Skills

"Benji possesses a unique talent for crafting compelling visual stories that resonate deeply with audiences, while simultaneously delivering on strategic objectives."

My greatest qualities

Creative Eye

I see design as a problem-solving skill, and with a background in philosophy, I strive to methodically provide innovative solutions.

Teamwork

From being part of a team and being in positions of leadership I understand groups dynamics and how to get the best outcome out of it.

Because of my large variety of skills and interests, I have developed a global vision over most processes, making me a very flexible autonomous person.

Flexibility

🡺 Experience

Bolt Marketing - Creative Strategist

(Nov 2023 - Feb 2025)

As the Creative Strategist for Bolt Marketing, I managed multiple client projects from start to finish, overseeing creative development, timelines, and deliverables to ensure smooth execution. My role involved writing engaging ad copy, developing creative briefs, and aligning content with each brand’s goals.

I worked closely with our media buyers to ensure creatives were optimized for performance and scalability. By balancing project management with creative strategy,

I helped improve campaign efficiency, strengthen client relationships, and drive greater client profitability.

Cobblemon Islands - CEO

(May 2023 - Present)

As the CEO of Cobblemon Islands, I lead the strategy and execution of a thriving Social Gaming Network, attracting 5,000+ daily users and managing a team of 13 full-time employees and 40+ freelancers. Focused on growth, I develop new monetization and marketing strategies that drive strong P&L results. Strategic partnerships with influencers have generated over 10,000,000 organic views and 750,000 downloads.

I oversee digital media, brand positioning, and creative direction to ensure a cohesive online presence. Passionate about building high-performing teams, I lead recruitment, mentorship, and collaboration while optimizing financial planning and revenue for long-term success.

Full Send - Social Media Intern

(Feb 2019 - Jan 2024)

As a Social Media Intern for Full Send, I managed and grew social media profiles to over 35,000 followers, curating and scheduling content to strengthen brand identity and engagement. I developed and executed content strategies, sourcing fresh, on-brand material that aligned with both Full Send, and the University of Missouri. By overseeing post scheduling and leveraging trends, I maintained a consistent and impactful online presence that drove audience growth.

Additionally, I played a key role in promoting Happy Dad Hard Seltzer across Missouri during its launch in the state, creating targeted content, coordinating promotional campaigns, and increasing brand visibility through strategic social media initiatives and community engagement.

TheGoodz Delivery - Marketing Coordinator

(Jan 2021 - Jan 2022)

Developed and led creative social media strategies to promote TheGoodz Delivery on the University of Missouri campus and throughout Columbia, Missouri.

Created engaging content and marketing ideas to boost brand awareness and connect with the local community.

Bud's Classic BBQ - Marketing Manager

(May 2021 - Jan 2022)

Managed social media marketing for the launch of Bud’s Classic BBQ in Columbia, Missouri. Created and sourced engaging content while setting up and optimizing business profiles on Yelp, Google, and other platforms to boost visibility and customer engagement.

Lux Studios - CEO

(Mar 2012 - Jan 2019)

Led the creative vision and strategy for Lux Studios, collaborating with Microsoft partner Pathway Studios to plan and design content for Microsoft’s Marketplace. Founded and built the creative design team in 2012, overseeing recruitment, brand promotion, social media management, client relations, project execution, and financial planning.

Education

Interests

Primary School

➤ Monte Vista High School

Bachelor of Arts Degree

➤ University of Missouri

What I do for fun

➤ Concerts

➤ Traveling w/ my Dog

➤ Playing Music

➤ Video Games