Joaquin Espinoza: Outdoor Content Creator | Photographer | Videographer | Graphic Designer | Bilingual Storyteller Helping Outdoor Brands Connect Authentically
Joaquin Espinoza
Outdoor Content Creator | Photographer | Videographer | Graphic Designer | Bilingual Storyteller Helping Outdoor Brands Connect Authentically
Interests
Photography
Fishing
Videography
Outdoor Recreation/Activities
illustration
Work experience
Joaquin Media Co
Founder & Creative Director | 01/2011 - Current
Joaquin Media Co. is a creative studio specializing in visual storytelling for outdoor and fishing brands. I oversee content strategy, production, and post, collaborating with brands to produce photography, film, and design work that connects deeply with their audience.
Highlights:
Directed and edited branded video projects for Tackle Express, Promar & Ahi USA featuring authentic fishing lifestyle storytelling.
Produced cinematic product reels, social content, and lifestyle photography focused on angler experience and brand personality.
Designed visual identities (logos, typography, and palettes) for small to mid-sized outdoor brands seeking consistent, modern appeal.
Developed marketing strategies integrating social media, email campaigns, and eCommerce optimization for outdoor clients.
Fluent in English and Spanish, creating bilingual content for broader engagement.
Tackle Express
Brand Creative Manager | 07/2024 - Current
Key Responsibilities
- Lead creative direction and production for all brand visuals — photography, videography, illustration, and design.
- Develop and execute email marketing campaigns in Klaviyo, including automations, list segmentation, and seasonal promotions.
- Manage and create content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Threads), including photography, video editing, and caption writing.
- Oversee website updates, UX improvements, and SEO optimization for tackleexpress.com to enhance user experience and conversions.
- Design digital and print assets such as banners, thumbnails, ads, and event materials to maintain consistent brand presentation.
- Capture and edit on-the-water and in-store content for product features, tutorials, and lifestyle storytelling.
- Collaborate with vendors and partner brands (Okuma, Z-Man, Deps, Promar, and more) on co-branded campaigns.
- Analyze campaign performance data to refine creative and digital strategies for growth.
Notable Contributions
- Strengthened brand recognition through cohesive storytelling and consistent visual identity.
Improved online performance through optimized web visuals and enhanced email marketing engagement.
- Produced multi-platform video series including Tackle Express Presents, showcasing local anglers and real-world fishing experiences.
- Elevated cross-brand collaborations, reinforcing Tackle Express as a trusted SoCal retailer and community hub.
Promar & Ahi USA
Digital Content Manager | 08/2017 - 07/2025
As the Digital Content Manager for Promar & Ahi USA, I led creative direction and digital strategy across the brand’s media platforms — developing visual content that connects with anglers, outdoor enthusiasts, and retailers nationwide.
My work focused on storytelling that celebrates fishing culture while highlighting the innovation and reliability behind Promar & Ahi USA’s gear. From concept to publication, I managed the full content pipeline — photography, videography, design, and marketing coordination — to ensure brand consistency and impact.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produced and edited photo and video content for campaigns, product launches, and social media.
- Developed and executed content strategies that increased engagement and drove online sales.
- Managed digital marketing initiatives, including email newsletters, seasonal promotions, and collaborations with brand ambassadors.
- Oversaw brand storytelling — maintaining a consistent voice across website, YouTube, Instagram, and trade marketing assets.
- Coordinated with pro staff, influencers, and field testers to capture authentic lifestyle and on-the-water content.
- Designed graphics, promotional visuals, and packaging assets to support both B2B and D2C efforts.
Key Achievements:
Directed lifestyle and product campaigns that significantly increased engagement and visibility on social channels.
Strengthened brand presence within the West Coast and saltwater angling community through authentic storytelling and strategic partnerships.
Helped launch new products with coordinated visual rollouts across eCommerce, social media, and trade shows.
PFO Radio
Marketing Director & Radio Host | 12/2013 - 12/2014
Marketing Director and Radio Host for an outdoor radio show in Spanish
JUREL Apparel
Owner–Designer | 11/2011 - 11/2013
Co-founded an online fishing apparel business with designs for anglers of all ages; responsible for managing facebook account to increase traffic to web page. Designing innovative T-shirt prints and all branding materials including literature, marketing materials, and photography.
Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest
Reproductive Health Assistant | 05/2011 - 08/2011
Collected vital signs; provided counseling of birth control methods, STDs as well as medical and clinical terminations. Administered injections, performed venipuncture and finger-stick tests. Assisted clinicians with consecutive translations for Spanish-speaking patients during procedures.
Center for Health Care Rights
Health Insurance Specialist | 06/2008 - 01/2011
Counseled clients in person and via telephone regarding Medicare and Medicaid law. Trained as a paralegal to report fraudulent Medicare claims; served in outreach programs at community fairs. Screened clients and helped them apply for savings programs and supplemental income
PALS for Health
Freelance Translator | 01/2007 - 12/2008
