THIS ROLE IS OPEN TO LOS ANGELES AND NEW YORK CITY CANDIDATES

ABOUT MK

GFounded in 2003, MKG is a women-led creative agency specializing in brand experience. From moments to movements, our work breaks through culture by connecting brands with their people. We’re obsessively curious problem solvers who humanize brands through creative storytelling, purpose-driven engagement, beautiful design and impeccable production. We’re proud to be long-standing partners to brands like Google, Target, Netflix, Meta, HBO, Delta Air Lines, Béis and Spotify

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WORKING AT M

KGWe're in the business of experience. We aim to create incredible experiences for everyone – that includes consumers, our clients, and our teammates as well. We care deeply about the journey just as much as the final product. So while you’ll be working hard to check all the details (twice) to make sure the work is flawless, you’ll be shoulder to shoulder with some of the brightest, most compassionate and collaborative people in the industr

y.We have offices in NYC and LA. Candidates should be within commuting distance of either office and will need to be available for in-person collaboration on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursday

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OVERVIEW OF THE R

OLEMKG is looking for a talented and versatile Client Strategy and Development Manager to join our team. This person will lead pitch teams in conceptualizing and delivering thinking that positions the agency to win. They will need to work independently, see the forest for the trees, and stay at the forefront of the indust

ry.Strong experience in new business, strategy, and brand marketing is required. Candidates should have a strong track record of leading/winning pitches, with demonstrable strategic leadership and passion for delivering and executing innovative ideas and experienc

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WHAT YOU WILL DO IN THIS R

OLE:Own the pitch + build a compelling and resilient client ros

• ter.Help lead the agency’s new business efforts across priority categories, prospects, and part
• nersOwn the pitch process end-to-end, from RFP through proposal delivery and c
• loseServe as the senior client-facing lead in pitch meetings, workshops, and presentat
• ionsShape strategy and narratives that align client briefs and marketing opportunities with agency capabilities and g
• oalsOversee pitch scoping, resourcing, timelines, and budgets to ensure feasibility and profitabi
• lityPartner closely with Creative, Production, and Finance to develop standout, bulletproof propo
• salsAid in pipeline development, developing leads, tracking opportunities, win/loss insights, and conversion r
• atesIdentify proactive growth opportunities across existing relationships and industry netw
• orksEstablish best practices for new business processes, tools, and ways of wor
• kingRepresent the agency externally through industry presence, thought leadership, and relationship-buil
• dingThis role may require occasional travel and flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends, as business needs a

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WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THIS R

OLE: A relentless desire to win + the instincts and intuition to make it ha

• ppen.Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 7+ years relevant experience, with at least 3+ years of new business exper
• ienceProven experience leading and winning experiential pitches and new business initia
• tivesStrong strategic thinking paired with creative and financial a
• cumenConfidence presenting to senior client stakeholders and navigating high-stakes environ
• mentsAbility to translate ambiguity into clear goals and frame
• worksDeep collaboration skills across creative, strategy, and production
• teamsA growth mindset, strong network, and instinct for identifying opport
• unityCalm, decisive leadership under pressure and tight time
• linesProficiency in Google Workspace and MaciOS, comfort working across shared tools and platforms like Slack, WebEx, and

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