Jobs · Marketing · California

Creative Strategist [AQ-10535]

Aquent · San Bruno, CA · 1 mo ago
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About the role

This is your chance to lead the charge in developing compelling omnichannel creative solutions that not only captivate audiences but also deliver measurable results and significant business growth within a customer-first ecosystem.

Responsibilities

  • Developing innovative, forward-thinking marketing and creative solutions for advertisers through strategic creative thought partnership.
  • Creating omnichannel creative strategies that align advertiser objectives with business goals, consumer insights, and the broader marketing ecosystem.
  • Partnering with Art Directors to develop compelling creative concepts, frameworks, presentations, and storytelling narratives.
  • Leading strategic planning sessions with product, strategy, marketing, sales, and various internal business units to develop actionable media and marketing strategies.
  • Developing and executing business strategies for priority brands, ensuring alignment between marketing objectives, customer needs, and measurable outcomes.
  • Translating data, market trends, and consumer insights into clear creative strategies and recommendations.
  • Curating, authoring, and presenting persuasive creative narratives across internal teams, advertisers, and executive stakeholders.
  • Building customer-facing communications, presentations, and strategic reports that clearly articulate creative opportunities and business impact.
  • Partnering with operations teams to define success metrics, evaluate performance, forecast resource needs, and measure campaign impact.
  • Managing multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously while maintaining timelines, quality, and stakeholder alignment.
  • Establishing strong connections between advertiser initiatives and the broader marketing strategies to ensure consistency across customer messaging.
  • Navigating ambiguity by identifying opportunities, solving complex problems, and adapting strategies as priorities evolve.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of marketing, creative strategy, advertising, or digital media experience.
  • Proven experience developing and executing omnichannel marketing strategies and customer-facing communications.
  • Strong understanding of digital advertising, social platforms, consumer trends, and competitive landscapes.
  • Demonstrated ability to conceptualize innovative creative solutions and translate ideas into business strategies.
  • Experience partnering cross-functionally with sales, product, marketing, operations, and creative teams.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create executive-level presentations and strategic narratives.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related field.
  • Proven track record of successful project management and leadership.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Ability to analyze data and market trends to inform creative strategies.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Skills

  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Knowledge of digital marketing tools and platforms.
  • Strong presentation and negotiation skills.

Benefits

Aquent Talent offers a range of benefits including subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also provide free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Pay

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $75,000 to $125,000 per year.

Contact Information

To apply, please visit [Application Link] or contact [Contact Information].

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