James

Circle Community Development & Membership Platform Specialist

Community Wellness • Freelance

Jan 2026 - Present • 6 mos

Collaborated with a growing membership community to design, structure, and optimize a high-engagement Circle platform that fosters meaningful connections, knowledge sharing, and member participation. The goal was to create a professional digital environment where members could seamlessly access resources, engage in discussions, network with like-minded individuals, and benefit from a well-organized community experience. A key challenge was developing a scalable community structure capable of supporting diverse member interests while maintaining a simple and intuitive user journey. Through strategic community architecture, content organization, space optimization, and member-focused design, I transformed the platform into an engaging ecosystem that encourages collaboration, strengthens member retention, and delivers long-term value. The community was carefully structured to improve navigation, streamline onboarding, and create a welcoming experience for both new and existing members. Every aspect of the platform was optimized to increase engagement, improve accessibility, and support sustainable community growth. Project Link: https://discover.circle.so/product/l-d-free-spirits Key Achievements: • Built and optimized a professional Circle community designed for long-term growth and engagement. • Created a structured and intuitive community architecture that improved navigation and user experience. • Streamlined member onboarding processes, helping new members integrate quickly and confidently. • Organized discussions, resources, and community spaces for maximum accessibility and participation. • Implemented engagement-focused strategies that encouraged collaboration and meaningful member interactions. • Enhanced the overall member experience through strategic content organization and community management best practices. • Delivered a scalable community ecosystem capable of supporting future growth, increased participation, and stronger member retention.

Community Growth & Monetization Consultant

Bobble AI • Freelance

Feb 2026 - Jun 2026 • 4 mos

Led the setup, optimization, and growth of Bobble AI's Skool community. Designed the complete community structure, classroom organization, onboarding experience, membership journey, and engagement systems to create an active and valuable member experience. Implemented content strategies, gamification, automation workflows, and retention campaigns that increased member participation and long-term engagement. Developed monetization strategies through premium community offerings, educational resources, events, and membership programs while ensuring sustainable community growth and scalability.

Community Manager & Course Creation Specialist

University of Essex • Freelance

May 2026 - Jun 2026 • 1 mo

Managed the setup and growth of a Skool-based educational community. Created and organized course content, designed onboarding systems, structured learning pathways, and managed member engagement activities. Implemented community growth strategies, discussion management, and retention systems to increase participation and improve the overall learning experience. Collaborated with community leaders to ensure members received consistent value through structured content and interactive learning opportunities.