Marketing Consultant
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Thomas P.
Last position:
Product Owner & AI Automation Architect (B2B) at Ihre-Hygieneberatung
Development of a digital audit application for inspections in medical facilities. The goal is to connect on-site data collection, voice recording, documentation and downstream processes in one end-to-end, AI-supported workflow.
Design and development of a Flutter audit app with Claude Code for the structured execution and documentation of inspections.
Processing of voice recordings captured in the app through automatic transcription and AI-supported creation of structured inspection reports, followed by an approval process
Connecting various data sources such as email, Odoo 19, attendance records and Google Drive via n8n to automate billing and follow-up processes
Automatic provision of required documents and email delivery through n8n-controlled workflows, including the use of LLMs for text creation
Skills: Flutter, Claude Code, LLM Integration, n8n, Odoo 19, Google Drive, Process Automation
Gordan V.
Last position:
Founder – Consultant for Revenue Operations, Automation & Process Optimization (Sales/Mkt/CS) at Boom Strategy GmbH
Managed large-scale sales and process optimization initiatives for clients including BASF, British American, IDNow, AvconJet, etc.
Planned and executed CRM and digital strategies to increase process automation, integrate AI, enhance reporting capabilities, and ensure data integrity.
Designed and standardized core workflows across Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success teams to drive sustainable revenue growth and team throughput.
Provided ongoing advisory to C-level executives; supported organizational restructuring and strategic direction, as well as facilitated change-management efforts.
Realigned sales processes across EMEA, the USA, and APAC as Interim Director, Revenue Operations at BASF – Forward AM.
Designed and implemented new technologies and processes to boost revenue and market reach at BASF – Forward AM.
Developed and implemented new workflows to improve operational efficiency and data utilization, with a focus on post-sales and customer success in the business aviation sector for AvconJet.
Restructured and optimized Salesforce for better data integrity and automated sales processes for AvconJet.
Fabian P.
Last position:
Senior SEO/GEO & Content Consultant at BlueGlass | Team Farner
- Strategic and operational SEO/AI Search consulting and content consulting
- Planning, implementation, and evaluation of SEO-GEO measures (B2C and B2B)
- Leading and developing clients, project management
- Cross-team account management (SEO/GEO, SEA, Social Media, UGC, PR, UX/UI)
Matthias B.
Last position:
Member at Rotary – Passport Club Werderscher Markt
Pooja A.
Last position:
Marketing Strategy Consultant at ahlu-walia consulting
- Offering CMO-as-a-service & Executive Consulting to SMEs globally
- Increased conversion rate by 35% within 6 months through data-driven campaign optimisation for a client in the AI field
- Reduced average cost per acquisition by 40% for a SAAS client by introducing growth hacking methods
- Supporting clients with building 360-campaigns to grow their conversions, from managing agencies and video shoots to launching campaigns with a strong data-driven approach
Niamh M.
Last position:
Paid Services Consultant (Multi-Channel) at WPP Media
- Lead consultant for SEA campaigns with a senior focus on performance strategy, while managing multi-channel media campaigns across DV360, Meta, TikTok, and YouTube
- AI Marketing: WPP Media State of the Art AI technology
- Collaborate closely with planning and analytics teams to ensure cross-channel consistency, including audience overlap analysis across online video and CTV
- Manage accounts for large European / global brands such as MediaMarkt, Universal Pictures, Emmi, and Nestlé
Thomas D.
Last position:
Business Analyst / Digital Transformation Consultant at Stadtwerke Rostock
- End-to-end analysis and optimization of existing processes in campaign management, contract management and district heating construction/construction coordination
- Development of automated contract management and transformation scenarios, including software selection and integration
- Analysis of ERP, chat, RCS messaging, consent management and tracking
- Preparation of recommendations, decision proposals and presentations for the executive board
- Use of AI for process optimization
- Tools: Apple Office, Microsoft 365, Teams, Claude, ChatGPT
Christoph V.
Last position:
Head of Digital Transformation and Requirements Definition for Sales, Marketing, and Category Management
- Project Manager / Business Requirements Engineer
- Digital Business Developer
- Concept development and requirements management
- Process optimization
- Advertising effectiveness measurement
- Status reporting and stakeholder management to owners
- Systems: WordPress, sevDesk
Andreas K.
