SENIOR INTEGRATED BRAND STRATEGIST: IN-HOUSE CREATIVE AGENCY
Strategist – Advertising (Integrated)
Cape Town – Western Cape
Are you a strategic powerhouse with a passion for blending data-driven insights with bold creative thinking? We have a spectacular in-office opportunity for a Senior Integrated Brand Strategist to join the team of boundary-breaking makers at a multi-disciplined, in-house creative studio in Cape Town.
This in-house creative studio is looking for an Integrated Brand Strategist to drive high-impact campaigns that push boundaries and deliver results. You’ll lead the charge in developing strategies that not only inspire but also make a tangible business impact.
The agency delivers 360° solutions to its clients – from through-the-line advertising and video production to post-production and 2D/3D animation. Their ethos around craft, collaboration, and innovation, allows them to create work that’s smart and impactful.
If you thrive on collaboration, love turning insights into action, and want to work with a multi-skilled team that values fresh thinking, this role is for you.
Ready to shape the future of brand storytelling? Let’s talk.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and articulate innovative strategies that align with client objectives and market trends.
- Translate market insights and data into actionable strategies that inform creative direction.
Collaboration
- Work closely with creative, digital, and production teams to ensure strategy alignment across all disciplines.
- Partner with clients to understand their business challenges, goals, and opportunities.
Campaign Development
- Lead brainstorming and strategy sessions to fuel concept development for integrated campaigns.
- Oversee the strategic framework for project execution, ensuring campaigns are both creative and effective.
Market Analysis & Insights
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and consumer insights to inform strategic direction.
- Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies, adapting strategies to maintain a competitive edge.
Mentorship & Team Development
- Mentor junior team members and foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
- Act as a thought leader, both internally and externally, to build the studio’s reputation as a strategic powerhouse.
Requirements
The successful candidate must have/be:
- Industry relevant tertiary qualification
- A minimum of 7–10 years’ experience in strategic planning or integrated marketing communications.
- Proven track record in developing award-winning campaigns across multiple channels.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and market research into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of clearly articulating complex strategies.
- A creative mindset with the ability to challenge conventional approaches and inspire innovative ideas.
- Experience working in fast-paced, in-house creative environments is a plus.
- Passionate about creative problem-solving and making things happen.
- Collaborative, with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and work closely with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Adaptable, self-driven, and eager to embrace a unique way of working that balances creative vision with practical execution.
If you don’t have the relevant experience required for this role, please consider your application unsuccessful.
City: Cape Town
Level of Expertise: Senior
Remuneration: Negotiable
Consultant: Viv
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