Sr, Creative Strategy (US - Remote)

USA (Remote)

$65K/yr – $85K/yrSenior Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 6 months ago

Job Summary

Drive creative strategy development for brand and performance work, partnering with senior strategists to translate audience insights into executable briefs for paid media.

  • Own the development of creative strategy briefs and messaging frameworks grounded in audience insight.
  • Must-have: 2+ years in creative/brand strategy or related roles
  • Standout: Cross-functional collaboration with Analytics, Media, and Creative teams to ground ideas in proof

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop creative strategies grounded in audience insight, cultural signals, and performance learnings.
  • Translate research, data, and platform knowledge into clear briefs and messaging frameworks.
  • Craft compelling narratives that guide creative ideation and align with business goals.
  • Present strategic thinking confidently to clients and internal teams.
  • Ensure ideas are both big-picture and executable within paid media channels.
  • Write clear, persuasive briefs and presentations that elevate creative direction.
  • Partner with Associate Creative Strategy Directors and fellow strategists to build and refine strategy.
  • Collaborate with Analytics, Media, and Creative teams to ensure strategy is grounded in proof and feasibility.
  • Support creative ideation by connecting concepts back to audience insight and intent.
  • Contribute to testing roadmaps and learning agendas through a creative lens.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience in creative strategy, brand strategy, content/comms strategy, or performance marketing
  • Strong storytelling ability with excellent writing and presentation skills
  • Confidence and presence when presenting strategy to clients and teams
  • Understanding of how creative executes across paid media platforms (Google, Meta, TikTok, Snap, programmatic)
  • Ability to think conceptually while grounding ideas in execution realities
  • Collaborative mindset and comfort working in partnership with senior strategists
  • Experience writing strategy for B2C brands; tech experience is a plus
  • Comfort navigating ambiguity and turning inputs into clear direction

Preferred

  • A natural storyteller who brings energy and clarity to every room
  • Strategic thinking that connects insight to actionable creative direction
  • Strong creative instincts paired with performance awareness
  • Curiosity, initiative, and a desire to keep improving craft

Benefits

  • Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • 401k plan, plus matching
  • PTO
  • Paid Company Holidays
  • Parental Leave
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