Aaron Eccles
About Aaron Eccles
Aaron Eccles is the Director of Social Media at Wealthsimple, with a diverse background in journalism, television, and digital marketing.
Director of Social Media at Wealthsimple
Aaron Eccles currently holds the position of Director of Social Media at Wealthsimple. He began this role in 2022 and operates from Vancouver, British Columbia in a remote capacity. In this position, Aaron focuses on the strategic management and enhancement of Wealthsimple's social media presence across various platforms.
Social Marketing Lead at Airbnb
Prior to his current role, Aaron Eccles served as the Social Marketing Lead - Global Guest at Airbnb from 2017 to 2021. During his tenure, he was based in London, United Kingdom. Aaron was responsible for strategizing and executing social media campaigns aimed at enhancing the guest experience on a global scale.
Head of Social Media and Digital Marketing at Endemol Shine UK
Between 2014 and 2017, Aaron Eccles was the Head of Social Media and Digital Marketing at Endemol Shine UK, located in London. In this role, he led various digital marketing initiatives and campaigns, enhancing the company's online presence and engagement through effective social media strategies.
Senior Social Media Manager at Cancer Research UK
Aaron Eccles worked as the Senior Social Media Manager at Cancer Research UK from 2011 to 2014. Located in London, he played a key role in managing the organization's social media channels. Notably, he led the response to the #nomakeupselfie campaign, which successfully raised over £8 million for cancer research.
Journalism and Media Background
Aaron Eccles has a substantial background in journalism and media. He worked as a Senior Broadcast Journalist at BBC News from 2004 to 2011 and a Reporter at CBC from 2003 to 2004. This experience has contributed significantly to his diverse skill set in content creation and digital strategy.
Educational Background in Journalism
Aaron Eccles studied Journalism at Langara College from 2001 to 2003, achieving a qualification in the field. Additionally, he attended The University of British Columbia from 1999 to 2000. His educational background has laid a strong foundation for his career in social media and digital marketing.
Leadership in Social Media Strategy
Throughout his career, Aaron Eccles has demonstrated strong leadership skills. Notably, he managed a team of five people responsible for social media strategy and community management across multiple platforms including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Google+. His ability to lead and strategize has significantly contributed to the success of the campaigns under his supervision.