I'm a versatile strategist and creative, blending lateral thinking with a passion for storytelling and service. My work centers on strategic communication, leadership, and impactful marketing. I thrive on turning insights into creative, results-driven campaigns and helping brands resonate with diverse audiences across digital and real-world channels.

Robyn Charles

I'm a versatile strategist and creative, blending lateral thinking with a passion for storytelling and service. My work centers on strategic communication, leadership, and impactful marketing. I thrive on turning insights into creative, results-driven campaigns and helping brands resonate with diverse audiences across digital and real-world channels.

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I’m a versatile strategist and creative, blending lateral thinking with a passion for storytelling and service.

My work centers on strategic communication, leadership, and impactful marketing. I thrive on turning insights into creative, results-driven campaigns and helping brands resonate with diverse audiences across digital and real-world channels.

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Language

English
Fluent
Afrikaans
Advanced
French
Advanced
Portuguese
Beginner

Work Experience

Account Manager & Strategist Intern at Carat
March 1, 2021 - March 1, 2021
Data analysis using Dentsu's Consumer Connection System (CCS). Strategy development for major brands (Moët Hennessy, Guinness, NIVEA, Elastoplast, Elasto Plast, Elastoplast). Produced qualitative videos for new client proposition, winning us H&M South Africa.
Paid Media Executive 2U / GetSmart at GetSmart
October 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Spearheaded campaign optimization through audience segmentation strategy in partnership with the Search and SEO teams, using Google Analytics and Tableau, leading to an increased ROI overall.
Small Business Founder at Party Pack Ltd
October 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Homeware, accessories, and merchandise, with emphasis on sustainability & community engagement. Managed supply chain and logistics, R&D, established marketing channels & negotiated vendor service agreements.
Social Media Analyst at Indie Campers
March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025
Crafted and executed platform-specific social media strategies, while creating project funnels for campaigns. Managed content creation, scheduling, and optimisation. Analyse performance metrics to refine strategies. Create external brand communication assets.
Cultural Researcher & Archivist at PozI (Means Home)
June 1, 2025 - November 4, 2025
Amplify South African heritage & culture by elevating diverse voices. Research-driven feature mapping personal histories and current-day culture through interviews and multimedia. Cross-border partnerships with global platforms to create opportunities and expand SA creativity’s reach.
Marketing Strategist at Lead gen tic
April 1, 2025 - November 4, 2025
Team leadership & client management: Lead cross-functional pods and drive strategy reviews and stakeholder communication. Performance marketing & growth: Optimize funnels and budgets, craft growth roadmaps, and translate insights into campaigns with strong creative direction.
Account Manager & Strategist Intern at Carat
February 1, 2020 - March 2, 2021
Data analysis using dentsu's Customer Connection System (CCS). Strategy development for major brands (Moët Hennessy, Guinness, NIVEA, Elastoplast, Ev (unspecified)). Produced qualitative videos for new client proposition, contributing to a win with H&M South Africa.
Paid Media Executive 2 at U / GetSmart
April 2, 2021 - October 2, 2022
Spearheaded campaign optimization through audience segmentation strategies in partnership with the Search and SEO teams, using Google Analytics and Tableau, leading to an increased ROI overall.
Social Media Analyst at Indie Campers
September 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Crafted and executed platform-specific social media strategies, while creating project funnels for campaigns. Managed content creation, scheduling, and optimization. Analyzed performance metrics to refine strategies. Created external brand communications assets.
Founder at Party Pack Ltd
September 1, 2022 - October 2, 2023
Hardware, accessories, and merchandise with emphasis on sustainability and community engagement. Managed supply chain and logistics, R&D, established marketing channels & negotiated vendor service agreements.
Paid Media Executive 2 U at GetSmarter
April 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022
Spearheaded campaign optimization through audience segmentation strategies in partnership with the Search and SEO teams, using Google Analytics and Tableau, leading to an increased ROI overall.
Cultural Researcher & Archivist at Pozzi (Means Home)
June 1, 2025 - Present
Amplify South African heritage & culture by elevating diverse voices. Research-driven features map personal histories and current-day culture through interviews and multimedia. Cross-border partnerships with global platforms to create opportunities and expand SA creativity's reach.
Marketing Strategist at Independent / Freelance
April 1, 2025 - Present
Lead cross-functional pods and drive strategy reviews and stakeholder communication. Performance marketing & growth: Optimize funnels and budgets, craft growth roadmaps, and translate insights into campaigns with strong creative direction.

Education

BA (LAW) at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016
Management Diploma at IIE’s Varsity College
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
MA Strategic Communication & Leadership at Universidade Católica
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
BA (Law) at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2016 - March 12, 2026
Management Diploma at IIE’s Varsity College
January 1, 2020 - March 12, 2026
MA Strategic Communication & Leadership at Universidade Católica
January 1, 2023 - March 12, 2026
BA (LAW) at Stellenbosch University
January 1, 2016 - March 12, 2026
Management Diploma at IIE's Varsity College
January 1, 2020 - March 12, 2026
MA Strategic Communication & Leadership - Summa Cum Laude at Universidade Católica
January 1, 2023 - March 12, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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