Image: Tappin’ In, Steph Ridings & Lou Lomas for Birmingham 2022. Photo by Andy Moore.
Stephanie Brown
Freelance Digital Marketing for the Arts.
Are you an arts marketer in need of expert digital marketing support?
Whether you need a hand with specific digital marketing activities, or temporary marketing cover, I’m here to help.
I am a Freelance Digital Marketer who has worked in arts and heritage since 2002, so I know the sector - and its unique requirements for marketing activities - really well.
I worked in-house in theatres and museums for 13 years, and since 2016 I’ve been offering freelance services across the sector. I have expertise in a wide range of digital marketing activities, all tailored to meet the needs of arts and cultural organisations.
I work with clients including theatres and theatre companies, arts centres, dance companies, outdoor arts companies and festivals, museums and galleries, orchestras, choirs and sector support organisations.
Having spent over 20 years living and working across the West Midlands, I’m now based on the Norfolk/Suffolk border.
Thanks to the wonders of technology, I’m equipped to work with clients across the UK, offering both remote and in-person support as required.
“Steph has been an absolute delight to work with and kept me sane during a very busy time - I would absolutely recommend her!”
Louise Sinclair, Head of Marketing & Admissions, Compton Verney
I support arts and cultural organisations with digital marketing services including:
Temporary Digital Marketing Support
Have you got a team member moving on, meaning you need a safe pair of hands for your digital marketing while you recruit? Perhaps you’re entering a busy period, and need some additional help with a project or campaign?
From organic or paid social media to email marketing, website updates, copywriting and campaign management, I can jump in and provide reliable support for as long as you need me.
Paid Social Media
Navigating Meta (Facebook & Instagram) and TikTok Ads to reach arts audiences can be complex and overwhelming.
With extensive experience running successful Paid Social campaigns for arts organisations, I can help you avoid common pitfalls and maximise your ad performance. Whether you need a one-off campaign or longer-term account management, I would love to discuss how we can work together.
Google Ads Grants
Do you have a Google Ads Grant for your arts organisation but aren't sure how to maximise its potential? You're not alone. I’ve helped lots of arts teams to effectively leverage their Google for Nonprofits Grant to achieve their goals.
I work with paid accounts too, so if you’re investing real money into Google Ads, I can provide expert guidance to ensure you get the best return on your investment.
Squarespace Websites
Looking for a cost-effective, flexible website for a project or arts company? I build websites on Squarespace and can tailor a package to meet your needs.
Digital Marketing Training
I love to share what I’ve learned over 20+ years of digital arts marketing, so I offer bespoke training for your team, on subjects including Meta Ads, Google Ads, SEO and more.
Social Media Content Creation & Strategy
If you’re looking for support with social media content strategy, creation or community management for a one-off project or a longer-term relationship, you’ve come to the right place.
“Steph is an excellent digital marketing consultant with outstanding project management skills.
She is accessible, supportive and calm, and makes what could be a stressful experience enjoyable, exciting and creative!”
Dr Hannah Phillips, Director - Mobilise Arts
I play nicely with others…
Sometimes you need more than one brain on the job, so I absolutely love teaming up with others. I can either work with your existing team, or draw from my network of brilliant arts freelancers and specialists, for projects where additional skills or resources are needed.
My network includes specialists in marketing strategy and campaign management, press and PR, graphic design, illustration, website development, animation and videography. I love working in collaboration and am happy to pull together the right team for the job.
“I worked with Steph during my time as Chief Executive Officer at Imagineer. Steph led our social media activity and approached it with passion, imagination and skill, building and maintaining our followers with content that fully embraced the style and work of the company.
Steph totally understood our work and was always a great source of professional advice to me as we developed our overall media communication.
I cannot recommend her highly enough. Finally, Steph is always enthusiastic, a joy to work with and we had many laughs together as we planned our campaigns.”
Jane Hytch, Founder Member & Former Chief Executive - Imagineer
Some of the organisations I’ve worked with:
“As well as being a marketing whiz, Steph is a very lovely person who is so easy to work with.
We are so grateful for her generosity as she has happily kept in touch, and occasionally offers us tips and tricks in the ever-changing and enigmatic world of Meta Ads. Thank you, Steph!”
Stephanie Pillinger, General Manager - The Telling
