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Hi, I’m Candace Gillhooley—a creative and data-driven Social Media Manager with 10+ years helping small businesses and technology brands build authentic digital presences. I design weekly content calendars, craft engaging posts, and drive measurable engagement. I’m passionate about storytelling that connects craftsmanship and community—combining visual creativity with strong organization and analytics to deliver results.…Hi, I’m Candace Gillhooley—a creative and data-driven Social Media Manager with 10+ years helping small businesses and technology brands build authentic digital presences. I design weekly content calendars, craft engaging posts, and drive measurable engagement. I’m passionate about storytelling that connects craftsmanship and community—combining visual creativity with strong organization and analytics to deliver results.

Candace Gillhooley

Growth Marketer, Marketing Strategist, Brand Strategist, +5

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Hi, I’m Candace Gillhooley—a creative and data-driven Social Media Manager with 10+ years helping small businesses and technology brands build authentic digital presences. I design weekly content calendars, craft engaging posts, and drive measurable engagement. I’m passionate about storytelling that connects craftsmanship and community—combining visual creativity with strong organization and analytics to deliver results.…Hi, I’m Candace Gillhooley—a creative and data-driven Social Media Manager with 10+ years helping small businesses and technology brands build authentic digital presences. I design weekly content calendars, craft engaging posts, and drive measurable engagement. I’m passionate about storytelling that connects craftsmanship and community—combining visual creativity with strong organization and analytics to deliver results.

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Hi, I’m Candace Gillhooley—a creative and data-driven Social Media Manager with 10+ years helping small businesses and technology brands build authentic digital presences. I design weekly content calendars, craft engaging posts, and drive measurable engagement.

I’m passionate about storytelling that connects craftsmanship and community—combining visual creativity with strong organization and analytics to deliver results.

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Work Experience

Data-Driven Media Specialist at Kubuntu Focus

April 1, 2024 - Present

Designed and executed multi-channel digital campaigns using AI-powered automation to improve conversions. Managed paid media and organic campaigns aligned with traffic and sales goals. Created content calendars, ad copy, and landing pages optimized for conversion performance. Delivered actionable reports and insights to leadership, improving marketing ROI and visibility.

Community & Partner Marketing Manager at Kubuntu Focus

April 1, 2024 - October 21, 2025

Developed co-marketing campaigns integrating video, blog, and influencer content to grow brand visibility. Strengthened community engagement through newsletters, referral incentives, and customer storytelling. Guided leadership on campaign strategies and performance optimization.

Business Development & Marketing Strategist at Manning Publications

March 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025

Directed 50+ product launches for books and courses, coordinating content, design, and advertising. Managed e-commerce funnels and life cycle campaigns across email, paid media, and webinars. Applied SEO, social media, and analytics to grow engagement and sales for educational titles.

Marketing & Community Engagement Specialist at Data-Driven Media

April 1, 2024 - October 31, 2025

Designed weekly content strategies and cross-platform campaigns that increased engagement by 35%. Managed creator partnerships and visual storytelling initiatives to showcase craftsmanship and collaboration. Built analytics dashboards in GA4 and Looker Studio to track performance and optimize posting schedules.

Community & Partner Marketing Manager at Kubuntu Focus

April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024

Oversaw brand and social channels, ensuring consistent tone, visuals, and engagement. Launched co-marketing campaigns that boosted follower growth by 40% and improved post reach by 22%. Partnered with design and production teams to gather high-quality imagery and stories for content.

PR & Communications Manager at Linux Foundation

March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023

Managed online communications and event visibility for global open-source communities. Created social content calendars that drove a 35% increase in online engagement.

Business Development & Marketing Strategist at Manning Publications

March 1, 2022 - March 1, 2022

Produced 100+ digital campaigns annually across Facebook, LinkedIn, and newsletters. Collaborated with authors, designers, and influencers to develop content that expanded reach and community loyalty.