Samantha Villavicencio

Samantha Villavicencio

Creative Director | Social Media Strategist

9 yrs experience · Los Angeles, CA · <10 hrs/week

About

Visionary marketing and creative leader with over a decade of experience crafting data-driven, socially impactful campaigns that captivate Gen Z and diverse audiences. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, developing high-performing content strategies, and leveraging social, digital, and influencer marketing to drive revenue and engagement. Expert in short-form video, SEO, and multi-platform storytelling, with a passion for creating authentic, resonant brand narratives. Adept at translating cultural insights into innovative campaigns that deliver measurable results. Bilingual content wizard.

Skills

Ad CopyAdobe Creative SuiteAdobe InDesignAdobe PhotoshopAdvertisingAffiliate MarketingBrand AmbassadorBrandingCreative MarketingCreative WritingDesignDigital MarketingFacebookFacebook AdsHootsuiteInfluencer MarketingInstagramInstagram AdsInstagram ReelsIntegrated MarketingLayout DesignMarketingMarketing StrategyPaid AdsPromotional MarketingSocial MediaSocial Media ManagementSocial Media MarketingTikTokTikTok ManagementUI/UX DesignVideo Editing

Experience

  • Creative Strategy Director | Social, Digital & Influencer · The Mindful Studio02-01-2024

    • Spearhead multi-channel marketing strategies, boosting brand visibility and engagement. • Develop and execute high-impact social-first campaigns, driving growth across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. • Lead creative and production teams to craft authentic, trend-aligned content rooted in holistic wellness and conscious living. • Oversee paid media strategies and influencer collaborations, optimizing performance through analytics and insights.

  • Associate Creative Director | Social, Digital & Influencer · Orci12-01-2022 – 02-01-2024

    • Directed cross-functional teams to deliver award-winning influencer and social media campaigns. • Created bilingual, culturally resonant content that drove audience engagement and conversions. • Managed paid media budgets, ensuring optimal ROI across digital channels. • Translated complex data into actionable insights, refining marketing strategies for diverse clients.

  • Associate Creative Director | Influencer · Captiv802-01-2020 – 12-01-2022

    • Designed and launched influencer-driven campaigns, partnering with creators to produce platform-native content. • Focused on short-form video strategies to engage Gen Z audiences, leading to significant increases in reach and engagement. • Collaborated with brands like HBO, Nordstrom, Netflix, Walmart, Frito Lays and more, to align creator content with business objectives, achieving impactful results.

  • Senior Integrated Creative (Art & Copy) | Social & Digital · Orci02-01-2017 – 02-01-2020

    • Created culturally nuanced campaigns tailored to Hispanic and multicultural audiences. • Led creative development of social media activations for brands like Honda, Acura and Dole Sunshine, blending art direction with copywriting for maximum impact. • Drove engagement through bilingual content across digital platforms.

  • Social Media Content Creator · Zubi Advertising Services08-01-2015 – 02-01-2017

    • Developed engaging digital and social campaigns, enhancing brand storytelling and presence. • Crafted creative content calendars, overseeing community management and paid strategies for brands like Walgreens, Chase, Dunkin', Ford and Zubi.

Education

  • Miami Ad SchoolBachelor's degree, Advertising
  • Lindenwood UniversityAdvertising, Advertising

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