Strategist

3 weeks ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Avatar Agency Full time

Role Overview

The core responsibility of the role is to uncover the most valuable data and insights - the raw material from which all great strategies are created - and help to shape it into leading strategic and creative work that ripples across the globe.

This role calls for a strategist with a creative heart and an analytical mind who can contextualize an idea within the appropriate channels and ultimately ensure that creative execution and media all work in perfect harmony.

Duties

Strategic Excellence
- Lead day-to-day comms strategy and planning on assigned client briefs and play a key role in building trusted relationships both internally and externally.
- Create strategic content as per client briefs, being an ideas generator, problem-solver, bringing optimism and new solutions to even the toughest of situations.
- Responsible for research and data, turning data into insights and insights into compelling, different creative strategy and briefs across all channels.
- Identify opportunities and/or challenges where multiple channels can provide a solution.
- Partner closely with internal and external partners (creative leads, media, brand, UX etc.) to ensure our creative ideas make most effective use of an integrated mix of owned, earned, and paid channels and deployed via innovative, target media and technology and to ensure the development of the consumer journey for each campaign or activity.
- Determine communication tasks for each campaign and write task briefs that guide messaging and execution tailored for each channel.
- Create measurable campaign KPI’s, helping to enhance creative effectiveness and improve sell rate of innovative ideas.
- Read and analyze campaign metrics and leverage insights from data to improve comms effectiveness.
- Understand consumer behaviors within media, and a good knowledge of media relevant to the client’s business including TV, digital, social, experiential, print, OOH.
- Showcase an understanding of digital, social, and emerging platforms and technologies.
- Actively participate and contribute to new business pitches.
- Display restlessness, curiosity, thoughtfulness, diligence in everything you do
- Actively pursue knowledge of trends, technology, and media platforms relevant to people in the world today and in our industry
- Guide and nurture junior members of the team, displaying sound leadership skills.

Talent Management:

- Contribute by effecting innovation that builds a positive agency culture and work environment through knowledge sharing, mentorship and guidance.

What We Value

Imaginative Provocation through Brilliant Basics:

- Dream Harder - Provoke the ordinary
- Solve Further - Lift feelings; shift hearts
- Deliver Better - Worthy work on time
- Impact Wider - They must never forget us; respected worldwide; preferred locally
- Love Deeply - Solve relationships with daily acts of kindness
- Raise the Edge - Never stop creating until we’re proud to serve

Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma / Degree in related field
- Proven work experience as a strategist in advertising, digital or media agency
- 5+ Years of experience as an integrated strategist in brand comms, B2B and/or digital strategy
- Expertise in developing digital, social and experiential marketing plans
- Experience with integrated advertising campaigns across multiple media channels and the ability to demonstrate its impact on the brand?
- Experience analysing campaign performance and an understanding of the role analytics plays in selling and measuring ideas (including Google Analytics as a tool)

Competencies
- Need to be a visionary, strategic, analytical and forward thinking
- Standout idea generator and problem-solving skills
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written skills as well as proven ability to develop well-written documents and eloquently presentation of work
- Exceptional time-management skills
- Well organized and detail orientated
- Working in a team, but be equally comfortable working alone
- Displays good leadership qualities to direct internal teams such as creatives and client service
- Patient, calm and curious
- Ability to draw inspiration from others
- Be open minded and have the ability to embrace change
- Manages self-development
- Must be committed to continuous learning and development

  • Senior Strategist

    3 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Clockwork Full time

    Clockwork is looking for a skilled and solutions-oriented Senior Strategist with a strong analytical mind to craft compelling strategies that deliver results. The strategist’s responsibilities will include conducting extensive research, analyzing findings, making recommendations, presenting to clients, and briefing creatives. You should be a thinker with a...

  • Senior Atl Strategist

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Mindshare SA Full time

    Mindshare is looking for an ATL Strategist to join our dynamic team. The ATL Strategist together with the internal team, works hand-in-hand with the clients' marketing department and creative agency to ensure the development of effective and unique media campaigns. The expectation of a strategist is to immerse themselves within the clients business gaining...

  • SEO Strategist

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Cardilogix Full time

    **Job Overview**: **Date Posted**: Posted 3 hours ago- **Location**: Johannesburg, Gauteng- **Job Title**: SEO Strategist- **Salary**: R38,000 - R48,000- **Education Level**: Diploma- **Job Level**: Intermediate- **Minimum Experience**: 3 - 5 Years**SEO Strategist position in Johannesburg.**: A SEO Strategist for leading JHB digital agency. (This is a mid...

