Senior Marketing Strategist

Rochester, NY (Remote)

$60K/yr – $95K/yrSenior Level6+ years expFull time

Posted 5 hrs ago

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Job Summary

Own the client performance narrative and strategic growth roadmap by turning complex data into actionable optimization plans, while serving as a trusted advisor across multi-channel campaigns.

  • Translate data into clear performance narratives and root-cause analysis.
  • Develop optimization recommendations and growth proposals with measurable ROI.
  • Build strong client relationships and act as a strategic partner to expand Butler/Till's role.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Translate complex campaign data into clear, credible performance narratives that identify root causes, unlock optimization opportunities, and restore client confidence.
  • Conduct deep-dive campaign audits to identify performance drivers and anomalies, leveraging proprietary data, media metrics, and market context to pinpoint root causes (e.g., audience targeting misalignment, bid strategy gaps, creative underperformance, platform algorithmic shifts).
  • Develop and deliver performance narratives that move beyond surface metrics, explaining the "why" behind results and articulating clear connections between Butler/Till strategy, market conditions, and client business outcomes.
  • Synthesize campaign learnings into optimization recommendations that address specific client challenges and growth opportunities, supported by data, competitive intelligence, and best-practice benchmarks.
  • Maintain current knowledge of digital media platforms, algorithms, industry trends, and competitive dynamics to inform diagnostic insights and stay credible in client conversations.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic growth partner who deepens client relationships through consistent value delivery, proactive insights, marketing education, and expansion of Butler/Till's role in the client’s business.
  • Develop and maintain high-touch relationship cadence with key clients, providing proactive insights, early identification of performance gaps, and customized strategic recommendations that drive continuous improvement.
  • Identify and act on organic growth opportunities by analyzing client performance data, market dynamics, and program adoption to surface expansion potential across channels, budgets, and service offerings.
  • Build and present strategic growth proposals that align with client business objectives, demonstrating clear ROI and competitive differentiation through performance diagnostics and optimization roadmaps.
  • Close the gap between strategy and execution by ensuring clients have the tools, knowledge, and confidence to succeed and expand with Butler/Till solutions.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in media buying, campaign management, performance marketing, or digital marketing analytics.
  • Proven experience translating complex data and marketing metrics into clear business narratives and actionable recommendations.
  • Demonstrated expertise in one or more digital channels (paid search, social media, programmatic, display, Search Engine Optimization) including understanding of platform mechanics, optimization strategies, and performance benchmarks.
  • Experience in consultative selling, account retention, or customer success roles in B2B marketing or media services environments.
  • Strong understanding of campaign performance metrics, attribution, ROI measurement, and the ability to identify root causes of performance variances.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and build credibility with sophisticated audiences.
  • Self-motivated, self-organization abilities, results-oriented, and comfortable operating in complex, fast-paced environments with high-stakes relationships.
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Economics, or related field—or equivalent combination of education and professional marketing experience.

Preferred

  • Experience in account retention, organic growth, or account expansion roles within B2B SaaS or professional services.
  • Track record of exceeding retention or account expansion targets through relationship management and consultative engagement.
  • Familiarity with HubSpot, Salesforce, or similar CRM and analytics platforms. Strong systems navigator; work requires navigation 10+ technical systems
  • Experience managing or advising on campaigns at scale or working with sophisticated media budgets.

Benefits

  • ESOP (employee stock ownership plan)
  • an annual bonus
  • a full benefits package
  • paid time off benefits
  • 100% paid parental leave
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Butler/Till

As an independent, women-owned/led, 100% employee-owned, B Corporation, we create award-winning campaigns that deliver measurable business impact. Free from holding company constraints, our agile and accountable approach genuinely serves our clients' best interests. With 25+ years of experience, we specialize in media, campaign analytics, marketing science, creative services, and healthcare marketing, connecting brands with audiences in meaningful ways. Looking for localized marketing solutions? We have that covered too. Endless spreadsheets, logins, tabs open, and emails. We know how complex local marketing can be, so we built the technology to make it easier, BetterLocal.

Founded in 1998
Rochester, New York, USA
434 employees (125 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
32.1K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
31.4%
Direct
54.6%
Referral
6.6%
Social
6.4%
Paid
1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~434

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
117 (27% of company)
Median Career Experience
14 years
Median Tenure
6.7 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
8