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Hi, I’m Emma Varney-Long. I’m a digital marketing and communications leader with 15+ years’ experience delivering social media strategy, content marketing and integrated PR campaigns for high-growth and purpose-driven organisations. I’m hands-on with LinkedIn and multi-platform content, community engagement and performance analytics, translating complex ideas into compelling digital storytelling that drives measurable audience growth. I’m equally comfortable shaping strategy and rolling up my sleeves on execution. I’ve built and grown online communities, secured national press coverage, and designed campaigns that extend reach, strengthen brand equity and deliver real business results. I work with clients and teams to tell authentic brand stories that connect with audiences and drive growth.…Hi, I’m Emma Varney-Long. I’m a digital marketing and communications leader with 15+ years’ experience delivering social media strategy, content marketing and integrated PR campaigns for high-growth and purpose-driven organisations. I’m hands-on with LinkedIn and multi-platform content, community engagement and performance analytics, translating complex ideas into compelling digital storytelling that drives measurable audience growth. I’m equally comfortable shaping strategy and rolling up my sleeves on execution. I’ve built and grown online communities, secured national press coverage, and designed campaigns that extend reach, strengthen brand equity and deliver real business results. I work with clients and teams to tell authentic brand stories that connect with audiences and drive growth.

Emma Varney-Long

Digital Marketer, Brand Strategist, Marketing Strategist, +2

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Hi, I’m Emma Varney-Long. I’m a digital marketing and communications leader with 15+ years’ experience delivering social media strategy, content marketing and integrated PR campaigns for high-growth and purpose-driven organisations. I’m hands-on with LinkedIn and multi-platform content, community engagement and performance analytics, translating complex ideas into compelling digital storytelling that drives measurable audience growth. I’m equally comfortable shaping strategy and rolling up my sleeves on execution. I’ve built and grown online communities, secured national press coverage, and designed campaigns that extend reach, strengthen brand equity and deliver real business results. I work with clients and teams to tell authentic brand stories that connect with audiences and drive growth.…Hi, I’m Emma Varney-Long. I’m a digital marketing and communications leader with 15+ years’ experience delivering social media strategy, content marketing and integrated PR campaigns for high-growth and purpose-driven organisations. I’m hands-on with LinkedIn and multi-platform content, community engagement and performance analytics, translating complex ideas into compelling digital storytelling that drives measurable audience growth. I’m equally comfortable shaping strategy and rolling up my sleeves on execution. I’ve built and grown online communities, secured national press coverage, and designed campaigns that extend reach, strengthen brand equity and deliver real business results. I work with clients and teams to tell authentic brand stories that connect with audiences and drive growth.

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Hi, I’m Emma Varney-Long. I’m a digital marketing and communications leader with 15+ years’ experience delivering social media strategy, content marketing and integrated PR campaigns for high-growth and purpose-driven organisations. I’m hands-on with LinkedIn and multi-platform content, community engagement and performance analytics, translating complex ideas into compelling digital storytelling that drives measurable audience growth.

I’m equally comfortable shaping strategy and rolling up my sleeves on execution. I’ve built and grown online communities, secured national press coverage, and designed campaigns that extend reach, strengthen brand equity and deliver real business results. I work with clients and teams to tell authentic brand stories that connect with audiences and drive growth.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Director at PR, Marketing and Events Ltd

January 1, 2015 - Present

Led digital marketing and social media strategies that increased brand visibility and online reach across multi-platform digital channels. Managed daily social media engagement across LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter/X and Instagram, contributing to 30–40% audience growth within six months. Delivered integrated campaigns combining social media, content marketing and PR to maximise reach, engagement and brand growth. Built media relationships, secured national coverage, and used analytics to optimise content and audience growth. Produced high-performing digital content (blogs, LinkedIn posts) and nurtured online communities.

Freelance Event Organizer at Select Wedding Agency

January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2015

Delivered high-profile live environments to support stakeholder engagement, brand experience and reputation-building. Acted as primary contact for clients, venues and partners, managing expectations and communication in time-critical situations. Designed and delivered experience-led events at premium venues including Hampton Court Palace, The Langham, Covent Garden, and Clovelly Estate. Managed event operations, including logistics planning, supplier coordination, production schedules, and on-site execution.

Fundraising & Programme Development at Action Ethiopia

January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018

Led fundraising communications and stakeholder engagement, developing impact-led narratives to secure major donor support. Produced clear, evidence-based reporting and storytelling for donors and partners, strengthening trust, transparency and long-term relationships. Coordinated communications across international stakeholders, aligning messaging to programme outcomes, governance, and accountability standards. Secured major donor funding and managed programme delivery milestones, reporting on progress, impact and outcomes. Designed and implemented structured programmes with governance, accountability and risk controls.

Youth Worker at Youth for Christ International

January 1, 1995 - January 1, 2000

Delivered public-facing programmes in complex community environments, maintaining clear boundaries, messaging discipline, and duty of care. Built trusted relationships with young people, families, schools, and partner organisations, navigating sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism. Supported delivery of large group activities, requiring calm decision-making, real-time issue resolution, and responsible communication.

Child Protection & Advocacy at Hong Kong Child Focus

January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2000

Supported multi-agency programme delivery in highly sensitive contexts. Operated within safeguarding, compliance and confidentiality frameworks, ensuring responsible communication and duty of care at all times.