Associate Director of Social Strategy

West Hollywood, CA (On-site)

$120K/yr – $135K/yrSenior LevelTemporary

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead social and creative strategy for sports, music, and culture accounts with expert client-facing storytelling and cross-team collaboration.

  • Lead day-to-day social and creative strategy across accounts, including always-on and campaigns.
  • 5–8 years in social or creative strategy at an agency.
  • Deep culture and music fluency with strong client-facing presentation.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day social and creative strategy across assigned accounts, including always-on content, tentpole campaigns, and bespoke activations.
  • Develop cultural frameworks, trend forecasts, and proactive pitches that keep clients ahead of the conversation.
  • Serve as the strategic lead in client-facing settings, presenting ideas with clarity and conviction to senior stakeholders.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Creative, Accounts, Production, and Social Media teams to ensure strategic vision is carried through to execution.
  • Contribute to new business pitches and RFPs as a key creative strategy voice.
  • Oversee and mentor junior strategists, providing direction and feedback that elevates the quality of the work.
  • Maintain a deep understanding of platform best practices, emerging formats, and cultural moments across TikTok, Instagram, X, and beyond.

Requirements

  • 5 to 8 years of experience in social strategy, creative strategy, or content strategy, preferably at an agency.
  • Deep fluency in music, culture, and entertainment -- you know what's happening before it trends.
  • Strong editorial instincts and the ability to develop a distinct brand voice across platforms.
  • Experience leading strategy on large-scale AOR accounts or major brand campaigns.
  • Confident presenter and communicator, comfortable in client-facing settings with senior stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, high-output environment.
  • Experience with talent, creator, or influencer-led content is a plus.

Benefits

  • The full time position is also eligible for benefits and discretionary bonus.

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