Akeel Majid

Certified Digital Marketing Professional with over 5 years’ experience in marketing, events management and client services. Skilled in digital marketing, project management and driving innovative integrated marketing campaigns.

Commercial Engagement & PR Manager

Teesside University | May 2022 – Present

• Lead integrated communications and PR campaigns across press, social media, web and e-newsletters, contributing to £540,000+ in commercial income within two years.
• Draft and distribute press releases aligned to brand and strategic objectives.
• Delivered campaigns engaging 100+ businesses in university-led growth programmes.
• Increased LinkedIn following by 38% through targeted content and audience-focused storytelling.
• Produce performance reports and insight-led recommendations to optimise campaign effectiveness.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align messaging with commercial priorities and organisational strategy.

NHS South Tees Hospitals Trust | Dec 2021 – May 2022

• Supported internal communications and stakeholder engagement across clinical and corporate teams.
• Coordinated senior leadership meetings and engagement events.
• Produced KPI reports and management documentation.
• Delivered clear messaging in a high-pressure, reputationally sensitive environment.

Cravens | Sept 2020 – May 2021

• Generated £10,000+ sales in first quarter.
• Managed client relationships and coordinated multiple marketing and design projects.
• Acted as liaison between clients and internal teams to ensure high-quality delivery.

• Certified Digital Marketing Professional Diploma – Digital Marketing Institute (2023)
• BSc (Hons) Marketing – First Class Honours – Newcastle University (2020)