About me

I’m a Cape Town–based, results-driven digital marketing manager with over a decade of experience helping brands grow through insight-led strategy, creative storytelling, and performance-focused execution. I’ve spent my career at the intersection of creativity and data — translating analytics into action and strategy into measurable outcomes.

Over the past five years, I’ve intentionally worked across a wide range of industry verticals to build a deep, well-rounded understanding of marketing in different business environments. This includes FMCG, a web development agency, a B2B marketing agency focused on the technology, IT, energy, defence, and education sectors, as well as medical aesthetics, real estate, and more. This deliberate diversity has strengthened my ability to adapt strategies, communicate across audiences, and drive results in both complex and fast-moving industries.

Currently, I’m focused on deepening my understanding of business analysis and data analytics, expanding my technical skill set to include Tableau, Power BI, Redash, Python, and SQL. I’m also exploring AI integrations and automations, as well as growth marketing strategies using tools like Clay, Apollo, and content syndication platforms.

At my core, I’m passionate about bridging the gap between creative vision and analytical precision — using technology, insight, and innovation to build campaigns that not only look great but also deliver measurable impact.

Skills

Digital Marketing Strategy

Campaign planning, channel mix, and positioning.

Paid Media Management

Google Ads, Meta, and LinkedIn optimization.

Social Media & Content Creation

Storytelling that drives engagement.

Analytics & Optimization

Data-driven insights to improve ROI.

Selected Work

Explore campaigns, reports, and creative work I’ve delivered.

"Despite a demanding workload, Marilize consistently delivered high-quality reports and insights, brought much-needed expertise in Facebook and Instagram advertising, streamlined internal processes for greater efficiency, and served as an invaluable strategic sounding board."
Juan Karstel
Senior Growth Marketing Manager

Brands I've Worked With​

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Whether you’re hiring, collaborating, or exploring new ideas, I’d love to hear from you. I’m always open to meaningful conversations about digital strategy, campaign performance, and creative problem-solving. Reach out to discuss how we can work together to build something impactful — or simply say hello.

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