Strategy Director

About the role

We are looking for a Strategy Director to match our department ambition and help lead the next chapter of growth for one of our largest and most important client relationships. This is an opportunity for a strategic leader who thrives on solving complex business challenges, shaping famous creative work, and building strong partnerships with clients and colleagues alike.

Responsibilities

• Lead Strategic Vision
• Translate complex market, consumer, and cultural dynamics into clear strategic direction.
• Develop strategic frameworks, positioning recommendations, audience segmentation models, and messaging architectures that guide business and creative decisions.
• Influence Clients
• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior client stakeholders.
• Facilitate discussions that help clients identify opportunities, navigate ambiguity, and make informed decisions.
• Inspire Creative Excellence
• Partner closely with creative leadership to unlock breakthrough ideas grounded in human insight.
• Develop inspiring briefs that spark innovative and effective creative solutions.
• Build and Develop Talent
• Lead, mentor, and develop a growing team of strategists.
• Foster an environment of curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Drive Agency Growth
• Play a leadership role in new business opportunities, including RFP responses, pitch development, and presentations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in brand strategy, account planning, or communications strategy within leading advertising, marketing, or consulting environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading strategic work for large-scale consumer brands.
• Experience within technology, consumer electronics, telecommunications, or adjacent categories strongly preferred.
• Proven success influencing senior client stakeholders and executive-level decision-makers.
• Deep expertise in consumer research, audience insights, cultural intelligence, and strategic planning.
• Strong understanding of integrated marketing ecosystems, including brand, digital, social, retail, experiential, and commerce channels.
• Exceptional storytelling, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Experience mentoring and developing high-performing strategy teams.
• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to inspire cross-functional teams.

Benefits

This role is based in Plano, Texas, with a hybrid work schedule. Candidates must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Travel may be required based on client and business needs.