Senior Director, Strategy - Brand & Creative
About the role
The Senior Director, Strategy – Brand & Creative leads the Brand Strategy discipline within a highly collaborative, AI-forward agency. They are responsible for developing foundational brand strategy, architecture, and positioning for a tech giant across its full product portfolio, ensuring consistency, clarity, and relevance worldwide.
Responsibilities
Lead development of global brand positioning for a tech giant, maintaining brand consistency and relevance globally.
Drive strategic vision for high-stakes creative campaigns, including Super Bowl spots, Olympics moments, and global product launches.
Partner closely with Group Creative Directors to write provocative and inspiring briefs and stay deeply engaged throughout the creative process.
Build and grow a modern Brand Strategy practice by mentoring a team of strategists, establishing best practices, and contributing to the development of a world-class strategy organization.
Build trusted relationships with senior marketing leaders and facilitate strategic conversations, presenting recommendations and influencing key business decisions.
Collaborate with media, data, and AI teams to ensure the brand platform translates into a full-funnel consumer experience, aligned with the needs of a fast-paced Silicon Valley innovator.
Requirements
12+ years in Brand Planning or Creative Strategy at a top agency, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
Experience working on major global brands and campaigns that have run worldwide, including Super Bowl, Olympics, and global product launches.
Direct experience building brand strategy that goes beyond the brief, translating into integrated campaigns, digital experiences, product launches, and customer touchpoints.
Ability to take complex data and research and turn it into compelling ideas that inspire creative teams.
Track record of building and leading high-performing strategy teams.
Qualifications
Genuine curiosity about AI as a creative and strategic tool.
Empathetic leadership style that motivates and empowers team members.
Passion for building and growing a modern Brand Strategy practice.
Skills
Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Fluency in cultural intelligence and understanding.
Benefits
Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Generous PTO and 15 company-wide holidays.
401(k) with company contribution.
Paid parental leave.
Work-life balance with an emphasis on personal well-being.
Career growth in a disruptor space and entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network.
A globally diverse & inclusive culture with employee resource groups.
Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth.
Pay
The anticipated salary range for this role varies by geographic location. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, interview assessment, skills, geographic location, and internal equity.
Schedule
This role is subject to Monks' Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week. The specific details, including the number of required office days, will be in accordance with the company’s then-current RTO policy, which is subject to change from time to time.