Linda Banh
Q What do you do?
“Freelance marketer, content creator, event planner, project manager, digital strategy and consulting, social media management, photographer, videographer, and brand storyteller!”
Q What steps did you take to get to where you are now?
I went to college in Chicago in order to intern throughout my 4 years there. Networking and being exposed early on to real world experiences has allowed me to progress quickly in my career and I am forever grateful!
Q How do you stand out in your field?
I feel that marketing requires you to wear a lot of hats, and with that I have been able to learn several skills (website, design, social media, photography, video editing, project management, etc.) while working at different advertising agencies.
Q What are you working on right now?
I am currently freelancing and have a few projects doing some of the following:
website development
creating an electronic press kit for a music artist
editing videos for a non-profit organization called Heroic Hearts that provides veterans with PTSD to access psychedelic programs
Q What’s your style?
Q Out of all your slashies, which one do you wish you could do more often?
Production, whether it be on site at events or within larger scale content creation pieces.
Q What is frustrating you right now?
I have had the most success/opportunities through networking, I feel that community is important and would like to continue meeting other like-minded creatives!
Q If you could hire someone for $20/hour, what would you have them do to make your day easier?
Social media engagement, admin tasks (emails, scheduling, etc.)
Q What do you wish you could have told yourself, when, and why?
COVID was a huge opportunity to build up a digital presence and to always try to stay ahead being at the right place at the right time.
Q If you could talk to an expert to gain more insight on something, what would it be about?
Approach to social platforms, navigating the influx of content, and tips for growing a wider network!
Q What kind of opportunities/projects are you looking for?
Open to all collaborations and opportunities!
Q Describe your ideal job/client/collaboration.
I am flexible to all collaborations/jobs and enjoy of being on site to produce an event or working with clients who are willing to see ideas outside of the box.
Q What is your rate?
$35-$40/hr
Q How should someone approach you about working together?
Q Who is a creative you admire?
Elise Osafo
Tiktok: @eltheegg
She and I went to high school together and she was able to grow during the pandemic with her relatable/funny/food content and inspires me to keep posting and making content. She also recently graduated law school!
Q Oh! and… how do you stay creative?
Words shape worlds unseen, worlds born from the mind's delight, visions take to flight.
This member profile was originally published in May 2024.