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Tamara Bennett

Social Media Strategist & Content Manager
Dallas,TX
Tamara Bennett

Summary

Social Media Strategist and Content Manager with 8+ years of experience leading content strategy, platform growth, and brand storytelling for consumer-facing brands, including Instacart. Proven ability to translate business goals into high-performing social content through short-form video, infographics, and platform-specific campaigns, with experience in cross-functional collaboration, performance analysis, and building scalable content systems.

Overview

7
years of professional experience
9
Certificates
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Brandit Design Group

Freelance Social Media Strategist & Content Design
01.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Partner with small brands to develop multi-platform social media strategies focused on brand voice, audience growth, and engagement
  • Increased client engagement by 50% through platform-specific content planning and creative execution
  • Designed short-form video, infographics, and visual brand assets to strengthen brand identity and consistency
  • Managed content calendars and posting cadence to support consistent publishing and improved reach
  • Developed foundational brand systems, including logos, color palettes, and social templates, to support scalable content creation
  • Provide ongoing strategic guidance to a recurring monthly retainer client, supporting long-term content planning and performance optimization

Instacart

Social Media Strategist & Content Designer
11.2021 - 04.2025

Job overview

(Promoted internally; began as Social Media Specialist)

  • Led social media content strategy and creative execution across Instagram, TikTok, X, and Threads, supporting brand campaigns, cultural moments, and seasonal initiatives
  • Supported creative development and real-time social engagement for Instacart’s “We’re Here” Super Bowl campaign, contributing to a #13 Ad Meter ranking and 612K+ reach
  • Designed and produced platform-native creative across key social channels, achieving 70K+ average monthly reach and increasing average post reach by 40% through trend-driven and seasonal content.
  • Launched and scaled Instacart’s customer support presence on X, boosting engagement by 90% and increasing positive sentiment by 75%
  • Improved overall community sentiment by 40% through direct user engagement and proactive issue resolution
  • Streamlined customer response workflows, reducing average resolution time by 50% while protecting brand reputation in real time
  • Reduced design turnaround time by 50% by developing reusable graphic templates and scalable content systems
  • Delivered weekly and monthly performance insights, analyzing engagement, sentiment, and platform trends to inform content direction and optimization
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with brand, marketing, and community teams to translate business objectives into social-first storytelling

Malibu Ubilam LLC

Social Media Manager (Early-Stage Startup)
09.2020 - 08.2021

Job overview

  • Led social media strategy and execution for an early-stage, online-first startup, managing brand presence across Instagram and paid social channels
  • Grew Instagram following by 30% and improved paid ad performance by 45% through data-informed campaign planning
  • Planned and executed monthly social campaigns using performance insights to guide content direction and optimization
  • Designed branded visuals and managed daily publishing, engagement, and performance tracking
  • Aligned social content calendars with product launches, driving a 25% increase in weekly website sessions
  • Conducted monthly audits of content performance and audience insights to refine posting strategies
  • Managed daily comment and DM engagement, increasing response rates by 40% and strengthening customer relationships

Belle Lumiere Skin Care & Cosmetics

Social Media Content Creator (Contract)
07.2018 - 02.2019

Job overview

  • Created monthly branded social media graphics and promotional content for Instagram, supporting consistent brand presence and audience engagement
  • Increased profile visibility by 25% through trend-aligned visual content and platform-appropriate storytelling
  • Designed product highlights and promotional assets that contributed to a 15% increase in ecommerce sales during targeted campaigns
  • Executed UGC-inspired and interactive content to encourage engagement and community participation
  • Conducted competitor research and light market analysis to align content direction with industry trends
  • Managed content scheduling and posting cadence using social media management tools

Education

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA

Bachelor of Arts from Fashion Design and Merchandising
08.2012 - 05.2016

University Overview

  • Academic Scholarship Recipient
  • Member of Alpha Kappa Mu National Honor Society
  • Magna Cum Laude Graduate

Skills

Social Media Strategy & Content Planning

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Certification

Lean Six Sigma White Belt, 12/01/23, AIGPE

Timeline

Freelance Social Media Strategist & Content Design

Brandit Design Group
01.2024 - Current

Social Media Strategist & Content Designer

Instacart
11.2021 - 04.2025

Social Media Manager (Early-Stage Startup)

Malibu Ubilam LLC
09.2020 - 08.2021

Social Media Content Creator (Contract)

Belle Lumiere Skin Care & Cosmetics
07.2018 - 02.2019

Clark Atlanta University

Bachelor of Arts from Fashion Design and Merchandising
08.2012 - 05.2016

Awards

  • Social Strategist Award, Instacart, 12/01/24
  • Social Media Triple Threat, NCSW, 10/01/22
  • 2022 Top Performer for Best Quality Assurance, Instacart, 2022

Skills

I specialize in social media strategy and content design, with a strong focus on brand storytelling, platform-specific content, and audience engagement. My skills span content planning, short-form video, infographics, and visual systems that help brands show up consistently and intentionally across social platforms. I’m experienced in analyzing performance, social listening, and using insights to refine content strategy, and I work closely with cross-functional teams to translate brand goals into social content that feels timely, relevant, and impactful.

Tamara BennettSocial Media Strategist & Content Manager