Creative Strategist, Emerging Media & AI

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Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Integrated Marketing team to create engaging marketing materials across digital, live event, print, research, newsletters and social platforms.
• Develop forward-thinking brand strategies that blend creativity, technology, and culture to help streamline deliverables, workflows and collaboration
• Lead the integration of new design formats (immersive, interactive, generative) into strategic programs and proposals.
• Leverage AI tools (e.g., Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, Canva, Figma) and technologies (e.g., generative AI, personalization engines, predictive analytics) to shape innovative brand experiences.
• Partner closely with marketing, design and product teams to ensure strategic alignment across all initiatives.
• Conduct deep market research to identify trends and new opportunities at the intersection of media, design, and AI.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions for content marketing proposals and programs.
• Create compelling presentations and storytelling deck formats that communicate complex strategies in concise and engaging experiences.
• Act as an internal thought leader on emerging technologies, design innovation and brand-building best practices.

The ideal candidate

• 5+ years of experience in strategy roles across media, design, or brand agencies.
• Proven expertise in AI applications for media, marketing, or design (e.g., Midjourney, Runway, ChatGPT, Sora, ElevenLabs).
• Strong background in brand development, brand architecture, and multi-channel storytelling.
• Experience in new and emerging design platforms and formats
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• A strong portfolio showcasing strategic thinking across innovative formats and technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and detail-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
• Passion for content, media and digital storytelling.

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