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Zoe Stocks

@zoestocks

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Versatile creative professional specializing in content creation and project coordination.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I seek a collaborative environment that values creativity and innovation, offering opportunities for growth.

I am a passionate and versatile creative industry professional with a strong background in administration and organization. My experience spans project coordination in music videos, short films, and performing arts, where I have honed my skills in script writing, casting, location scouting, and team delegation. I thrive in collaborative environments, leveraging my strong organizational skills to drive impactful results within purpose-driven teams.

Throughout my career, I have successfully built communities and developed brand identities through effective content creation and marketing strategies. As the Head of Content Creation and Marketing at Underdog Literary Magazine, I led a team to deliver multi-platform content strategies, ensuring that all content met high-quality standards and deadlines. My ability to analyze demographic data and combine it with innovative storytelling has significantly increased audience retention and online reach.

In addition to my content creation expertise, I have provided mentorship to emerging artists, guiding them through brand development and visual storytelling. My approach balances creative leadership with administrative coordination, ensuring that all aspects of production run smoothly. I am eager to bring my skills and experience to a dynamic team where I can continue to drive engagement and deliver compelling content.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Artist Consultant & Brand Developer

Freelance

Provided mentorship on public image, performance readiness, and social media content to artists. Guided artists through brand development, visual storytelling, and content planning. Designed visual marketing materials, aligning artistic vision with data-informed strategies.

Brand Development Visual Storytelling Content Planning SEO Audience Research Calendar Management Project Coordination Social Media Strategy Creative Direction Mentorship

Head Of Content Creation & Marketing

Underdog Literary Magazine

Led a small team to deliver multi-platform content strategies across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, SubStack, and the company website. Created original graphics, videos, and written content, ensuring all content met deadlines and quality standards. Established community engagement initiatives and conducted regular brainstorming sessions.

Content Strategy Graphic Design Video Editing Social Media Marketing SEO Community Engagement Team Leadership Data Analysis Storytelling Workflow Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

QLS Level 7

Advanced Diploma, Digital Marketing

Focused on advanced digital marketing strategies, including social media marketing, Google Ads, PPC, and SEO. Gained expertise in Canva design for creating compelling visual content.

Cambridge Technical

Cambridge Technical Diploma, Performing Arts; Musical Theatre

Specialized in performing arts, with a focus on musical theatre, acting, singing, and dance. Developed skills in arts management, administration, event planning, teamwork, and live performance.

Berklee

Certificate, Music Business

Studied intellectual property, music history, entrepreneurship, and contract negotiation within the music industry. Gained knowledge of regulation, legal compliance, and revenue streams.

Berklee

Certificate, Music Production

Focused on music production techniques, including composition, mixing, editing, and mastering. Explored music theory, production structure, and collaborative workflows.

Open University

Certificate, Copywriting & Creative Writing

Developed skills in SEO writing, storytelling, proofreading, and scriptwriting. Conducted research and refined editing techniques for various forms of literature.