goals and audience preferences. Analyzed campaign performance to optimize ROI and ensure consistent growth for multiple client accounts.
Social Media Marketing Manager at Digital Cube Tech
April 1, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Currently managing multiple clients and their brand projects, overseeing full social media strategy and execution.
Social Media Manager at Digital Cube Tech
April 1, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Currently managing multiple clients and their brand projects, overseeing full social media strategy and execution. Developing data-driven campaigns to enhance brand visibility, engagement, and lead generation across platforms including LinkedIn, Meta (Facebook & Instagram), X/Twitter, and Google Ads. Collaborating with creative and marketing teams to deliver content that aligns with brand goals and audience preferences. Providing content strategy and planning across campaigns.
Social Media Manager at Postboy Studios
February 1, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Focused on content creation and campaign management across Facebook, Instagram, and Google Ads; led end-to-end social media campaigns for multiple brand clients; coordinated with junior team members on content creation and campaign management.
Social Media Manager at Postboy Studios
January 1, 2025 - November 15, 2025
Focused on content creation and community engagement across multiple channels, and tracked campaign results to optimize performance.
Social Media Manager at Postboy Studios
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Led social media marketing for multiple brands; developed and implemented end-to-end campaigns across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Google Ads; used analytics to optimize engagement and conversions; guided junior team members on content creation and campaign management.
Social Media Marketer at Postboy Studios
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Developed and implemented social media marketing strategies aligned with business goals. Analyzed performance data to optimize campaigns and coordinated paid advertising efforts across targeting and budgeting.
Social Media Manager at Postboy Studios
March 31, 2024 - March 31, 2024
Led end-to-end social media campaigns across multiple platforms; oversaw content creation, campaign management, and overall engagement strategy.
Social Media Executive at Postboy Studios
March 31, 2024 - March 31, 2024
Created engaging social media content, monitored community engagement, and tracked campaign results. Worked closely with clients to ensure brand consistency and drive organic growth.
Social Media Manager at Postboy Studios
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Managed multi-brand social media programs, overseeing strategy, content calendars, and performance reporting. Drove growth and engagement, achieving higher reach and conversions.
Social Media Executive at Postboy Studios
September 30, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Created engaging social media content, monitored community engagement, and tracked campaign results across platforms; ensured brand consistency and supported overall campaign execution.
Social Media Manager at Postboy Studios
June 30, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Assisted in developing social media campaigns for various platforms. Conducted research on social media trends and competitor strategies.
Social Media Intern at Postboy Studios
June 30, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Assisted in developing social media campaigns for various platforms. Conducted research on social media trends and competitor strategies.
Social Media Intern at Postboy Studios
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Assisted in developing social media campaigns for various platforms. Researched social media trends and competitor strategies.
Social Media Manager at Postboy Studios
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
April 2023 – June 2023: Assisted in developing social media campaigns for various platforms. Conducted research on social media trends and competitor strategies.
Freelance Social Media Manager at Independent / Freelance
January 1, 2022 - November 18, 2025
Managed multiple client social media accounts independently, handling their Facebook, Instagram, and Google Ads campaigns. Created data-driven campaigns and content strategies to improve engagement, reach, and conversions.
Freelance Social Media Manager
January 1, 2022 - November 15, 2025
Handled multiple client projects with full social media strategy and execution; focused on client growth and engagement.
Freelance Social Media Manager at Independent / Clients
January 1, 2022 - November 15, 2025
Handled multiple clients independently; managed their Facebook, Instagram, and Google Ads campaigns; developed data-driven campaigns to enhance online presence and engagement.
Freelance Social Media Manager at Self-employed
January 1, 2022 - November 15, 2025
Handled multiple clients independently, managing their Facebook, Instagram, and Google Ads campaigns. Successfully grew the online presence for governmental, pharmaceutical, production media houses, and UGC.

Education

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) at Satish Pradhan Dnyan College, Thane, Maharashtra
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) at Mumbai University, Mumbai, Maharashtra
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) at Satish Pradhan Dnyan Sadhana College
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) at Mumbai University
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Diploma in Sales Management & Retail Training at Dr. V.N. Bedekar Institute of Management Studies
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at Mumbai University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) at Mumbai University, Mumbai, Maharashtra
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) at Satish Pradhan Dnyanadan College, Thane, Maharashtra
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Sales Management & Retail Training at Dr. V. N. Bedekar Institute of Management Studies, Thane, Maharashtra
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) at Mumbai University
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) at Thane, Maharashtra
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) at Satish Pradhan Dnyanasadhan College, Thane, Maharashtra
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Postgraduate Diploma in Management at Dr. V. N. Bedekar Institute of Management Studies, Thane, Maharashtra
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) at Mumbai University, Mumbai, Maharashtra
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) at Mumbai University
January 11, 2030 - November 18, 2025
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) at Saty Pradhan Dnyan College, Thane, Maharashtra
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017

Qualifications

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Diploma in Sales Management & Retail Training
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Sales Management & Retail Training
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
January 11, 2030 - November 15, 2025
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
January 11, 2030 - November 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Healthcare, Professional Services, Education, Software & Internet