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RAE
SIPE SMITH

Digital Content &
Marketing Leader
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About Me

About Me

Hi! My name is Rachel, but I usually go by Rae. I’m a digital content and marketing leader based in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, where strategy meets storytelling in my day-to-day work.

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For more than 12 years, I’ve built a career at the intersection of communications, web design, and digital strategy — leading projects that elevate brands, simplify complex messages, and create meaningful connections across audiences. Currently, I manage the Digital Content team at Geisinger Health, where I guide content strategy, oversee editorial operations, and help shape the organization’s digital experience.

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I hold an M.A. in Strategic Communication, where my research explored how organizations can better connect and engage with audiences across demographics and channels. My work blends creativity and structure — pairing thoughtful storytelling with data-informed decision making to deliver content that both resonates and performs.

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In my free time I enjoy hiking with my family, playing with makeup, beautiful spaces, and deep conversations over fancy coffee. Lately I consider myself an I/ENFJ, house Ravenclaw, and a rather serious proponent of the Oxford comma. 

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Work Experience

Work Experience

2024 - Current

Digital Content Manager | Geisinger Health Systems

(formerly Sr. Consultant via NorthStar Solutions Group)

Leads Geisinger’s Digital Content team, driving content strategy, governance and SEO across web and marketing channels. Collaborates system-wide to deliver clear, patient-focused digital experiences. Also serves as lead for enterprise implementation of the Writer AI platform.

2023 - 2024

Senior Web Content Administrator | Elevance Health

Supports website and digital product optimization across nationwide healthcare marketplaces. Partners with content strategy, designers, and IT developers to enhance, evolve, and maintain digital experience and engagement platforms.

2016 - 2023

Web Content & Media Specialist | Old Dominion University

Designed websites and produced digital solutions for clients. Managed content and assets for 50K+ page website. Captured and analyzed data for optimal site performance and campaign strategy. Wrote and edited branded UX copy/microcopy. Established and implemented web and accessibility standards. 

2015 - 2016

Social Media Coordinator | SR Social Media Management

Contracted remotely to consult on social media strategy, produce original content, establish editorial calendar, broker strategic partnerships, and facilitate brand engagement for a diverse portfolio of clientele.

2015 - 2015

Marketing & Communications Lead | Stephens & LaRoche Financial Partners

Directed company marketing to reach targeted prospects by advertising, content marketing, managing print/digital collateral, planning outreach, and coordinating events.

2014 - 2015

Communications Manager | Toby's Dream Foundation

Managed communications and public relations. Maintained website, managed social media, coordinated events, promoted fundraising campaigns, wrote press releases, and more. 

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SKILLS
  • Content Management Systems (CMS), Digital Asset Management (DAM), Information Architecture (IA)

  • Website Design, UX/UI, Wireframing & Microcopy

  • Copywriting, Editing & Content Strategy

  • Audience & User Research, SEO, Google Analytics

  • Marketing, Public Relations & Journalism

  • Social Media & Digital Communications Strategy

  • ADA Compliance & Digital Accessibility

  • UX Writing & User-Centered Design

  • AI-Enhanced Content Creation & Optimization

  • Generative AI Tools for Communications & Workflow Efficiency

Education

Education

2023

Old Dominion University

Master of Arts - Lifespan & Digital Communication

2014

Regent University

Bachelor of Arts - Strategic Communication

Contact Me

Contact Me

Want to work together? I do freelance and pro bono projects on a case-by-case basis. I can help you identify your needs to craft a targeted multimedia experience for your ideal audience. 

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web design • social media • press/media • copy • ads • blogs • videos • podcasts • print collateral • merchandise • event design • & more

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