Zac Bernauer

Creative Strategist & Marketing Consultant

Zac Bernauer, Philadelphia-based creative strategist and marketing consultant, standing against a reddish-brown background in a white textured shirt, smiling at the camera.

Philadelphia-based strategist and performer specializing in brand voice, creative communications, and campaign strategy, for theater, entertainment, and nonprofits.

My Approach

Collaboration in Marketing Strategy

Marketing only works when people feel heard. I start with your story, what you’ve tried, what has worked, and what is in the way. From there I shape strategy that is grounded in your reality, not pulled from a template.

Data-Driven Creativity

Data only comes alive when it is paired with imagination. I dig into the numbers to see what your audience is really saying, then turn those insights into creative strategies and content that connect.

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Creating and Scaling a Strategic Social Media Service

We started with a question: could we offer content that felt strategic, consistent, and human without overwhelming the client or the team?   I helped shape the service from the inside out, guiding everything from structure and systems to tone and delivery. What started as a test with four clients grew into a sustainable model serving over 50, proving that clarity and creativity can (and should) grow together.

Case Studies

Creative and Campaign Strategy for a National Communications Conference

We started with a challenge: how do you reintroduce a brand in a way that feels clear, confident, and true to its audience? I helped guide the creative and strategic rebuild, shaping tone, messaging, and experience from the first teaser to the final recap. The event became a launchpad. It drove ticket sales, strengthened relationships, and created momentum for future offerings and long-term growth.

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What Clients are Saying

"Zac’s easy-going, relational approach made the process enjoyable, while his up-to-date recommendations kept us ahead of the curve."

Tika Stock, City Life Philly

"Zac connects with people effortlessly, translating complex concepts into practical strategies that resonate with our team."

Maggie Freeman, 2|42 Community

Areas of Expertise!

  • Communications Strategy

  • Creative Planning

  • Digital Advertisement and Promotion

  • Social Media Strategy

  • Internal Communications

  • External Communications

  • Website

  • Crisis Communications

  • And More!

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