Senior Brand Strategist

About The Role:

A creative boutique Brooklyn based branding agency is looking for a Senior Brand Strategist to play a key role in shaping strategic thinking across a diverse portfolio of clients. Working closely with the Head of Strategy and creative team, you will lead the development of brand platforms, messaging frameworks, and strategic recommendations that inform every stage of the creative process.

This role is suited to an experienced agency-side Brand Strategist who enjoys balancing analytical thinking with creativity. You will lead discovery sessions, conduct research, develop compelling strategic narratives, and confidently present recommendations to clients, while mentoring junior strategists and helping strengthen the agency’s strategic offering.

Joining a collaborative and ambitious team, you will benefit from a studio culture where everyone contributes at a high level and is trusted to work independently. The agency offers hybrid working, comprehensive healthcare, generous paid time off, and excellent opportunities for continued career development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of brand strategy, positioning and messaging
• Conduct research, competitive analysis, stakeholder interviews, and discovery sessions
• Develop strategic frameworks, messaging guidelines, and creative briefs
• Present strategic recommendations confidently to clients
• Collaborate closely with designers to translate strategy into creative outcomes
• Mentor junior strategists and contribute to the evolution of the strategy team
• Support new strategic processes and stay informed on industry trends

Key Skills / Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• 4-6 years’ experience in brand strategy within a creative or branding agency
• Proven experience working across multiple client accounts and industries
• Outstanding writing, presentation, and storytelling skills
• Strong research, analytical, and strategic thinking abilities
• Confident client-facing experience and workshop facilitation skills
• Collaborative, proactive, and comfortable working independently

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