Allena Natchez Fleming
Q What do you do?
“I’m a digital marketing strategist based in Houston, Texas.”
I've been helping businesses increase sales through innovative marketing strategies for 7 years, from website design to social media management. My expertise includes content creation, digital marketing, and business consulting. Whatever your needs are; I can find the best solution together.
Q What steps did you take to get to where you are now?
My digital marketing journey began in college when I founded a music and art festival. I was responsible for leading marketing and general operations efforts. This work led to more freelance marketing and design work for billboards and digital assets. Building my portfolio allow me the opportunity to marketing intern for a large family festival in New Orleans where I partnered with our creatives to grow my skill. My journey continues into more entry full time to leading a social media team for an agency. Now in my journey, I am looking to become a full-time freelancer and work on exciting projects.
Q How do you stand out in your field?
My love for strategy, data, and creativity.
Q What are you working on right now?
I am currently working on digital marketing projects with a swimwear brand, a skincare brand, a reggae festival, and a real estate agent.
Q What’s your style?
My style is bright, lively, and bold. I love to create things that are eye-catching.
Q Out of all your slashies, which one do you wish you could do more often?
Digital Marketing: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Branding, Marketing Strategy, Visual Creative Direction, Email & SMS, Web Design, Content Creation, Content & Campaign Development
Q What is frustrating you right now?
Finding new clients who can afford my services and software management
Q If you could hire someone for $20/hour, what would you have them do to make your day easier?
General Outreach and Client SM engagement
Q What do you wish you could have told yourself, when, and why?
3 years ago, I would have told myself to freelance sooner and to trust my talents.
Q If you could talk to an expert to gain more insight on something, what would it be about?
The business side and pitching
Q What kind of opportunities/projects are you looking for?
Project-based and Retainer Clients
Q Describe your ideal job/client/collaboration.
The client would be open to experimenting and trying new things. They would give feedback in a timely matter and respect work boundaries.
Q What is your rate?
My hourly rate is $35 for consulting but a flat fee for projects. Ex. basic social media package is $600 per month- strategy, creation for 1 platform, lite engagement, scheduling, and reporting. I'm also open to working with solopreneurs and non-profits are discounted rates.
Q How should someone approach you about working together?
Q Who is a creative you admire?
Q Oh! and… how do you stay creative?
Experiencing new things that I haven't seen before
This member profile was originally published in December 2022.