MIKE CALAHAN
San Jose,CA
Summary
Creative content strategist and storyteller with 10+ years of experience in content development across B2B, B2C, SaaS, and editorial landscapes. Proven success managing cross-functional creative teams, developing end-to-end content strategies, and building high-performing campaigns across digital platforms. Recognized for bringing bold ideas to life—once called a “friggin’ genius” by a CEO.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Creative Copywriter
AScaleX
01.2023 - Current
- Develop and manage high-converting digital content across web, email, and ad channels for SaaS and B2B clients.
- Collaborate with designers and marketers to shape content that aligns with business goals and user journeys.
- Advise clients on tone, messaging, and structure across platforms.
Freelance Content Specialist / Copywriter
Self-Employed
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered strategic content for edtech, fintech, and B2B brands-ranging from full website rewrites to SEO blogs and email nurture sequences.
- Oversaw content calendars, audience targeting, and content performance tracking.
Creative Lead / Senior Copywriter
Securly Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Led creative campaigns from ideation to execution, including webinars, product launches, and brand storytelling.
- Managed CMS-driven updates to landing pages and digital experiences.
- Directed a team of remote illustrators and collaborated with designers, PMs, and execs to align messaging with business KPIs.
- Highlight: Campaigns helped generate over 60% of new accounts in year one.
Marketing & Communications Specialist
PlanetMagpie IT Consulting
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Owned web content creation and managed CMS updates for internal and external campaigns.
- Supported SEO strategy, content editing, social media calendars, and email marketing.
- Highlight: Contributed to W3 Silver Award-winning work for digital communication.
Copywriter
Homerun.com
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Wrote daily deal content optimized for conversion and engagement in major U.S. cities.
Education
B.S. - Communication
Colorado State University
Skills
- Content strategy and management
- Proofreading
- Effective communication
- SEO and web optimization
- CMS tools (WordPress, HubSpot)
- Editorial planning and workflow
- Email and social media campaigns
- Creative direction and copywriting
- Demand generation and lead nurturing
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team leadership and vendor oversight
- Data-driven storytelling
Timeline
Senior Creative Copywriter
AScaleX
01.2023 - Current
Freelance Content Specialist / Copywriter
Self-Employed
01.2023 - Current
Creative Lead / Senior Copywriter
Securly Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2022
Marketing & Communications Specialist
PlanetMagpie IT Consulting
01.2016 - 01.2017
Copywriter
Homerun.com
01.2012 - 01.2013
B.S. - Communication
Colorado State University
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