Senior Creative Strategist

Summary

Join DEPT®, a leading digital creative agency, as a Senior Creative Strategist! You will bridge business objectives and creative solutions, leading innovative strategy development. Responsibilities include developing comprehensive strategies, leading discovery sessions, translating research into actionable briefs, and guiding creative teams. You'll need 5+ years of experience in creative strategy at a digital agency, a proven track record, excellent communication skills, and a strong portfolio. DEPT® offers a collaborative environment and benefits including healthcare, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave. The role is hybrid or remote, with specific location requirements and salary ranges varying by city.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in creative strategy, preferably at a digital agency
• Proven track record developing successful brand and marketing strategies
• Experience leading creative processes and facilitating collaborative ideation
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex concepts
• Experience in multiple disciplines (branding, UX, marketing) with the ability to connect these areas
• Portfolio demonstrating strategic thinking and creative problem-solving, with an emphasis on brand strategy
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience
• Strategic thinking and creative problem-solving
• Workshop facilitation and creative direction capabilities
• Strong presentation and client management abilities
• Research and analytical capabilities to identify insights
• Collaborative approach to working with multi-disciplinary teams
• Project management skills to keep strategic initiatives on track

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive creative strategies that align with client business goals
• Lead discovery sessions and stakeholder interviews to uncover insights
• Translate research findings into actionable creative briefs and strategic recommendations
• Design and facilitate creative workshops, brainstorming sessions, and ideation processes
• Guide creative teams through conceptual development, ensuring strategic alignment
• Establish frameworks and methodologies that enhance our creative output
• Lead creative reviews and provide strategic direction throughout project lifecycle
• Present strategies to clients, articulating the rationale behind creative decisions
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to inform innovative approaches
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to agency thought leadership

Benefits

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