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Role Description

Real Chemistry is looking for an Associate Strategy Director to join our growing team!

This is a hybrid role, based in any of our US offices—including New York City, Boston, Chicago, Carmel, Lambertville, or San Francisco—or remotely within the US, depending on team and business needs.

As the Associate Strategy Director, you will be a key leader responsible for shaping and executing our brand strategy to drive growth and enhance brand equity. You will work closely with executive leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners to develop and implement comprehensive brand strategies that align with our business objectives and resonate with our target audience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of brand positioning, messaging, and creative briefs that effectively communicate brand story.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Account Management, Creative, and Project Management teams to develop integrated omnichannel campaigns that deliver measurable results.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in omnichannel marketing, and incorporate relevant insights into strategy development.
• Develop and implement comprehensive strategies that effectively reach target audiences, drive brand awareness, and ultimately contribute to the success of our clients' campaigns.
• Design and facilitate workshops. Lead Tactical and Brand planning.
• Conduct market research, consumer insights, and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges in the marketplace.
• Drive innovation in brand strategy and marketing approaches to stay ahead of industry trends and maintain a competitive edge.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of brand initiatives and campaigns, and use insights to inform future strategies.
• Provide strategic guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• Experience in Brand Strategy or related roles within an advertising agency, with a proven track record of developing and implementing successful brand strategies.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and strategies in a clear and compelling manner.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Requirements

• Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable with adjusting scope, responsibilities, and focus as the company grows.
• Proactive, driven, and resourceful with strong prioritization skills and a desire to dive into the data.
• Highly organized self-starter, able to work independently and under tight deadlines.

Pay Range

$125,000-$138,000.00. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, skills, certifications, and geographical location. The Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit program and perks, tailored to your region.
• Free snacks in offices to keep you running all day long.
• Generous holiday and paid time off.
• Options for private medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Support in saving for the future.
• Mental wellness coaching and support.
• Access to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn Learning.

Company Description

Real Chemistry is proud to be Great Place to Work® certified; check out what our people shared about our culture and workplace on our Great Places to Work Profile.

Real Chemistry believes we can do our best when feeling our best, which is why we’ve put together a benefits program designed to give you the support you and your family need at every stage of life.

Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity employer. We continually strive to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees feel empowered to leverage all they bring from their personal lived experience and professional expertise.