Selin Calbay

Selin Calbay

Strategic digital marketer and relationship builder — driving multi-channel campaigns, client growth, and operational excellence

7 yrs experience · Chicago, IL · 30-40 hrs/week

About

Digital marketing strategist and account manager with 7+ years of experience helping brands grow through clear strategy and strong execution. My background includes paid media, social strategy, email marketing, influencer campaigns, and full-funnel planning across agency and in-house teams. I specialize in simplifying complex marketing efforts, aligning stakeholders, and turning insights into practical next steps. I work closely with creatives, strategists, and founders to keep projects organized, focused, and moving forward. I’m known for being collaborative, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure, with a strong ability to balance big-picture strategy and day-to-day execution. Based internationally and available for freelance and contract work.

Skills

Account ManagementBrand DevelopmentBrand IdentityBrand StrategyCampaign ManagementClient CommunicationData AnalysisDigital MarketingDigital StrategyEmail MarketingGoogle AdsGoogle AnalyicsGrowth MarketingInfluencer MarketingMarketing StrategyOptimizationPaid AdsProject ManagementSocial Media Management

Experience

  • Account Executive · 2060 Digital2021 – 2022

    Prospected, pitched, and closed new business; delivered digital solutions to clients; built digital plans and monitored performance across social, display, and programmatic channels.

  • Strategic Operations Manager · 2060 Digital2019 – 2021

    Led client strategy and operations for multi-channel campaigns; managed timelines, assets, budgets, and performance optimization; partnered with cross-functional teams to align strategy and execution.

  • Digital Campaign Coordinator · 2060 Digital2018 – 2019

    Coordinated digital campaigns; supported media planning and execution; assisted with reporting and performance insights; contributed to creative development and content scheduling.

  • Sales Assistant · iHeartMedia2017 – 2018

    Supported the sales team in client relationships, preparation of sales materials, and campaign execution across markets; coordinated spot placement and ensured accurate campaign delivery.

  • Assistant Account Executive · JSH&A Communications2015 – 2016

    Supported account executives with press releases, media pitching, and campaign coordination; contributed to client materials and research; assisted with campaign timelines and content planning.

  • Account Management Intern · JSH&A Communications2015 – 2015

    Assisted account management team with daily tasks, research, and supporting PR campaigns for consumer clients.

  • Manager of Family Business · Cafe Calbay2010 – 2017

    Managed daily operations, oversaw staff, and ensured excellent customer service in a family-owned cafe.

Education

  • DePaul UniversityBachelor’s Degree, Public Relations and Advertising
  • Bradley University

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