Director, Strategy - Temporary Worker
Director, Strategy - Temporary Worker
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$ 45 - 73
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Job Description:
- This is a temporary position starting 10/01 until 02/28.
- 40hrs a week during business hours.
- Hybrid in Los Angeles or New York.
- Must have media agency experience with tech or gaming background.
The purpose of this role is to act as a key driver of the strategic relationship and deliverables for key client(s). This includes articulating business objectives generating key communication and media insights uncovering cultural truths designing media briefs inspiring creative media solutions leading media ideation and developing strategic POVs and go-to-market activations. This role is also instrumental in key agency initiatives including thought leadership POVs award submissions and participation in new business efforts.
Role Responsibilities:
Strategically leads day-to-day strategic work for client(s)
Stays on the pulse of what is happening in category culture and media to uncover opportunities that unlock a strategic advantage
Guides how audiences will contribute to achieving the overall business goals
Translates audience data into meaningful insights that unlock deeper consumer understanding
Consistently monitors competitive activity to identify white space and unique ownable opportunities that break category norms
Skillfully crafts a compelling strategic narrative that unlocks new opportunities for the brand
Architects the comms framework that will guide media planning choices and measurement framework
Identify the strategic role media can play in overcoming barriers along the customer journey; partner with teams to apply strategic media principles through planning and activation
Leads/facilitates brainstorms and ideation sessions that challenge teams to develop innovative media & comms solutions
Closely partners with internal teams as well as media vendors and creative agency to ensure strategy is brought to life and delivers on goals
Evaluates communication opportunities and provide sound recommendations as appropriate
Contribute to agency thought leadership; provide proactive thought leadership outreach to clients
Contribute to the strategic component of new business pitches
Proactively seeks out opportunities to make the work better in a collaborative way
Account Fit:
Demonstrates mental agility to keep pace with fast speed of business priorities change often and person must be able to flex outside their discipline to ensure storytelling is carried through
Understanding of category dynamics (tech/gaming/AI) and able to pivot between B2C and B2B priorities
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree
7-9 years in Communications Strategy or Strategic Media Planning with a proven record of achievement and impact
Understanding of multiple communications channels and their role in brand marketing
Strong analytic skills ability to translate data into insights
Strategic thinking ability with balanced analytical and creative approach to holistic and tactical media planning
Strong storytelling skills and ability to communicate ideas and plans effectively both verbally and visually
Experience managing client relationships and working collaboratively acrossteams andorganizations
Commitment to delivering creative media solutions and award winning work
Strong presentation and communication skills (both verbal and written)
Strong team feedback (direct reports and collaborative team partners)
Comfortable participating in business development activities includingagencypitches
Experience with syndicated research and social listening toolsfor example: GWI Netbase Simmons/MRI Kantar Mintel
The hourly pay range for this position is $45.19- $73.08. The hourly pay rate for the successful candidate is based on a variety of factors including relevant experience knowledge skills and other factors permitted by law. Temporary employees are eligible for paid holidays in accordance with dentsu policy as well as safe and sick time. This position is not eligible for any other benefits or other compensation.
To begin the application process please click on the Apply button at the top of this job posting. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.
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Location:
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
