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Frances Fogarty

Frances Fogarty

Hampshire,HANTS

Summary

Creative and commercially minded professional with hands-on experience in content creation, digital marketing, and CRM through running a successful, self-employed, online coaching business. Skilled in building engaged audiences, producing short-form video content, and converting online engagement into long-term client relationships. Experienced in delivering high-energy, audience-focused experiences across group fitness, education, and community settings. Strong communicator with a background in customer-facing roles, brand representation, and relationship building. Now seeking to transition into a marketing role to apply practical experience in content, engagement, and digital audience growth within a commercial environment.

Overview

1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience

Work history

Online Coach and Digital Marketing Lead

Self-Employed
Farnborough, Hampshire
2025.08 - Current
  • Managed and marketed a self-employed online fitness coaching business, including advertising, sales, client onboarding and customer support.
  • Planned, created and edited engaging social media content across Instagram and TikTok to grow brand awareness and attract new clients.
  • Wrote and created compelling captions, educational content, and promotional copy tailored to a specific target audience.
  • Developed and maintained strong client relationships through personalised communication and ongoing support.
  • Developed and maintained a consistent personal brand across all social media platforms
  • Conducted consultation calls, converted enquiries into paying clients and managed the client journey from onboarding to programme delivery
  • Delivered and maintained a positive customer experience from first contact to the end of contract, resulting in community building and regular referral.
  • Organised and scheduled content, administration and business operations independently.
  • Monitored content performance alongside client feedback to continually improve services, content and traffic.
  • Balanced multiple projects and deadlines while independently managing business administration and scheduling.

Key Achievements

  • Built an engaged social media community of 800+ followers through consistent organic content.
  • Published over 1,000 pieces of short-form content across Instagram and TikTok while maintaining a consistent brand voice.
  • Generated the majority of new business through organic digital marketing rather than paid advertising.
  • Successfully managed all marketing, sales and operational functions of a self-employed business.

Fitness Coach and Group Exercise Instructor

The Gym Group
Farnborough, Hampshire
2025.09 - 2026.06
  • Led high-energy group fitness classes, engaging groups of up to 30 members at a time, while fostering an inclusive community that inspired confidence, motivation and long-term member loyalty.
  • Built a loyal community around regular classes through genuine relationships and a welcoming atmosphere, resulting in high repeat attendance and frequent word-of-mouth recommendations.
  • Adapted communication and coaching styles to engage members of all ages, abilities and confidence levels, creating an environment where individuals felt supported, motivated and empowered to achieve their goals.
  • Represented the gym as a positive brand ambassador, strengthening member satisfaction, trust and retention through every interaction.
  • Promoted my own personal training services through authentic relationship building and face-to-face conversations, generating new client enquiries through referrals and member recommendations.
  • Managed membership enquiries, supported new member onboarding and delivered a consistently high standard of customer service throughout the member journey.
  • Worked collaboratively within a fast-paced team to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the gym, proactively supporting colleagues and wider business objectives.
  • Demonstrated initiative by identifying priorities, streamlining operational tasks and consistently delivering work efficiently while maintaining high standards.

Key Achievements

  • Built a loyal following for group fitness classes, with many new attendees joining through recommendations from existing members.
  • Consistently received outstanding feedback for delivering uplifting, engaging and inclusive class experiences that motivated members to return.
  • Recognised by colleagues for taking initiative, working efficiently and making a positive contribution to team performance and gym culture.

Activities coordinator

Forest Care
Frimley, Surrey
2022.01 - 2022.08
  • Planned and delivered up to 3 creative activities and themed events per week that encouraged participation, social interaction and community among residents.
  • Designed engaging games and experiences tailored to residents’ interests and abilities, adapting activities based on feedback and participation.
  • Promoted upcoming activities through one-to-one conversations and group engagement, increasing resident involvement and enthusiasm.
  • Built positive relationships with residents, creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that encouraged regular participation.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to organise events and ensure activities were delivered smoothly and to a high standard.

Circus Gymnastics Instructor

Cirquescape
Woking, Surrey
2021.07 - 2022.01
  • Led engaging circus gymnastics sessions for groups of up to 20 children of varying ages and abilities in a safe, supportive and enjoyable environment.
  • Built positive relationships with children and parents, encouraging confidence, participation and long-term return attendance.
  • Helped promote the independent circus gymnastics business through community engagement and positive word-of-mouth, contributing to member growth and business success.
  • Adapted activities to suit individual needs while maintaining high standards of safety and safeguarding.
  • Worked closely with the business owner to deliver a positive customer experience and welcoming community atmosphere.

