I am a flexible and enthusiastic digital marketing professional certified by CIM, with strong expertise in web design and digital marketing activities. I am a quick learner and creative individual, skilled in planning, creating, and analyzing detailed statistics to improve business presence online. With extensive experience in both social media and website management, I have successfully grown platforms and managed effective paid and organic digital campaigns for various clients and businesses. Over the years, I have developed an excellent eye for detail and design, having been recognized for a website I designed which won the #SBS Small Business Sunday award by Theo Paphitis. I enjoy crafting and creative endeavors in my free time, which further inspire my professional work in digital marketing and website creation. I am passionate about supporting UK small businesses and handmade product sellers through marketplace development and strategic marketing efforts.

Claire Connell Trowbridge

I am a flexible and enthusiastic digital marketing professional certified by CIM, with strong expertise in web design and digital marketing activities. I am a quick learner and creative individual, skilled in planning, creating, and analyzing detailed statistics to improve business presence online. With extensive experience in both social media and website management, I have successfully grown platforms and managed effective paid and organic digital campaigns for various clients and businesses. Over the years, I have developed an excellent eye for detail and design, having been recognized for a website I designed which won the #SBS Small Business Sunday award by Theo Paphitis. I enjoy crafting and creative endeavors in my free time, which further inspire my professional work in digital marketing and website creation. I am passionate about supporting UK small businesses and handmade product sellers through marketplace development and strategic marketing efforts.

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I am a flexible and enthusiastic digital marketing professional certified by CIM, with strong expertise in web design and digital marketing activities. I am a quick learner and creative individual, skilled in planning, creating, and analyzing detailed statistics to improve business presence online. With extensive experience in both social media and website management, I have successfully grown platforms and managed effective paid and organic digital campaigns for various clients and businesses.

Over the years, I have developed an excellent eye for detail and design, having been recognized for a website I designed which won the #SBS Small Business Sunday award by Theo Paphitis. I enjoy crafting and creative endeavors in my free time, which further inspire my professional work in digital marketing and website creation. I am passionate about supporting UK small businesses and handmade product sellers through marketplace development and strategic marketing efforts.

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Work Experience

Digital Marketing Specialist at Hitachi (The Railway Engineering Company)
June 30, 2021 - August 29, 2025
Managed day-to-day digital marketing activities including creation and management of digital campaigns utilizing paid search, social platforms, and display advertising. Oversaw full marketing budget and performance monitoring, conducted data gathering and industry research using SEMrush, and managed the company website for both English and Polish audiences. Administered external marketing consultancy contracts and maintained extensive SEO, Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, and social media promotions. Developed content for various media channels including printed and online advertisements, social media, and company websites. Designed promotional materials such as invitations, email banners, posters, brochures, and liaised with exhibition stand designers.
Freelancer – Self Employed at CLC Digital UK
June 1, 2021 - Present
Provide web design, website management, and social media management services to enhance and increase businesses’ online presence. Responsibilities include designing websites per client specifications, managing websites designed by self and others ensuring they are updated, handling social media accounts by creating and publishing content, responding to direct messages and comments, and analyzing statistics. Notable websites created include www.marcbolwellphotography.co.uk and www.elsisw.co.uk.
Owner/Founder at Best Handmade
March 1, 2019 - September 11, 2023
Created and manage an online marketplace website for UK crafters and small businesses to sell handmade products using WordPress. The site is continually updated and promoted through both organic and paid social media posts. Responsible for creating and distributing email campaigns and bi-weekly newsletters via MailChimp, designing paid advertisement campaigns with Google Ads and Microsoft Ads which increased website visitors and sales. The marketplace has grown to over 400 sellers and 3000 products as of August 2022. The platform was awarded #SBS winner by Theo Paphitis.
Customer Care Coordinator (Contract) at Trapeze Group
May 31, 2011 - August 29, 2025
Coordinated customer care operations.
Admin Assistant (Contract) at Wiltshire Police – Safety Camera Unit
September 30, 2010 - May 31, 2011
Provided administrative assistance in the Safety Camera Unit.

Education

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Qualifications

GCSE
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
A Level
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Advanced Social Media
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Award in Applied Marketing (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Award in Planning Campaigns (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Award in Digital Marketing Techniques (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM/INPD Digital Marketing and Social Media Level 6
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
Open Study College Social Media Marketing Level 3
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
Open Study College Introduction to Marketing Level 3
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
Sage 50 Accounts Level 1
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
GCSE
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
A Level
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Advanced Social Media
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Award in Applied Marketing (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Award in Planning Campaigns (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Award in Digital Marketing Techniques (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM/INPD Digital Marketing and Social Media Level 6
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
Open Study College Social Media Marketing Level 3
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
Open Study College Introduction to Marketing Level 3
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
Sage 50 Accounts Level 1
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
GCSE
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
A Level
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Advanced Social Media
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Award in Applied Marketing (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Award in Planning Campaigns (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Award in Digital Marketing Techniques (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM Level 4 Certificate in Professional Digital Marketing (VRQ)
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
CIM/INPD Digital Marketing and Social Media L6
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
Open Study College Social Media Marketing Level 3
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
Open Study College Introduction to Marketing Level 3
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025
Sage 50 Accounts Level 1
January 11, 2030 - August 29, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Transportation & Logistics, Manufacturing