Director, Creative Strategy
Jack Morton Worldwide · San Francisco Bay Area
- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- San Francisco Bay Area
Job highlights
- Lead creative strategy for key accounts.
- Drive impactful brand experiences.
- Partner with executive-level clients.
- Deeply embedded in current culture.
- Mentor and develop strategy team.
About the role
Director, Creative Strategy
Jack Morton Worldwide is seeking a Director, Creative Strategy to join their dynamic team. This role is for an individual passionate about shaping the future of brand experiences. If you are bold, curious, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to do your best work, grow fast, and bring new ideas to life.
About the Role
As the Director, Creative Strategy, you will be a leader in idea generation, strategic thinking, and problem-solving. You will spearhead strategic thinking for key automotive accounts, ensuring the delivery of best-in-class work that drives business growth. You are a blend of business consultant and creative strategist, capable of providing deep insights and actionable inspiration that resonate with culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Function as the cultural engine of the account, proactively surfacing ideas, talent, and cultural moments.
- Build and champion concepts, identifying opportunities, constructing rationale, and engaging clients.
- Partner with executive-level clients, including CMOs, to challenge, inspire, and guide them toward bold decisions.
- Stay immersed in culture (social platforms, live events, emerging talent, brand partnerships) and translate this into actionable opportunities.
- Engineer experiential and live moments for social and digital amplification.
- Mentor and develop strategists, modeling culturally-driven thinking.
- Serve as the lead strategist on projects, accounts, and new business initiatives.
What We're Looking For
- 10+ years of marketing experience, preferably agency-side (PR/social media/digital marketing/influencer marketing).
- A strong portfolio showcasing concepts, campaigns, your role in their execution, and their results.
- A cultural thought leader with experience pitching and executing ideas for major brands.
- Someone who leads with ideas, not just frameworks.
- Fluency in the influencer ecosystem, social platforms, and digital amplification of live experiences.
- Comfort communicating with clients at all organizational levels.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
- Passion for and deep understanding of culture, media, entertainment, and lifestyle interests.
Jack Morton is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact jobaccomodations@jackmorton.com.
Key skills/competency
- Creative Strategy
- Brand Experience
- Marketing Leadership
- Client Relations
- Cultural Insight
- Experiential Marketing
- Digital Amplification
- Influencer Marketing
- Team Mentorship
- Strategic Planning
Skills & topics
- Director Creative Strategy
- Brand Experience
- Experiential Marketing
- Marketing Strategy
- Creative Leadership
- Client Management
- Cultural Marketing
- Influencer Marketing
- Agency Life
- Automotive Marketing
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 10+ years of agency-side marketing experience, focusing on creative strategy and client success stories.
- Showcase your portfolio: Ensure your portfolio demonstrates impactful concepts, your strategic role, and measurable results driven for clients.
- Emphasize cultural fluency: Detail your passion and expertise in culture, media, and lifestyle trends, and how you leverage them.
- Prepare for strategic discussions: Be ready to discuss how you lead with ideas, challenge clients, and amplify experiences digitally.
- Research Jack Morton's values: Understand their focus on 'Experience Without Limits,' boldness, curiosity, and collaboration to align your answers.
Technical preparation
Develop a compelling portfolio of strategic campaigns.,Master digital and social amplification techniques.,Research automotive industry trends and culture.,Practice presenting strategic concepts concisely.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you inspired a bold client decision.,How do you stay ahead of cultural trends?,Share an example of leading without authority.,How do you mentor emerging strategists?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Director, Creative Strategy role at Jack Morton Worldwide?
- The Director, Creative Strategy role at Jack Morton Worldwide focuses on leading strategic thinking for key automotive accounts, developing impactful brand experiences, and ensuring work is culturally relevant and best-in-class. The role requires a blend of business consulting and creative strategy expertise.
- What type of experience is preferred for the Director, Creative Strategy position?
- The ideal candidate for the Director, Creative Strategy role has over 10 years of marketing experience, with a strong preference for agency-side experience in areas like PR, social media, digital marketing, or influencer marketing. A proven portfolio of successfully executed campaigns is essential.
- How does Jack Morton Worldwide emphasize diversity and inclusion in its hiring process?
- Jack Morton Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer and strongly values diversity. They do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. They also strive to make their careers website accessible.
- What should I do if I need an accommodation to apply for the Director, Creative Strategy job?
- If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process for the Director, Creative Strategy role at Jack Morton Worldwide, please contact jobaccomodations@jackmorton.com. This email is strictly for accommodation-related requests and not for general inquiries.
- How can I ensure my application stands out for the Director, Creative Strategy role?
- To make your application stand out for the Director, Creative Strategy role, highlight your extensive agency experience, showcase a strong portfolio with measurable results, demonstrate deep cultural fluency beyond specific categories, and emphasize your ability to lead with ideas and inspire clients.
- What is considered a critical skill for the Director, Creative Strategy at Jack Morton?
- A critical skill for the Director, Creative Strategy is being a cultural thought leader who is passionate about and conversant in culture, media, entertainment, and lifestyle interests. This allows for the creation of culture-popping, actionable strategies that engage target communities.
- What kind of client interactions can I expect as Director, Creative Strategy?
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