Sr. Creative Strategist, Sports

Brooklyn, NY (Unknown)

$75K/yr – $85K/yrSenior Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 10 days ago

Job Summary

Own the development of fan-centric, multi‑channel sponsorship strategies and translate insights into impactful briefs and pitches while collaborating with creative teams to ensure strategic alignment from concept to execution.

  • Lead fan-centric strategies across channels for integrated sponsorships.
  • Translate strategy into actionable Creative Briefs and compelling pitches.
  • Collaborate with creative teams to ensure alignment across campaigns.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • As a Senior Creative Strategist , you'll develop fan-centric strategies across multiple channels for integrated sponsorships that deliver business results for brands.
  • You'll set the foundation for creative campaigns, unlock the right channels to reach the target audience, and inform communications plans.
  • Connect Consulting expertise with Creative solutions by bridging brands with their audience as fans to deliver a message that resonates and drives business results.
  • Develop best-in-class sports marketing strategies for brands grounded in assets and IP available.
  • Translate strategy into actionable Creative Briefs we either execute in house, or drive through our client’s IAT partners.
  • Craft compelling, narrative-drive pitch decks and presentations.
  • Collaborate closely with creative teams to develop ideas and ensure strategic alignment across all executions.
  • Ensure seamless integration of strategy, content, and execution across all channels.

Requirements

  • 2-3 years of experience developing integrated strategies
  • Agency experience leading strategies across diverse consumer brands in sports and entertainment
  • A collaborative mindset and proven ability to provide logical, strategic guidance that fuels creativity.
  • A passion for new business and a drive to create standout, culture-shaping work.
  • An authentic fan of sports and entertainment who closely follows them and understands the business sides of the industries.
  • Independence, curiosity, and a deep understanding of cultural trends.
  • Experience working with and making sense of quantitative and qualitative data, particularly audience / fan data.
  • A proficient storyteller, with narrative copywriting / brand writing experience.
  • A commitment to excellence—willingness to go beyond standard hours when needed, proactively addressing challenges, and keeping a pulse on emerging platforms and trends.
  • AI fluency- Comfort using AI-powered tools to enhance strategic workstreams—such as research synthesis, insight development, brainstorming, and presentation development. Uses AI responsibly while applying human judgment to shape clear, client-ready strategy.

Benefits

  • Professional Development : Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
  • Generous Time Off : Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
  • Parental Leave : We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.
  • Retirement Plan : 401k plan including contribution matching.
  • Healthcare : Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability coverage options.
  • Ancillary : Critical illness, identity protection, pet insurance, 529 plans and more
  • Commuter Benefits : Access support for travel and commuting needs, where available
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TEAM

TEAM is dedicated to crafting brand experiences that are not just seen and heard but truly felt. Our expertise lies in bringing over 100,000 brand activations to life each year, with a focus on creating genuine connections. We blend commercial success with creative innovation, nurturing community spirit and shaping meaningful interactions for every brand we touch. The Creative Coach in Your Corner We are the strategic partners who bring your brand's story to life. Consider us an extension of your team, collaborating to carve pathways that move your audience, influence the market, and grow the business. Start-to-Finish Brand Experiences We specialize in the full spectrum of brand experience development—from ideation to execution. Whether through live events, immersive activations, or expansive digital ecosystems, we turn brand potential into real brand power. Custom Creative Playbooks Every brand has a narrative to share, an experience to offer, and a connection to forge. At TEAM, we align these elements within a creative playbook that takes brands to new heights, ensuring they not only scale but also evolve and leave a transformative impact. Specialties Field Marketing | Festivals | Immersive Experiences | Mobile | Sponsorships | Media Launches | Trade Advocacy | Pop-ups | Conferences | Content

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
1.3K employees (476 in marketing)

Salaries

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$75K/yr – $85K/yr

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