Designing Meaning Through AI, Content, and Marketing

Who is Daniel?
I am a content analyst, marketing professional, AI artist and researcher. I’ve worked in various creative and analytical roles in marketing agencies and startup ventures over the past ten years. I currently am a freelance marketer and entrepreneur working on a variety of projects related to artificial intelligence and content production. On the side I engage in research focused on AI, decision-making, ethics, and memetic philosophy.
Resume
Marketing Strategist: Integrating Insights to Drive Results
📍 Eugene, Oregon, United States
✉️ [email protected] | 🌐 LinkedIn
Summary
Strategic Marketing Specialist with 10+ years of experience integrating insights across digital channels to drive engagement and conversions. Expertise in SEO, content strategy, paid advertising, PR, and AI-driven marketing solutions. Proven track record of:
- Increasing organic traffic by 50% through optimized content and SEO strategies.
- Managing $500K+ in ad spend, achieving an average ROAS of 4.5x.
- Leading multi-platform social campaigns, boosting engagement by 35%.Passionate about leveraging AI and collaborative intelligence to craft data-driven marketing strategies.
Skills & Tools
Marketing & Strategy
✔ Content Strategy & Copywriting
✔ SEO & Keyword Research (Google Analytics, SEMrush, Ahrefs)
✔ Email Marketing & CRM (HubSpot, Mailchimp)
✔ Social Media Marketing (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook)
✔ PR & Editorial Outreach
✔ Paid Advertising (Google Ads, Meta Ads, LinkedIn Ads)
AI & Automation
✔ Generative AI: ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity
✔ AI Image/Video: Midjourney, Runway, 11Labs
✔ Web & No-Code: Squarespace, Wix, Canva
Professional Experience
Freelance (Self-employed) – Freelance Writer
📍 Springfield, Oregon | 📆 March 2022 – Present
- Created SEO-optimized blog content, increasing organic traffic by 50% in 6 months.
- Used AI-driven content tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity) to reduce content production time by 40%.
- Designed high-converting marketing assets in Canva, boosting audience engagement by 25%.
- Developed 5+ client websites in Squarespace & Wix, improving UX and reducing bounce rates by 30%.
FPW Media – Marketing Specialist
📍 Springfield, OR | 📆 May 2022 – March 2023
- Secured 15+ editorial placements via PR & podcast outreach, increasing brand awareness by 30%.
- Managed $150K+ in ad spend, achieving an ROI improvement of 3.8x through A/B testing.
- Led cross-platform social media marketing, growing audience engagement by 30% in 6 months.
- Developed an AI-driven content blog pipeline, streamlining topic research, drafting, and publishing, which increased content output by 30%
Mountain Rose Herbs – Digital Marketing Strategist
📍 Eugene, OR | 📆 May 2019 – March 2020
- Increased website traffic by 25% through SEO and paid search optimization.
- Managed email automation for 200K+ subscribers, increasing email open rates by 25%.
- Handled $100K+ in advertising budgets, optimizing paid search and social campaigns for 4.2x ROAS.
- Led SEO improvements, reducing bounce rate by 20% and increasing dwell time by 15%.
Imagination International Inc. – Digital Marketing Strategist
📍 Eugene, OR | 📆 March 2016 – March 2019
- Developed and executed $50K+ paid media campaigns, increasing conversion rates by 35%.
- Optimized CRM email automation, leading to a 25% increase in lead conversions.
- Led SEO initiatives, increasing organic search traffic by 30% YoY.
- Analyzed campaign data to optimize CTR and engagement, boosting retention by 20%.
Cause Analytics – Content Strategist & Analyst
📍 Southampton, UK | 📆 June 2012 – February 2016
- Conducted competitive market intelligence research, improving strategic positioning for 10+ clients.
- Created thought leadership content, increasing website traffic by 60% over 3 years.
- Developed a survey analytics solution, providing real-time insights to key stakeholders.
- Authored data-driven whitepapers, enhancing client credibility and sales conversions.
Funk/Levis & Associates – Social Media Manager
📍 Eugene, OR | 📆 November 2014 – June 2015
- Managed 7 client social media accounts, growing follower engagement by 35%.
- Led paid social campaigns, improving CTR by 30% through A/B testing.
- Developed a content calendar strategy, boosting brand consistency and user retention.
- Provided web & social analytics reporting, optimizing content for maximum reach.
Open Intelligence Ltd. – Content Analyst
📍 United Kingdom | 📆 March 2010 – February 2012
- Conducted content analysis & knowledge management (KM), streamlining client data insights.
- Contributed to a published industry article, reinforcing thought leadership in KM.
- Worked in a multi-cultural environment, developing international research skills.
Education
🎓 QUT (Queensland University of Technology) – Master's in Information Technology, Digital Environments (2012 - 2013)
🎓 University of Oregon – International Studies, Minor in Communications (2007 - 2011)
🎓 Lane Community College – Theater Arts Coursework (1999 - 2002)
Knowledge to Explore