
Caitlin Joseph
Verified Expert in Marketing
Marketing Expert
Portland, OR, United States
Toptal member since November 16, 2025
Caitlin is a social media marketer who blends creativity and strategy to help brands stand out online. With 10+ years of experience, she transforms stories into strategies that build communities, drive engagement, and deliver tangible results across every platform. Caitlin specializes in organic social, content strategy, and influencer collaborations across brands such as Scotts Miracle-Gro, US Foods, Umpqua Bank, and Imagine Learning.
Project Highlights
Expertise
- Campaign Management
- Community Management
- Digital Marketing
- Influencer Marketing
- Meltwater
- Social Listening
- Social Media Strategy
- Sprout Social
Work Experience
Social Media Manager
Scotts Miracle-Gro
- Managed multichannel organic social media strategy and daily execution across Meta, TikTok, Pinterest, and X, ensuring consistent brand presence and timely, high-quality publishing.
- Collaborated with agency partners and internal stakeholders to coordinate creative assets, influencer content, and cross-functional approvals through Sprinklr, Workfront, and Nova Collab.
- Analyzed post performance and audience engagement through Sprinklr reporting, using insights to inform future content planning and optimize social performance.
Social Media & Community Consultant
Imagine Learning
- Manages daily engagement across platforms using Sprout Social and native tools, improving response time and strengthening community relationships.
- Planned and executed strategic content calendars that align with organizational goals, campaigns, and audience needs.
- Wrote, edited, and optimized social copy for posts, campaigns, and engagement, maintaining a clear and consistent brand voice.
Social Media Marketing Specialist
US Foods
- Published daily content across Meta, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, YouTube, and Threads—ensuring consistency in brand voice and maximizing engagement.
- Covered live events in real time, sharing reels, stories, carousels, and behind-the-scenes content, including celebrity chef-led takeovers and whitelisted posts from culinary talent.
- Built and nurtured relationships with celebrity chefs and foodservice influencers to encourage collaboration, content sharing, and expanded reach.
Project History
Food Fanatics Live Las Vegas Campaign
- 42% — YoY Engagement Rate Increase Across Meta Channels
- 2.5 Million — Total Organic Impressions During Event Week
- 35% — Lift in LinkedIn Followers During Campaign Period
US Foods wanted to extend the reach and impact of its Food Fanatics Live Las Vegas event beyond in-person attendees. The goal was to transform a trade event into a digital storytelling moment that captured the creativity, innovation, and energy of the chef community while maintaining brand consistency across multiple social channels.
I developed a comprehensive organic content strategy that emphasized behind-the-scenes storytelling, chef partnerships, and live coverage. My approach combined real-time short-form videos, chef interviews, and highlight reels optimized for Meta, Instagram, and LinkedIn. I collaborated with internal creative teams and on-site talent to ensure that every post captured the authenticity and emotion of the event.
I expanded the visibility of Food Fanatics Live nationwide, deepened chef and customer engagement, and established a repeatable social framework for future US Foods events.
Warm Hearts Winter Campaign
- 58% — YoY Engagement Growth on Meta
- 17% — Increase in Online Donations Compared to the Prior Year
- 1.3 Million — Organic Impressions Across All Social Channels
Umpqua Bank needed to raise awareness and donations for its Warm Hearts Winter Campaign, a seasonal initiative that supports local shelters and food banks. The challenge was to re-energize an existing annual campaign, reach younger audiences, and inspire participation amid digital fatigue and competing nonprofit messages.
I created a refreshed social media strategy centered around community storytelling and local impact. We highlighted nonprofit partners, real donation stories, and regional milestones using a mix of short videos, carousels, and boosted posts. Collaboration with local creators and community organizations helped expand reach, while cohesive messaging across Meta and LinkedIn maintained a consistent, heartfelt tone.
I strengthened Umpqua’s reputation as a purpose-driven brand, boosted donations, and built lasting relationships with community partners and local nonprofits.
Educator Storytelling Campaign
- 60% — Increase in Engagement Rate on Video Content
- 2.2x — Higher Click-through Rate than Previous Campaigns
- 25% — Lift in Post Saves and Shares
Imagine Learning wanted to elevate brand trust and connection with educators by sharing authentic classroom stories. The challenge was to craft content that felt authentic and relatable while still showcasing the innovation behind the company’s Curriculum-informed AI tools, striking a balance between human connection and product credibility.
I led the creative direction for a nationwide educator-driven content series, developing video scripts and post copy tailored for Meta, LinkedIn, and X. Each asset highlighted genuine educator experiences and measurable classroom outcomes. The campaign strategy blended storytelling and education, aligning every message with the brand’s tone and accessibility standards while optimizing performance across all channels.
I humanized the Imagine Learning brand, deepened educator engagement, and established a scalable storytelling model used in future campaigns.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in English
Western Oregon University - Monmouth, OR, USA
Certifications
Digital Marketing Certification
Meta
Skills
Core
Social Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing (SMM), Social Media, Community Management, Content Creation, Content Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Paid Advertising, TikTok Ads, YouTube Ads, LinkedIn Marketing, TikTok Marketing, Content Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO), Go-to-market (GTM) Strategies, Social Media Advertising, Digital Marketing, Campaign Management, Writing & Editing, Organic Social Media, Influencer Marketing, Social Media Content, Social Media Posting, B2C Marketing, Social Media Platforms, Social Media Analytics, Social Media Campaigns, Campaign Strategy, Copywriting, Social Media Optimization
Platforms & Tools
Meltwater, Meta Platform, Instagram Ads, Google Analytics, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite
Business Models
Business to Business (B2B)
Other
Reporting, Community Growth, Content Calendar Development, Social Listening, Sprout Social, Impact, Content Management, Events, Influencers, Sentiment Analysis, Meta Ads, Social Media Copywriting, AI Social Media Content Creation, Organic Content Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), GoHighLevel, Bitly API, Final Cut Pro, CapCut, Adobe Lightroom, Ad Optimization, Analytics, Content Writing, Critical Thinking, Research, Communication, Analysis, Storytelling, Cultural Awareness, B2B Marketing, Social Media Engagement, Event Coverage, Community, Video Campaign Management, Brand Voice
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