Pittsburgh, PA · Available for Hire
Creative Strategist
I build brands, design experiences, and execute strategy across digital, print, and social, combining creative instinct with data-driven thinking to get results that actually move the needle.
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Brand identities, logos, flyers, event collateral, and print-ready assets. Every pixel intentional, every concept rooted in strategy.
High-converting Meta, Google, and display ad creatives. Designed to stop the scroll and drive action, tested, refined, and built to perform.
Custom-coded websites with clean structure, fast performance, and branded aesthetics. From single-page landings to multi-section business sites.
Strategically designed email campaigns and newsletters that convert, from layout and copy structure to subject line optimization.
Leveraging AI tools to accelerate content creation, automate workflows, and unlock competitive insights faster than traditional methods.
Event, product, and portrait photography with professional editing. Capturing moments and brands with a creative eye for composition and light.
End-to-end social strategy: content calendars, community engagement, platform growth, and performance analytics across Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and more.
Technical audits, keyword research, on-page optimization, and performance tracking with GA4 and Search Console to grow organic visibility.
Reels, TikToks, and YouTube Shorts edited for maximum retention and engagement. Fast-paced cuts, captions, music sync, and platform-native formatting.
Clean, intuitive user interface design for web and mobile. Wireframes, mockups, and polished layouts built around user experience and brand consistency.
Full-site build for a Pittsburgh-based photo booth rental & event photography company. Dark red and gold brand aesthetic, booking form integration.
Visit Site →Streetwear e-commerce brand site with dark aesthetic, gold accents, and 28-product catalog. TikTok Shop integration and conversion-optimized product pages.
Visit Site →Single-page event website for a traveling cultural arts gala, dark aesthetic with neon accents, vendor application integration, and Eventbrite ticketing CTA.
EVENT: JULY 11, PITTSBURGHProfessional website for a home health care services company. Clean, trustworthy design with clear service offerings and a patient-focused user experience.
Visit Site →Need a custom-coded website for your brand or business? Let's build something exceptional together, no templates, just results.
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Event · Portrait · Lifestyle · Brand Photography
Whether you're a company looking to bring on a full-time creative strategist or a business owner who needs expert help on a project basis, I deliver results across the full digital spectrum.
Every engagement is built around your goals, your audience, and your brand.
Strategy first. Design second. Results always.
I don't just make things look good, I build systems that grow brands, attract customers, and generate real ROI. Whether you need a one-time project or ongoing strategic support, I bring the same level of intention to every engagement.
Currently open for full-time opportunities and freelance partnerships in Pittsburgh and remotely.
I'm Ujamaa "Link" Walker, a Pittsburgh-based Creative Strategist with 5+ years of experience at the intersection of design, marketing, and technology. I build brands, run campaigns, and create experiences that make people stop and pay attention.
My background spans digital marketing, web development, graphic design, and photography, giving me a rare ability to own a creative vision from concept to execution without losing momentum between disciplines.
I'm currently Lead Digital Coordinator at the Alliance of Police Accountability, running my own photography and event business (Hustle-Up Promotions), building a streetwear brand (Cartà Customs), and producing Pittsburgh's first Black Arts Gala. I don't just talk strategy, I live it.
Google Certified in Digital Marketing (2025). Coding Bootcamp trained. Art Institute graduate. Constantly learning, constantly building.
Link completely transformed our digital presence. From the website redesign to our social media strategy, everything feels cohesive and professional now. We've seen real engagement growth.
The ad creatives Link designed for our campaign were exceptional. Sharp visuals, clear messaging, and they actually converted. He understands both design and marketing psychology.
Hired Link for event photography and he delivered stunning shots, candid, posed, all of it. On time, professional, and the editing was top tier. Will absolutely book again.
Whether you're looking to hire full-time or bring me on for a specific project, I'm ready to talk. Let's figure out if we're a fit.