SMM Buddy
Portland, OR — Social Media Marketing

Your brand deserves to actually be seen.

I help small businesses and entrepreneurs build a real social media presence — with content that connects, copy that converts, and a strategy that makes sense for your budget.

No bloated retainers. No cookie-cutter posts. Just hands-on social media marketing from someone who actually gives a damn about your growth.

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SMM Buddy — Portland social media marketing

Based in

Portland, OR

Serving businesses everywhere

Hey, I'm Alvin Thomas

Social media that builds something worth following.

I'm Alvin Thomas — a Portland-based social media marketer working directly with small businesses and entrepreneurs who want to grow online without the overhead of a full agency.

Anyone can post content. What actually moves the needle is creativity that stops the scroll, engagement that starts real conversations, and a community that keeps showing up for your brand.

That's what I focus on. From the content and copy to the daily interactions in your comments and DMs — I build social presences that feel alive, not like a bulletin board.

Whether your audience is already engaged or you're starting from scratch, I'll help you grow a community around your brand that actually converts.

PNW

based in Portland, OR

Creative

content that connects

Community

not just followers

How I Work

Social media that works on repeat.

Most social media “strategies” are just a posting schedule and a prayer. I take a different approach — rooted in research, built around your brand, and designed to grow over time.

01

AUDIT

Know Where You Stand

Before we post a single thing, I dig into your current presence, your competitors, and your audience. You can't build a strategy on guesswork.

02

STRATEGIZE

Build a Plan That Fits

I craft a content and engagement strategy around your goals, your voice, and what your audience actually wants to see — not what worked for someone else.

03

EXECUTE

Show Up Consistently

From filming on-site to writing captions to managing your comments section — I handle the work so you can focus on running your business.

Less guesswork. More growth.

What I Offer

Services built for real businesses.

Pick what you need, skip what you don't. Everything can be tailored — no forced bundles, no long-term lock-ins until you're ready.

Core Service

Social Media Management

Your Full Social Presence, Handled.

I manage your social channels end-to-end — from strategy and content creation to daily engagement. You stay focused on your business; I keep your brand showing up consistently online.

  • Platform strategy (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn)
  • Content calendar & scheduling
  • Community management & reply-guy
  • Monthly performance reports
Starting at $1,000 / moLearn more

Copywriting

Words That Actually Sound Like You.

Captions, bios, ad copy, website pages — I write in your voice, not corporate-speak. Copy that's clear, human, and built to connect with the people you actually want to reach.

  • Social captions & hooks
  • Bio & profile optimization
  • Ad copy
  • Website & landing page copy
Starting at $500Learn more

Content Creation

Scroll-Stopping Photo & Video.

I create original content for your brand — on-site shoots, Reels, short-form video, and graphics. Content that fits your aesthetic and tells your story in a way stock photos never could.

  • On-site photo & video shoots
  • Reels & short-form video editing
  • Branded graphics & carousels
  • Content batching sessions
Starting at $600Learn more

Graphic Design

A Look That Means Business.

From feed aesthetics to branded templates, I design visuals that are consistent, on-brand, and ready to post. No Canva chaos — just clean, professional design.

  • Social media templates
  • Feed aesthetic & brand kit
  • Story & highlight covers
  • Promotional graphics
Starting at $400Learn more

Audit & Competitor Analysis

Find Out What's Working (and What Isn't).

A deep dive into your current social presence, your top competitors, and the gaps in your market. You'll walk away with a clear picture of where you are and exactly where to focus next.

  • Full social media audit
  • Competitor benchmarking
  • Audience & content gap analysis
  • Actionable recommendations report
Starting at $300Learn more

On-Site Visits

I Come to You.

Based in the PNW, I offer on-location content sessions for businesses in the Portland/Vancouver area. Real content from your real space — no stock, no staging, no faking it.

  • On-location photo & video
  • Behind-the-scenes content
  • Team & culture shots
  • Portland / Vancouver metro area
Starting at $600Learn more

Email & SMS Marketing

Stay in Front of Your List.

Social reach is rented. Email is owned. I set up and manage campaigns that keep your audience warm, drive repeat business, and actually get opened.

  • Newsletter strategy & writing
  • Automated welcome sequences
  • SMS campaigns
  • List growth tactics
Starting at $400 / moLearn more

SEO & Content Strategy

Get Found Beyond Social.

Social drives awareness, but SEO drives long-term discoverability. I build content strategies that help you rank for the searches your ideal clients are already making.

  • Keyword & content research
  • Blog strategy & writing
  • On-page SEO
  • Squarespace specialist
Starting at $600Learn more

Paid Social (Advertising)

Put Your Brand in Front of the Right People.

Organic reach only goes so far. I run targeted paid social campaigns on Meta, TikTok, and beyond — built around your audience and goals. You control your ad budget directly; I handle the strategy, targeting, creative, and reporting.

  • Meta (Facebook & Instagram) Ads
  • TikTok Ads
  • Audience targeting & retargeting
  • Ad creative direction & copywriting
  • Budget management & reporting
$500 / mo + your ad spendLearn more

All packages are scoped to your goals and capacity. Pricing scales with deliverables — book a free intro call and we'll figure out what actually makes sense for your business.

Let's Work Together

Ready to grow your social presence?

Whether you have a clear goal or just know something isn't working, I'd love to hear about your business. Book a free intro call or reach out on LinkedIn — no pressure, no pitch deck.