I am a hands-on designer and digital marketing strategist who thrives on turning bold ideas into beautiful, functional outcomes. With a background in Graphic Design, UX/UI, video creation, and content strategy, I balance creative excellence with practical business goals to deliver campaigns that look great and perform well. I love leading projects end-to-end, from concept to production, and collaborating with teams to bring brand stories to life. I'm energized by creative challenges, enjoy building authentic brand voices, and excel at creating content across social platforms that engages audiences and drives measurable results.

Karina Warde

I am a hands-on designer and digital marketing strategist who thrives on turning bold ideas into beautiful, functional outcomes. With a background in Graphic Design, UX/UI, video creation, and content strategy, I balance creative excellence with practical business goals to deliver campaigns that look great and perform well. I love leading projects end-to-end, from concept to production, and collaborating with teams to bring brand stories to life. I'm energized by creative challenges, enjoy building authentic brand voices, and excel at creating content across social platforms that engages audiences and drives measurable results.

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I am a hands-on designer and digital marketing strategist who thrives on turning bold ideas into beautiful, functional outcomes. With a background in Graphic Design, UX/UI, video creation, and content strategy, I balance creative excellence with practical business goals to deliver campaigns that look great and perform well.

I love leading projects end-to-end, from concept to production, and collaborating with teams to bring brand stories to life. I’m energized by creative challenges, enjoy building authentic brand voices, and excel at creating content across social platforms that engages audiences and drives measurable results.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Freelance Digital Marketing Strategist / Creative Lead at Freelance / Self-employed
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Led marketing strategy development for clients, including branding, social media campaigns, and website content. Produced social media copies, video content, and marketing materials; developed brand voice and messaging aligned with target audiences; built content calendars and strategies to boost visibility and engagement across Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Managed on-site film productions across Christchurch, coordinating with restaurant owners, chefs, and staff to capture authentic brand stories. Collaborated with agencies and freelancers to develop campaigns and Meta Ads, optimized workflows, and ensured timely delivery. Maintained clear client communication and analyzed performance data to refine content based on feedback and analytics.

Education

NZ Diploma of Creative Digital Design (LEVEL 6) at Yoobee School of Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
NZ Diploma of Web and Graphic Design (LEVEL 7) at Yoobee School of Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Domestika Online Certificate at Domestika
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Instagram Social Media Strategy for Business Growth at Dot Lung / Social Media CA, Berkeley, USA
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
HubSpot Digital Marketing Certification at HubSpot
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Certification Courses: Marketing Understanding SEO Web Optimization, SM Strategy, Engagement Ads, & Analytics at Various
January 11, 2030 - May 2, 2026

Qualifications

Instagram Social Media Strategy for Business Growth
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
HubSpot Digital Marketing Certification
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Certification Courses: Marketing Understanding SEO Web Optimization, SM Strategy, Engagement Ads, & Analytics
January 11, 2030 - May 2, 2026

Industry Experience

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