I’m Royed Yakub, a marketing and creative strategy professional with a strong balance of brand-building and performance marketing. Currently working as a Creative Strategist, I develop paid acquisition and messaging strategies across Meta, Google, and TikTok while using audience insights and campaign analytics to continuously improve results. I’ve also built and managed my own DTC brand, where I led identity development, website strategy, content, and customer acquisition—helping drive meaningful business growth. Across roles in startups, fintech, and ecommerce, I combine creative direction with measurable outcomes like increased reach, engagement, follower growth, and a steady share of organic traffic through SEO, all while collaborating closely with founders and leadership teams.…

Royed R. Yakub

I’m Royed Yakub, a marketing and creative strategy professional with a strong balance of brand-building and performance marketing. Currently working as a Creative Strategist, I develop paid acquisition and messaging strategies across Meta, Google, and TikTok while using audience insights and campaign analytics to continuously improve results. I’ve also built and managed my own DTC brand, where I led identity development, website strategy, content, and customer acquisition—helping drive meaningful business growth. Across roles in startups, fintech, and ecommerce, I combine creative direction with measurable outcomes like increased reach, engagement, follower growth, and a steady share of organic traffic through SEO, all while collaborating closely with founders and leadership teams.…

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I’m Royed Yakub, a marketing and creative strategy professional with a strong balance of brand-building and performance marketing. Currently working as a Creative Strategist, I develop paid acquisition and messaging strategies across Meta, Google, and TikTok while using audience insights and campaign analytics to continuously improve results.

I’ve also built and managed my own DTC brand, where I led identity development, website strategy, content, and customer acquisition—helping drive meaningful business growth. Across roles in startups, fintech, and ecommerce, I combine creative direction with measurable outcomes like increased reach, engagement, follower growth, and a steady share of organic traffic through SEO, all while collaborating closely with founders and leadership teams.

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Language

English
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Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Remote Creative Strategist at ORA - Optimal Recruitment & Automation LLC
January 1, 2026 - Present
Develop creative and paid acquisition strategies across Meta, Google, and TikTok using audience insights and performance data. Partner with leadership on brand growth, campaign strategy, messaging, and content initiatives. Implement SEO strategies contributing to 35–40% organic growth. Analyze campaign performance and audience behavior to refine targeting, creative direction, and data-informed marketing decisions.
Creative Strategist at ORA - Optimal Recruitment & Automation LLC
January 1, 2026 - Present
Develop creative and paid acquisition strategies across Meta, Google, and TikTok using audience insights and performance data. Partner with leadership on brand growth, campaign strategy, messaging, and content initiatives. Implement SEO strategies contributing to 35–40% organic growth. Analyze campaign performance and audience behavior to refine targeting, creative direction, and data-informed marketing decisions.
Creative Strategist Intern (Paid Acquisition) at ORA – Optimal Recruitment & Automation LLC
January 1, 2026 - Present
Supported paid acquisition campaigns across Meta and Google Ads, increasing website traffic by 30%+; Collaborated directly with leadership on campaign execution, brand growth, and performance optimization; Assisted in SEO strategy implementation, contributing to 35–40% organic growth.
Remote Social Media Marketing & Analytics Intern at Accretive Capital
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Increased audience reach by 50%+ and engagement by 30%+ through strategic content initiatives and audience-focused social execution. Developed social strategies aligned with fintech trends, supporting 25%+ follower growth while tracking content and audience performance.
Social Media Marketing & Analytics Intern at Accretive Capital
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025
Increased audience reach by 50%+ and engagement by 30%+ through strategic content initiatives; Developed social media strategies aligned with fintech trends, contributing to 25%+ follower growth; Assisted in audience analytics and content performance tracking to optimize engagement strategies.
Founder & Marketing Manager at Stay You Lenses
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Founded and developed a DTC sunglasses brand, building brand identity, website strategy, digital campaigns, and social presence. Led content, branding, and customer acquisition initiatives that supported 60%+ business growth.
Marketing Manager / Founder at Stay You Lenses
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Founded and scaled a direct-to-consumer sunglasses brand, driving 60%+ business growth; Built brand identity, website strategy, and digital marketing campaigns focused on consumer engagement; Managed social media branding, content creation, and customer acquisition initiatives.
Front Desk Associate at Powerhouse Gym
May 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Supported membership engagement and customer experience within a fast-paced fitness environment; Worked directly with leadership to support daily operations and client relations; Assisted with membership sales support and customer retention initiatives.
Remote Marketing Specialist at Noel Box
June 1, 2021 - August 1, 2022
Supported digital campaigns, marketplace optimization, and brand visibility across Amazon and Etsy, contributing to 20–30% customer acquisition growth. Collaborated on product and packaging development and supported supplier/manufacturer coordination and startup marketing initiatives.
Marketing Specialist at Noel Box
June 1, 2021 - August 1, 2022
Contributed to 20–30% customer acquisition growth through digital campaign optimization; Optimized Amazon and Etsy product listings to improve traffic and conversion performance; Assisted with brand visibility strategies and marketplace campaign management.
Facility Operations Associate at Life Time Athletic
February 1, 2020 - July 1, 2021
Led a team of 5 while supporting facility operations and customer experience; Assisted with daily operational coordination and facility management responsibilities; Supported member retention and client satisfaction initiatives.

Education

Master in Management (International Business) at EAE Business School
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2027
B.S. Communication (Advertising & Marketing) at University of Miami
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
A.A. Business Administration at Saddleback College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2023
Master in Management (International Business) at EAE Business School
May 1, 2026 - May 1, 2027
B.S. Communication (Advertising & Marketing) at University of Miami
January 1, 2022 - December 1, 2025
A.A. Business Administration at Saddleback College
January 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
Master in Management (International Business) - candidate at EAE Business School
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2027
B.S. Communication (Advertising & Marketing) at University of Miami
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
A.A. Business Administration at Saddleback College
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2023

Qualifications

Google Analytics Certification
January 11, 2030 - June 11, 2026
HubSpot Content Marketing
January 11, 2030 - June 11, 2026
HubSpot Email Marketing
January 11, 2030 - June 11, 2026
HubSpot SEO
January 11, 2030 - June 11, 2026
HubSpot Social Media Marketing
January 11, 2030 - June 11, 2026
HubSpot Digital Marketing
January 11, 2030 - June 11, 2026
Google Analytics Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
HubSpot Content Marketing
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
HubSpot Email Marketing
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
HubSpot SEO
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
HubSpot Social Media Marketing
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
HubSpot Digital Marketing
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
Adobe Creative Cloud
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
Google Analytics Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
HubSpot Content Marketing
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
HubSpot Email Marketing
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
HubSpot SEO
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
HubSpot Social Media Marketing
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
HubSpot Digital Marketing
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026
Adobe Creative Cloud
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2026

Industry Experience

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