RAE
SIPE SMITH
Digital Content &
Marketing Leader

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
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
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Content Management Systems (CMS), Digital Asset Management (DAM), Information Architecture (IA)
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Website Design, UX/UI, Wireframing & Microcopy
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Copywriting, Editing & Content Strategy
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Audience & User Research, SEO, Google Analytics
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Marketing, Public Relations & Journalism
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Social Media & Digital Communications Strategy
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ADA Compliance & Digital Accessibility
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UX Writing & User-Centered Design
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AI-Enhanced Content Creation & Optimization
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Generative AI Tools for Communications & Workflow Efficiency
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