Last position:
Consultant at Knuchel Consulting
- Advising and supporting company executives at different levels, interim management
- Consulting on digital transformation including project management
- International marketing and sales support
- Feasibility studies and economic assessments
Christian H.
Last position:
Senior Business Consultant CTV Monetization - Livestreaming
- Strategic consulting for the implementation of a CTV monetization concept in the livestreaming sector - sports
- Consulting and support in selecting monetization partners
- Strategic consulting and screening of ad technologies, their integration, and the implementation of an integrated business workflow
- Stakeholder management and management support
- Pricing, cost, and benefit analyses
- Sub-project leadership for external and internal stakeholders and teams
Christof T.
Last position:
Marketing Consultant at allUpp
- Developed and executed marketing automation strategies to enhance customer engagement and lead nurturing.
- Managed CRM consulting projects, optimizing customer data workflows and campaign automation.
- Designed and implemented multi-channel marketing campaigns, improving conversion rates and customer retention.
- Provided strategic guidance to clients on digital marketing transformation and process automation.
Kevin L.
Last position:
Interim E-Commerce SME Consultant – Special Accounts at LÖWENSTARK Online Marketing GmbH
- Support of strategic clients 7-8 digit revenue (FMCG, textile & household goods) for marketplaces such as Amazon, ebay, Otto Markets, Conrad, Kaufland
- Strategic consulting, expansion workshops & campaign management
- Management of interfaces & listing feed tools: Channable, Perpetua, Magnalister, Marketplace Connect, Mirakl
Gudrun A.
Last position:
Project: Consulting & Concept Development Programmatic Print / Donor Communication at Kindernothilfe e.V.
Project: Consulting & Concept Development Programmatic Print / Donor Communication
Tasks:
- Analysis of existing print advertising materials and donor communication
- Development of a new thank-you letter and dialogue marketing concept
- Advice on emotional and target-group-specific communication with donors
- Concept development for a cross-channel on- and offline marketing mix
- Coordination of print, email, and CRM communication as part of new marketing processes
- Support in introducing new communication workflows around the future email software
- Creation of briefing materials and campaign approaches for different target groups
- Research, selection, and management of suitable print and production service providers
- Advice on personalization and automation options in the programmatic print environment
Technical implementation:
- Coordination of print and digital processes
- Management of external service providers and print providers
- Support in integrating new marketing and communication processes
Reporting:
- Analysis of existing response mechanisms
- Assessment of optimization potential in donor communication
- Recommendations to improve impact, personalization, and efficiency Markets: Germany [link]
Katharina G.
Last position:
Marketing and Online Presence Consultant at Freelance
- Analysing clients' online channels and supporting improvement of marketing strategies with a focus on organic techniques
- Providing input and guidance on campaigns and promotional activities
- Supporting planning and management of social media and web content with user experience in mind
- Organising and running trainings on individual social media platforms, marketing strategies, user experience and mobile-first approach
Artur S.
Last position:
Marketing Consultant // Strategy & Campaigning at Stadtwerke Lübeck
- Marketing consulting for the EDL@Home and Commodity (Electricity & Gas) business units
- Development and implementation of the marketing/sales strategy in close coordination with the unit management
- Definition and expansion of key channels (web, app, portal, social, paid, sales partners)
- Target, annual and budget planning for the EDL@Home business unit
- Leading and delivering team workshops for target setting & campaign development
- Campaign/content planning for different target groups
- Design and implementation of the regional multi-channel sales campaign, including A/B testing
- Optimization of the customer experience across all channels
- Professional support and consulting for product teams during iterative implementation
- Development and management of a campaign dashboard to measure success
- Management of external agencies and internal teams
- Regular presentation of results and reporting to unit management
- Active stakeholder management
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Marketing Consultant statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
22 years
Position duration
3.7 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Marketing, Project Management, Strategy
Top industries
Professional Services, Advertising, Media and Entertainment
Certification focus areas
Marketing, Human Resources, Project Management
Bachelor's degree or higher
88%
Master's degree or higher
53%
Doctorate
6%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
96%
Based on our profile pool as of 10 Sep 2026.
