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Marketing & Events
Consultant

Marketing campaigns, media and events for businesses and charities, without the overhead of hiring in-house.

Rhian Hopkins smiling, sitting in her garden

Why Businesses Choose Me

Freelance Marketing Services From Rhian

Marketing Campaigns

Need a hand developing, implementing, or reviewing your next marketing campaign? I offer flexible support so you can call on expert help as and when required. From campaign strategy to execution, I’ll make sure your message reaches the right audience.

Event Management

Planning an event but not sure where to start?
With extensive experience managing everything from corporate launches to charity fundraisers, I can help you plan, organise, and deliver memorable events that run smoothly from start to finish.

Flexible Freelance Support

With an eye for detail and a clear understanding of the bigger picture, I combine marketing expertise with event management experience to provide dependable freelance marketing support. Whether you need project management, content creation, or campaign coordination, I make things happen.

Over 20 Years Of Marketing Experience

With more than two decades in the travel and multimedia industries, I’ve worked with some of the UK’s most recognisable brands, managing campaigns, coordinating media, and bringing ideas to life through integrated marketing strategies.

  • 20+ years’ experience
  • Marketing & Events Specialist
  • Trusted by UK businesses
Years Experience 20+

Campaign And Media Management

I’m a freelance marketer based in Canterbury, Kent, supporting businesses and charities across the UK and beyond.

With over 20 years of experience in marketing, media, and events, I help busy teams deliver professional campaigns, manage events, and maintain consistent, engaging marketing, without the overhead of hiring in-house.

Digital Marketing

Full digital support, from email marketing and social media to content marketing and online advertising.

I take an omnichannel approach, targeting your ideal audience and maximising results across every platform.

Social Media Management

From strategy and content planning to scheduling and posting, I’ll keep your social media consistent, on-brand, and engaging.

Platforms include Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube and Threads.

Promotions & Campaigns

Launching something new? Let’s run a promotional campaign that gets noticed. I’ll help you create interactive, creative content that connects with your audience and builds loyalty.

Media Management

Online, socials, radio, TV, outdoor, press? I have experience in all media platforms, we can work with what is best for you, target the right potential customers.

Printing & Production

  • Brochures, flyers, banners, posters
  • Merchandise and branded clothing
  • Invitations, signage, and direct mail.

Copy Writing & Content

  • Press releases and blog articles
  • Social media posts and newsletters
  • Website and campaign content

Merchandise

Bring your brand to life with high-quality, custom merchandise — mugs, pens, tote bags, T-shirts, power banks, and more. I’ll handle design and sourcing so you can focus on your business.

And More

I can support your campaign in many different ways, from all of the above to the day-to-day coordination that keeps it on track.

Whatever your marketing or events challenge, I can provide flexible, professional support to make it happen.

Let’s create an integrated marketing campaign together, and let you sit back and enjoy the results.

Events Management Services, Kent & UK

Why choose me to manage your event?

With over 20 years of experience in marketing, media, and event management, I bring creativity, calm coordination, and meticulous attention to detail to every project I manage.

I start by understanding why your event matters, whether it’s to celebrate, inspire, or connect, and what you want it to achieve. From there, I plan, coordinate, and deliver every element, ensuring your event runs seamlessly from concept to completion.

My portfolio spans everything from high-profile public concerts to meaningful charity galas, including:

An orchestra on stage in front of a seated audience at the Leeds Castle Concert
The Leeds Castle Concert, Kent’s landmark outdoor event featuring the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Spitfire flyover, and fireworks finale.
The stage screen at the Kenward Trust ball reading “Welcome to Kenward’s Will Change Lives Ball”
The Kenward Trust “Will Change Lives” Charity Ball, a major fundraising evening combining live entertainment, auction activities, and community spirit.

These experiences reflect my ability to deliver events of every scale, always with professionalism, creativity, and purpose.

Award Evenings & Charity Balls

Whether you’re celebrating success or fundraising, I’ll make your event run seamlessly.

I managed the Kenward Trust “Will Change Lives” Charity Ball, overseeing logistics, entertainment, and auctions for a memorable evening.

Conferences And Exhibitions

From stand design to layout planning, delegate engagement, and sponsor management, I deliver conferences and exhibitions that connect brands with audiences and maximise participation.

Proms And Parties

Corporate celebrations, milestone birthdays, or school proms, I can design, plan, and run your event with all the special touches, from photo booths and themed décor to catering and music.

Wedding Receptions

I can help source suppliers, coordinate venues, create table plans, and manage the flow of your day, ensuring everything unfolds exactly as planned.

Stages, Lights And Special Effects

I have extensive experience managing multiple Kent Christmas Light Switch-On events.

I work with trusted suppliers to bring events to life safely and spectacularly, always ensuring compliance and crowd safety.

Community And Charity Events

I work with charities and community organisations to plan and deliver fundraising events, festivals, and public gatherings.

Whether it’s logistics, volunteer coordination, or on-site management.

Festivals And Concerts

From large-scale concerts like the Leeds Castle Concert to local festivals, I oversee everything from marketing and ticketing to crowd control, catering, and safety.

Product Launches And Promotions

If you’re introducing a new product or campaign, I’ll help you plan and promote it creatively, from launch events and media coverage to post-event engagement.

