Hi, I’m Lily Papadaki, a creative and detail-oriented Social Media & Content Manager with 5+ years of experience shaping digital strategy, creative direction, and multi-platform content. I excel at turning brand stories into engaging campaigns, briefing design teams, and crafting copy that resonates across channels. My work spans fashion, retail, hospitality, and wellness, where I help brands define their voice and connect with audiences. I recently completed a Master’s in Marketing at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. I love collaborating across disciplines, planning campaigns end-to-end, and staying ahead of social media tools and trends to deliver measurable results.

Papadaki Lily

Hi, I’m Lily Papadaki, a creative and detail-oriented Social Media & Content Manager with 5+ years of experience shaping digital strategy, creative direction, and multi-platform content. I excel at turning brand stories into engaging campaigns, briefing design teams, and crafting copy that resonates across channels. My work spans fashion, retail, hospitality, and wellness, where I help brands define their voice and connect with audiences. I recently completed a Master’s in Marketing at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. I love collaborating across disciplines, planning campaigns end-to-end, and staying ahead of social media tools and trends to deliver measurable results.

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Hi, I’m Lily Papadaki, a creative and detail-oriented Social Media & Content Manager with 5+ years of experience shaping digital strategy, creative direction, and multi-platform content. I excel at turning brand stories into engaging campaigns, briefing design teams, and crafting copy that resonates across channels. My work spans fashion, retail, hospitality, and wellness, where I help brands define their voice and connect with audiences.

I recently completed a Master’s in Marketing at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. I love collaborating across disciplines, planning campaigns end-to-end, and staying ahead of social media tools and trends to deliver measurable results.

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Language

English
Fluent
German
Fluent
Greek, Modern
Fluent
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Social Media Manager & Digital Marketing Specialist at Internet Now
January 1, 2021 - Present
I have spent the past few years helping brands express who they are through creative content, visual storytelling, and intentional digital presence. My work involves more than just scheduling posts; it shapes a voice, builds a feeling, and creates experiences that people want to connect with. Whether developing branding ideas from scratch or refreshing existing identities, I guide clients through uncovering their uniqueness and translating that into bold, engaging content. From designing mood boards and writing human-feeling captions to brainstorming campaign concepts and collaborating with designers, I bring a mix of strategy and intuition to every project. Each brand I work with becomes a creative playground – a space to explore new ideas, challenge expectations, and build something truly resonant.
Digital Worker
January 1, 2021 - September 1, 2025
Started digital work through WordPress development, building functional, user-friendly websites that balanced design with usability. Leveraged background in Computer Science and growing interest in UX to create spaces that came together naturally. Transitioned to managing online presence for clients, including tone, visuals, and voice across Instagram and Facebook. Deeply involved in crafting content, planning campaigns, and improving overall digital experience. Bridged technical skills with creative direction, shaping marketing to be human, thoughtful, and intentional.
Social Media Manager at Internet Now!
December 31, 2021 - September 1, 2025
Began with web development in WordPress, delivering functional and dynamic websites. Transitioned to managing clients' social media accounts, creating and executing targeted campaigns on Facebook and Instagram. Optimized campaign performance, enhancing engagement and brand visibility.
Digital Media Specialist at Women4IT (Iceland Liechtenstein Norway Grants)
September 30, 2022 - September 1, 2025
Participated in a seminar focused on digital media specialization as part of Women4IT initiatives funded by Iceland Liechtenstein Norway Grants.
Bioinformatician (Internship) at Foundation for Research and Technology
September 30, 2018 - September 1, 2025
Completed an internship focusing on bioinformatics research and technology applications.
Social Media & Account Manager at MKS Advertising
June 1, 2021 - November 15, 2025
Developing and leading content strategies and managing social media for multiple client accounts. Conceptualizing campaign ideas, creating storyboards and moodboards, briefing designers, and crafting copy for posts, ads, and campaigns to ensure brand alignment. Managing content calendars, publishing schedules, and community engagement; coordinating with designers, photographers, and marketing specialists to deliver cohesive campaigns; advising clients on brand positioning and digital storytelling; planning and executing email marketing campaigns; end-to-end influencer collaborations; monitoring tools and updates to adapt strategies. Achievements include +42% organic growth in four months through trend-led content and delivering 1M organic TikTok views in the first week.
Digital Marketing Account Manager at Internet Now!
June 1, 2021 - June 1, 2021
Started in WordPress website development before transitioning to full digital content. Managed social media accounts, executed growth strategies on Facebook and Instagram, and built organic reach through targeted content and brand messaging. Planned and executed paid social campaigns across multiple platforms (Meta, LinkedIn, X, Pinterest) for B2B and B2C, and developed platform-specific organic strategies to boost reach and engagement. Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver campaign assets on time while maintaining high creative and quality standards.

Education

Master Marketing at Vrije University Amsterdam
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor Computer Science at University of Thessaly
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2019
Bachelor in Computer Science | Biomedical Informatics at University of Thessaly
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2020
Summer School on Ageing Brain at University of Groningen
July 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017
Master's in Marketing at Vrije University Amsterdam
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Master’s Degree in Marketing at Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, Netherlands
September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025
Bachelor’s in Computer Science – Biomedical Informatics at University of Thessaly, Greece
September 1, 2014 - June 30, 2020

Qualifications

Meta Social Media Marketing Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Marketing and Consumer Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Digital Media Specialist - Strategic Marketing Brand & Product Management (Women4IT)
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Marketing: Copywriting for Social Media
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Social Media Marketing: Strategy and Optimization
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
UX Design by Google
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Social Media Management: Content strategy, community management, analytics
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Digital Marketing: SEO/SEM, Google Ads, Facebook Ads, email marketing
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Education, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Travel & Hospitality