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Average rates for Marketing Consultant
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 10 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Marketing Consultant experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Professional Services (69%)
- Advertising (68%)
- Media and Entertainment (54%)
- Information Technology (54%)
- Retail (45%)
- Manufacturing (35%)
- Education (30%)
- Automotive (28%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the role
Strategic growth and market positioning
A freelance marketing advisor helps businesses identify new customer segments, optimize their conversion funnels, and build sustainable brand equity. They analyze your current market share, evaluate competitors, and design data-driven strategies to accelerate growth. Whether launching a new product or reviving an underperforming channel, these specialists provide the objective roadmap your business needs to succeed.
Core deliverables of marketing advisors
- Comprehensive market research and competitor analysis reports
- Go-to-market strategies for new products or services
- Customer journey mapping and audience persona development
- Performance marketing audits and channel optimization plans
- Brand architecture and positioning frameworks
When to bring in freelance expertise
Companies often hire independent consultants when they face stagnating acquisition rates or plan to enter a new regional market. Instead of committing to a permanent executive hire, businesses utilize freelancers to solve immediate, high-stakes challenges. This approach allows teams to access specialized skills, such as SEO strategy, CRM automation, or brand transformation, exactly when the project demands it.
What distinguishes top marketing specialists
The best professionals in this field do not just suggest ideas; they align their strategies with tangible business outcomes like pipeline value and customer acquisition cost. They possess a deep understanding of modern analytics tools, marketing technology stacks, and attribution modeling. Strong communication is also key, as they must guide internal teams and external agencies toward unified campaign execution.
Frequently asked questions
Curious about Marketing Consultant? Here are the answers that come up again and again.
A marketing consultant analyzes a company's existing commercial strategies, audience metrics, and competitive landscape to build actionable growth plans. They advise on channel selection, budget allocation, and messaging to improve customer acquisition and retention. Their ultimate goal is to align marketing activities with high-level business objectives.
Hiring a freelance marketing strategist gives you direct access to a senior expert who works closely with your internal team without the overhead costs of an agency. Agencies are suited for executing large-scale production across multiple channels, while consultants excel at diagnosing strategic issues and designing high-level playbooks.
You should look for a marketing consultant who demonstrates strong analytical capabilities, proficiency with marketing technology, and a track record of successful campaigns. They must be comfortable translating raw data into strategic insights and possess excellent stakeholder management skills to align different departments.
A professional marketing advisor can work across virtually any industry, though most specialize in sectors like B2B software, e-commerce, consumer goods, or healthcare. Their core methodologies around audience segmentation and positioning apply universally, but hiring an expert with specific niche experience ensures a faster onboarding process.
Yes, a specialized digital marketing consultant often leads transformation initiatives by auditing outdated marketing technology stacks and recommending modern software solutions. They help integrate customer relationship management tools, automate campaign workflows, and train internal teams to adopt agile digital processes.
Most freelance marketing consultants integrate seamlessly with existing teams, acting as external strategic directors. They lead kickoff workshops, set clear milestones, and use collaborative project management tools to ensure transparency throughout the engagement.
Remote collaboration is highly standard for this role, as strategic analysis, market research, and campaign planning can be executed effectively online. A remote marketing consultant will typically hold regular video calls to present findings, align on strategies, and review performance metrics with your leadership team.
A skilled marketing consultant is evaluated by their impact on key performance indicators such as conversion rates, customer lifetime value, and return on ad spend. Success is also measured by qualitative deliverables, including the clarity of the strategic roadmaps and the long-term capability of your internal team.
The average hourly rate for Marketing Consultant is 109 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 876 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers working as Marketing Consultant, 88% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 53% hold at least a Master's degree, and 6% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers working as Marketing Consultant have 22 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers working as Marketing Consultant are German (98%), English (94%), and French (37%).
The most common industries among freelancers working as Marketing Consultant are Professional Services (69%), Advertising (68%), and Media and Entertainment (54%).
The most common business areas among freelancers working as Marketing Consultant are Marketing (99%), Project Management (68%), and Strategy (68%).
FRATCH Marketing Consultant main locations
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home all over Germany — available on-site in Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and every major business hub, or fully remote. Choose a city to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
Berlin 
Hamburg 
Munich 
Cologne 
Frankfurt 
Dusseldorf In Austria our freelancers and interim experts support companies from Vienna to Graz — on-site where your project needs them, or fully remote. Choose a city to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
Vienna Graz Across Switzerland our specialists are active in Zurich, Geneva, Basel and Bern — working on-site or fully remote. Choose a city to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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