Waitress

Oakley Hall Hotel and Restaurant
Basingstoke, Hampshire
2020.07 - 2022.08
  • Delivered excellent customer service in a busy, fast-paced environment.
  • Worked collaboratively within a team to provide an efficient and positive customer experience.
  • Managed competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail under pressure.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

University of Exeter
Exeter
09/2022 - 06/2025

Level 3 Diploma - Personal Training

PT Academy
UK
05/2025 - 08/2025

Level 2 Certificate - Fitness Instructing (Gym Based Exercise)

PT Academy
UK
05/2025 - 08/2025

A-Levels - Chemistry

Salesian College Farnborough
Farnborough, Hampshire
09/2020 - 06/2022

A-Levels - Mathematics

Salesian College Farnborough
Farnborough, Hampshire
09/2020 - 06/2022

A-Levels - Philosophy and Ethics

Salesian College Farnborough
Farnborough, Hampshire
09/2020 - 06/2022

A-Levels - Biology

Salesian College Farnborough
Farnborough, Hampshire
09/2020 - 06/2022

Skills

  • Marketing and Content Skills

  • Social media content creation (including Instagram and TikTok)

  • Short-form video creation and editing using CapCut, Davinci Resolve, TikTok, and Instagram Edits

  • Content planning and scheduling

  • Caption writing and promotional copywriting

  • Personal branding and audience engagement

  • Organic social media growth strategies

  • Tools and Platforms

  • Canva (content creation, social media design, branding)

  • CapCut (short-form video editing for Reels and TikTok)

  • Davinci Resolve (long-form cinematic video editing for Reels and Tiktok)

  • Meta Business Suite (content scheduling and insights)

  • Copper CRM (for outreach automation and sales pipeline tracking)

  • Instagram and TikTok Analytics (performance tracking and engagement insights)

  • Google Analytics (understanding of traffic and user behaviour)

  • Hootsuite (content scheduling and planning)

  • Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

  • Lead Generation Skills

  • Customer acquisition through organic marketing

  • Lead generation via social media and referrals

  • Conversion of enquiries into sales (consultation calls)

  • Customer journey management (from first contact to retention)

  • Basic performance tracking (reach, engagement, traffic, conversions)

  • Communication and People Skills

  • Public speaking and group presentation

  • Community building and audience engagement

  • Relationship building and client retention

  • Adapting communication for different audiences (children, adults, elderly, mixed ability groups)

  • Customer service in high-volume environments

  • Organisation and Operations

  • Content planning and scheduling

  • Time management across multiple responsibilities

  • Independent business management

  • Working to deadlines in fast-paced environments

  • Overall Strengths

  • Audience engagement and retention

  • Brand loyalty and community building

  • High-energy communication and presentation

  • Ability to convert attention into enquiries and sales

Professional Development

  • Completed Forage Marketing Job Simulation, gaining experience with marketing strategy, campaign planning, and practical marketing tasks (certificate currently unavailable due to a platform issue).

Languages

English
Native
French
Upper intermediate
Spanish
Elementary
Dutch
Beginner

Certification

  • Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (PT Academy)
  • Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instruction (PT Academy)
  • Category B Driving Licence

Affiliations

  • Foreign language and culture
  • Consumer psychology, branding and human decision-making
  • Writing and storytelling
  • Womens’ health and fitness
  • Womens’ nutrition, cooking and recipe creation
  • Conservation and marine ecology
  • Content creation

Timeline

Fitness Coach and Group Exercise Instructor

The Gym Group
2025.09 - 2026.06

Online Coach and Digital Marketing Lead

Self-Employed
2025.08 - Current

Activities coordinator

Forest Care
2022.01 - 2022.08

Circus Gymnastics Instructor

Cirquescape
2021.07 - 2022.01

Waitress

Oakley Hall Hotel and Restaurant
2020.07 - 2022.08

A-Levels - Biology

Salesian College Farnborough
09/2020 - 06/2022

A-Levels - Philosophy and Ethics

Salesian College Farnborough
09/2020 - 06/2022

A-Levels - Mathematics

Salesian College Farnborough
09/2020 - 06/2022

A-Levels - Chemistry

Salesian College Farnborough
09/2020 - 06/2022

Level 2 Certificate - Fitness Instructing (Gym Based Exercise)

PT Academy
05/2025 - 08/2025

Level 3 Diploma - Personal Training

PT Academy
05/2025 - 08/2025

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

University of Exeter
09/2022 - 06/2025
Frances Fogarty