+27(84)626-7689 Vanessa@ContentArchitects.co.za

Helping businesses create and sustain a far-reaching digital footprint

Brand Strategy - Writing - Digital - PR - Social - Design - Video

Analytical - Sincere - Storytellers - Resourceful - Relevant - Driven - Objective - SEO Minded

+5 years +49 120 tweets +3 954 posts
+260 newsletters +311 articles
+many happy clients

Why Choose Us

Services

Web Development
Content writing | design | photography
Distilling, researching, growing and articulating ideas in words:
  • Thought Leadership articles
  • Blogging
  • Content writing
  • Copywriting
  • Ghost writing
  • Polishing
  • Magazine-style interviews
  • Newsletters
  • Websites
  • Research services
  • Marketing services / consulting.
    • Web Development
    Architecture | targeted online media | optimal frequencies
    Positioning content in targeted online media at optimal frequencies, to amplify your brand:
  • Website design, management and search engine optimisation
  • Email marketing
  • PR exposure
  • LinkedIn growth and visibility
  • Twitter stream ignition and sustenance
  • Facebook fan-base development
  • Instagram and Google+ and Pinterest presence enhancement
  • Explainer videos
  • Infographics.
    • Web Development
    Digital footprint
    While each of our services can stand alone, when integrated in a well-executed online strategy, they deliver longer-term visibility and traction.

    In today’s mobile and digital culture efficiency, visibility and connectedness are just the basics. We want your clients to be committed for the long-term. We kick-start and sustain authentic conversations in a genuine way - forging an emotional connection and brand loyalty.
    about

    Vanessa Hilton-Barber

    “I’m a writer, photographer, strandloper (beach walker) and founder of Content Architects. After working in Johannesburg for 10 years I left the city to work remotely in Port Alfred, in the Eastern Cape. I love being able to combine and a business and a lifestyle which include each other. It’s challenging doing a lot of different things – but every day can be a revelation of creativity and growth – if you have the energy!

    In South Africa our resilience, compassion and forgiveness have guided us on a unique journey and can continue to illuminate our future if we actively try to help each other. One thing I know for sure is that being fearless in business is just about prioritising your fears. Many of our clients we’ve never even met because we work away so far away. But if you deliver, people trust you to get the job done. In the words of Eleanor Roosevelt, “With freedom comes responsibility”.

    Accomplishments
    BA English and History, Rhodes University English Literature Honours, UNISA, Level 5 TEFL Teacher, Published writer (Life Matters) Founder of Content Architects Digital Media: September 2016.

    Skills
  • Digital media content strategist
  • Project planning and management
  • Business writer: Thought Leadership, blogs
  • Copywriter: websites, all social media platforms, newsletters
  • PR exposure LinkedIn growth and visibility.

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    Career History
  • 1996 - 1999 - CutAways Post Production: Video Editing Production Manager
  • 1999- 2001 - IMS Health London: Production Manager
  • 2002 - 2011 Blue Moon Corporate Communications: Account Manager
  • 2011 - 2012 Freelance Writer and Editor
  • 2012 - 2014 SoulProviders Collective: Social Media Manager
  • 2014 - 2016 Social Media Strategist, Writer. Editor
  • 2016 – Present Founder and Creative Custodian at Content Architects

    • Clients I’ve worked with:
    The Edcon Group, EXXARO, Great Basin Gold, Sasol Technology, Vodacom, Netcare, Discovery, Audi, VWSA, Absa, SABC, Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), Discovery, AMKA, New Leaders Foundation, Smile Foundation, Arts Alive, NFVF (SA National Film and TV Foundation), One Billion Rising, MetroFM Awards, South African Cricket Awards, So You Think You Can Dance, Hollard, Discovery ConnectIT, One Lady & A Tribe, theSQUAD Creative Events, The Eventors, Prana Business Consulting, The Strategy Department, Matoyana Business Solutions, 1000 Drawings.

    Sheila McGillivray,

    Owner, One Lady & A Tribe

    “Content Architects understand our business thoroughly. Their monthly digital media report is a work of art and intelligently informs what changes need to be implemented to achieve greater outcomes.”

    sheila mcgillivray
    clive evans

    Clive Evans,

    Strategist

    “We hired Content Architects to put us on the digital map, and… we’re here! They’ve designed us two great websites with top SEO results. They are helpful, efficient and good value for money. We wouldn’t have got this far without them.”

    Holly de Vries,

    MD, The Eventors

    “… A wealth of experience in dealing with SA’s top blue chip corporates... A pleasure to work with, charming and always reliable… Quick and able to digest and translate the most complicated briefs into dynamic, clever and comprehensible content… An asset to our team, with senior skills and expertise...”

    Holly
    nokwazi mzobe matoyana

    Nokwazi Mzobe,

    Founder, Matoyana Business Solutions

    "Five stars! We are very happy with the service Content Architects provide us. They are always efficient and professional, and Vanessa’s writing work has added value to our business. She takes the time to understand the topic, and the target market. We choose to work with her not just for her skill, but also for her professionalism and dedication.”

    Kelly McGillivray,

    Owner, theSQUAD Creative Events

    “Content Architects is an asset to theSQUAD Creative Events. They’ve got our social platforms covered. They also designed our website and write our monthly blog and newsletter. They go above and beyond, and that’s why I would recommend them again and again.”

    kelly mcgillivray theSQUAD
    kobus Snapcart™

    Kobus van der Westhuizen,

    Director, Snapcart™

    "Friendly and professional service will always come your way from Content Architects. Thank you to Vanessa and her team for being loyal to our brand."

    Lynn Driver,

    Owner, Just Tonight Josephine

    “Content Architects brought my Facebook page to life and go out of their way to reflect the authenticity of our brand and service, and to get great post-reach for my small business on a limited budget. I highly recommend them as a business solution to anyone needing social media assistance.”

    Lynn Driver
    Jainita Khatri Prana Business Consulting

    Jainita Khatri,

    MD, Prana Business Consulting

    “I really enjoy working with you and you have added so much value to Prana and to me personally. I am the lucky one to know you.”

    Corle Greyling

    Corlé Greyling,

    1000 Drawings Project Manager

    “Can you believe that it is four years now? Four years of growing the 1000 Drawings NGO brand and building organic social media following with nothing more than clever, creative and strategic posts. Thank you for writing witty, real and apt newsletters and for the blog that’s always spot on. Thank you for immersing yourself with our world of art and for becoming a subject matter expert! Thank you also for editing and crafting sometimes very clumsy copy to sound super cool and for making our sponsors and donors feel special. Thank you also for doing shout outs to everybody else but yourself and Content Architects! Thank you for working pro-bono for this cause and for being central to the overall success of this art-for-charity fundraising campaign. You Rock! With deep gratitude.”

    Content + Architecture =

    Digital Footprint