Hey I’m Pam, a Social Media Specialist based in Groningen, the Netherlands. I help local businesses grow online in a way that feels authentic and true to who they are. I enjoy turning ideas into content that connects with people and helps brands stand out. Through my business, Pam in Media, I work with a range of clients, from hair salons to wellness coaches to dance schools, creating tailored strategies, managing content, and supporting their online presence. My goal is to make social media feel less overwhelming and more personal, while helping businesses grow a loyal community and stronger visibility online.

Pamela Rizk

Hey I’m Pam, a Social Media Specialist based in Groningen, the Netherlands. I help local businesses grow online in a way that feels authentic and true to who they are. I enjoy turning ideas into content that connects with people and helps brands stand out. Through my business, Pam in Media, I work with a range of clients, from hair salons to wellness coaches to dance schools, creating tailored strategies, managing content, and supporting their online presence. My goal is to make social media feel less overwhelming and more personal, while helping businesses grow a loyal community and stronger visibility online.

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Hey I’m Pam, a Social Media Specialist based in Groningen, the Netherlands. I help local businesses grow online in a way that feels authentic and true to who they are.
I enjoy turning ideas into content that connects with people and helps brands stand out. Through my business, Pam in Media, I work with a range of clients, from hair salons to wellness coaches to dance schools, creating tailored strategies, managing content, and supporting their online presence.
My goal is to make social media feel less overwhelming and more personal, while helping businesses grow a loyal community and stronger visibility online.

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Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Founder and Social Media Specialist (Freelance) at Pam in Media
October 1, 2025 - Present
Founded an independent social media agency supporting small local businesses with strategic growth. Developed tailored media strategies for over five clients, including a hair salon, dance school, holistic coach. Executed content strategies that generated consistent client leads and improved audience retention.
Social Media and Communications Manager at Hair by Ben Lapierre
November 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Executed a content and communications strategy with 5+ posts weekly adapted to audience behaviour. Grew Instagram by +13k followers and +283k views through targeted short-form video campaigns. Strengthened brand positioning, increasing bookings by 10+ per week via social media channels.
Campaign and Community Coordinator at Let’s Talk About Sex (LTAS)
June 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Coordinated digital communications across 8 partnering organizations for campaigns on reproductive health. Analyzed social media performance and optimized strategies, boosting audience engagement by ~40%. Maintained an internal communications calendar with 5+ coordinated moments per campaign cycle.

Education

Masters in Social Media and Society at University of Groningen
September 1, 2022 - October 1, 2024
Pre-master's in Media Studies at University of Groningen
September 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022
Bachelor in Translation at Saint-Joseph University of Beirut, Lebanon
September 1, 2018 - May 1, 2021

Qualifications

Social Media Marketing Skills – LinkedIn Learning
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026
Essential New Skills in Media and Communications – LinkedIn Learning
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026
Project Management Foundations – LinkedIn Learning
January 11, 2030 - April 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Non-Profit Organization