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Educational Carousel
“The Wellness Edit” — a swipeable, save-worthy guide to making informed wellness choices.
Social Media Portfolio · 2026
Ellison Ashby
Social media & marketing creative crafting content that inspires and connects — with an eye shaped on set and a mind trained in psychology and policy.
About Me
Hi! My name is Ellison Ashby
I am a recent UC Santa Barbara graduate eager to put my unique experiences and skill set to work in an entry-level social media and marketing position. With an educational background in Public Policy and Law, Applied Psychology, and Dance, I have always sought to nourish both my analytical and creative sides.
After graduating with High Honors in June 2025, I took an opportunity to live abroad through a series of modeling contracts in Latin America and China. Working as a model this past year further affirmed my love for all things fashion, wellness, and beauty. Collaborating with a wide range of clients and creatives on set gave me an inside look at what it takes to create content that not only resonates with consumers but also builds brand identity, transparency, and trust.
With exceptional writing skills, a global-minded perspective, and a passion for visual storytelling, I am excited to bring these skills together to create content that ultimately inspires and connects.
- High Honors
- B.A., UC Santa Barbara, 2025
- 3 Countries
- On set in Los Angeles, Medellín & Guangzhou
- 5+ Years
- Collaborating with photographers, stylists & creative directors
- ~1,000
- Client files managed with precision as a legal assistant
Concept Projects
Speculative content built around fashion, wellness and beauty — each format chosen for a different job: to educate, to invite interaction, to ride a trend honestly, or simply to feel seen.
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02 · Stories
Interactive Story
“The Beauty Edit” — a fall beauty story sequence built to invite viewers into the looks and trends they love.
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03 · Trend
Transparent Trend
A “yes, but” take on the 5 a.m. sunrise — honest, self-aware content that builds trust through transparency.
04 · Reel
Relatable Reel
Short-form video that pairs elevated product visuals with an everyday, relatable hook.
Published Work
Still Life
Fragrance Study I
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Instagram Carousel
Test Shoot — Medellín Edition
Still Life
Fragrance Study II
Creative & Strategic Skills
Creative
- Visual storytellingConcept, composition & mood
- Copywriting & captionsClear, warm, on-brand voice
- Short-form videoReels, trends & hooks
- Carousel & story designCanva, layout & type
- On-set collaborationPhotographers, stylists & directors
Strategic
- Audience psychologyApplied Psychology minor
- Brand identity & trustTransparency-first content
- Research & analysisPublic Policy & Law training
- Client communicationRetail styling & consultative sales
- Organization & detailDeadlines, records & accuracy
Focus areas
FashionBeautyWellnessFine Jewelry LifestyleGlobal Audiences
Experience
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Oct 2026 — Present
Retail Sales Associate & Stylist
Mejuri · San Diego, CA
Guide customers through fine-jewelry decisions by understanding their needs — price point, materials and design — to help them find pieces they’ll love for a lifetime.
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Aug 2021 — Present
Model
Aston Models · Los Angeles, Medellín, Guangzhou
Collaborate with photographers, stylists, artists and creative directors to deliver on each client’s branding needs on set — adapting quickly to new environments and cultural expectations.
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Oct 2023 — Jun 2025
Legal Assistant
Collins & Associates
Prepared, edited and proofread legal documents; maintained roughly 1,000 client files; handled timekeeping, invoicing and accounting with precision.
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Graduated Jun 2025
B.A., History of Public Policy & Law
University of California, Santa Barbara · High Honors
Minor in Applied Psychology, with additional study in Dance.
Now open to new roles
Let’s create something that connects.
I’m looking for an entry-level social media or marketing position where I can grow with a brand and its community. I’d love to hear from you.