Health And Safety

I can site-check your venue, complete risk assessments, and ensure your event meets all legal and safety requirements, including Public Liability cover and documentation.

Whatever the scale or setting, I’ll bring structure, creativity, and calm control to your event, allowing you to enjoy the day knowing every detail is taken care of.

For a speedy response, please email me directly at rhian@rhianhopkins.co.uk

Contact Me

Testimonials

The professionalism, flow, atmosphere and attention to detail throughout the entire evening were outstanding. Your planning and organisation played a huge role in making the event such a success.

Penny Williams

CEO, Kenward Trust

£23,000 raised for Kenward Trust Youth Services

Appointing Rhian to assist us with social media for our clients was one of my best decisions. There are many so-called social media experts out there but it’s hard to find one with the right mix of experience, efficiency and application. She very quickly grasped a thorough understanding of the client’s business and made improvements to the existing strategy plan which led to a strong uplift in engagement and followers on LinkedIn.

Paul Duckworth

Founder & Creative Director, Brandspace Media

Rhian is super friendly, approachable and is proactive in the way she works. Rhian has covered some web content writing for a client of mine in a very short turnaround time. Rhian’s communication was fab and the end client was exceedingly happy with what she produced. Rhian also plays a huge part of The VA Lounge Coffee Chats each week, supporting other VAs with her knowledge and experience.

Hayley Hudson

CRM & Systems Support

Rhian has been a great mentor, providing invaluable encouragement, advice and guidance based on her experience as an independent marketing professional. She’s given me confidence and tools to explore the potential that consultancy offers me, to focus on what I’m most passionate about. I’m very grateful for all her support and generosity with her time.

Richard Hawes

Client

Having worked with Rhian on a number of events I can say she is always one step ahead of the game. She is an exceptionally reliable and organised colleague who takes pride in attention to detail in her work. Rhian is also very responsive, friendly and approachable.

Liane Castle

Communications Officer, Kent County Council

Rhian worked in the P&O European Ferries sales department during my time as Head of Sales. She was a positive and determined team member who was willing and able to deliver strong results for the area of sales for which she was responsible.

Rhian was supportive to all other team members and her contribution to the overall business development for the retail leisure sector helped ensure we achieved our key targets and objectives.

Vince Sears

Head of Sales, P&O European Ferries

I’ve worked with Rhian in a variety of capacities and it was during this time that I first got to know what a professional, kind, generous person she is. This was a period of growth for the Marketing team and she brought wonderful warmth, spirit and enthusiasm. Not only great at her work, but a great person to be around.

Richard Hawes

Former colleague

Rhian is an excellent Marketing Manager with a great knowledge of event management and all marketing disciplines.

With a real dedication to delivery and a wicked eye for detail, Rhian can offer the whole package.

Stacy Pannett

Marketing Manager, KM Group

Rhian is a highly organised, hard working Manager, who can be relied on to always get the job done. She attacks a project with gusto and always delivers on time.

Dr Sarah O’Hara

Lecturer in Strategic Communications

Rhian and I would regularly work together regarding competitions and event activities which involved data collection, which is my area of speciality. She’s a brilliant coordinator of engaging activity and keenly collaborative about the need to make sure that anything we did for our business involving the personal information of audience members was conducted to the highest standards. Over many years she worked on a wide variety of competitions, sourcing numerous engaging prizes, which involved a variety of coupons, SMS shortcodes and online forms, each with their own complexities. It was always an excellent working relationship.

Richard Hawes

Former colleague

Rhian is a pleasure to work for and with, very responsive to event and employee needs. Organised with good attention to detail.

Alice N

Former colleague

I have worked with Rhian for a few years and throughout that time she has shown high integrity and work ethic. She is a focused individual with great attention to detail and cares enormously about completing a job well. She now has practical experience across various media platforms and multi site relationships with management teams. Additionally she has valuable experience in event management. Rhian is utterly dependable and her attention to detail is reassuring when it comes to Health and Safety procedures. It is a pleasure to work with her and would recommend her.

Penny Williams

Strategic leader, residential rehab & charity sector

Rhian is bubbly and bright with a terrific background in customer services, marketing and sales.

Chris Laming

Retired communications professional

Rhian joined the marketing team at a junior manager level and very quickly showed signs of her future potential.

Peter Stratton

Owner & MD, Simpson Recruitment

Pricing

All my work is quoted depending on your requirements. I can also base my pricing on an hourly rate or retainer – just ask!

Flexible Marketing Support – Designed Around You!

Flexible Support

Flexible

  • Around 10 hours a month of marketing support
  • Help with day-to-day tasks, scheduling and updates
  • Flexible time you can use where it matters most
  • Perfect for small businesses or busy teams

Strategic Momentum

Focused

  • Approx. 20 hours a month
  • Daily support and collaboration
  • Campaign planning, creation, and delivery
  • Ideal for brands ready to grow their presence and consistency

Full Partnership

Collaborative

  • Up to 40 hours a month
  • Dedicated project management and ongoing strategy
  • Planning, implementation, and evaluation across all marketing channels
  • Best for businesses needing full marketing leadership and delivery

Contact Me

For a speedy response, please email me directly at rhian@rhianhopkins.co.uk