  • Senior Atl Strategist

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Mindshare SA Full time

    Mindshare is looking for an ATL Strategist to join our dynamic team. The ATL Strategist together with the internal team, works hand-in-hand with the clients' marketing department and creative agency to ensure the development of effective and unique media campaigns.The expectation of a strategist is to immerse themselves within the clients business gaining an...

  • Junior Brand Strategist

    3 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Cardilogix Full time

    Job Overview **Expiration date**: 23 March 2024 **Location**: Johannesburg, Gauteng **Job Title**: Junior Brand Strategist **Education Level**: Bachelors Degree **Job Level**: Junior **Minimum Experience**: 1 - 3 Years Junior Brand Strategist job vacancy in Johannesburg. Come and work and develop some of the best creative ideas and social strategies...

  • Digital Strategist

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Boomtown Full time

    Seeking a digitally-savvy strategist with zest for South African brands and a collaborative spirit to work with our Digital Business Head. If you excel in devising strategies in tune with client goals, are at the forefront of the digital realm, and have a flair for inspiring others, we're eager to have you on board! **Essentials You'll Contribute**: Cement...

  • Senior Strategist

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa AKQA Inc Full time

    Senior StrategistStrategists at AKQA take our client's business seriously. By collaborating with account teams, creative, and media implementation teams, they represent both the client and the consumer.Hailing from various backgrounds, our Strategists utilize market insights, data, and trends to foster innovation and uncover opportunities.We are in search of...

  • Integrated Strategist

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Boomtown Full time

    **We're seeking**: dynamic integrated strategist. Are you an integrated strategist with an edge? Passionate about South African brands and able to champion their positioning? If you're savvy in bridging business goals with strategic solutions, keeping a pulse on South African culture, and always a step ahead, we want you in our vibrant strategy team! **What...

  • Senior Strategist

    3 months ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa AKQA Inc Full time

    Senior Strategist Strategists at AKQA make our client’s business their business. Working with account teams and creative & media implementation teams, they are the voice of both the client and the consumer. Drawn from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines, our Strategists develop and apply market insights, data and trends to communicate and...

  • Senior Strategist

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa AKQA Inc Full time

    Senior Strategist Strategists at AKQA make our client’s business their business. Working with account teams and creative & media implementation teams, they are the voice of both the client and the consumer. Drawn from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines, our Strategists develop and apply market insights, data and trends to communicate and...

  • Social Media Strategist

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Cardilogix Full time

    **Job Overview**: **Date Posted**: Posted 27 mins ago- **Location**: Johannesburg, Gauteng- **Job Title**: Social Media Strategist- **Education Level**: Bachelors Degree- **Job Level**: Senior- **Minimum Experience**: 5- 7 Years**Social Media Strategist position available in Johannesburg.**: We are looking for a qualified Social Media Strategist to join a...

  • SEO Strategist

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Cardilogix Full time

    Job Overview:Date Posted: Posted 3 hours ago-Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng-Job Title: SEO Strategist-Salary: R38,000 - R48,000-Education Level: Diploma-Job Level: Intermediate-Minimum Experience: - 5 YearsSEO Strategist position in Johannesburg:A SEO Strategist for leading JHB digital agency. (This is a mid weight role)You will be responsible for...

  • Digital Strategist

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Boomtown Full time

    Seeking a digitally-savvy strategist with zest for South African brands and a collaborative spirit to work with our Digital Business Head. If you excel in devising strategies in tune with client goals, are at the forefront of the digital realm, and have a flair for inspiring others, we're eager to have you on boardEssentials You'll Contribute:Cement strong,...

  • Senior Strategist

    2 months ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa TBWA South Africa Full time

    We're looking for a dynamic individual to take up the role of Senior Strategist and become a pirate on our ship! Minimum of five years experience in a Senior Strategy position with a creative/advertising agency.

  • Integrated Strategist

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Boomtown Full time

    We're seeking: dynamic integrated strategist. Are you an integrated strategist with an edge? Passionate about South African brands and able to champion their positioning? If you're savvy in bridging business goals with strategic solutions, keeping a pulse on South African culture, and always a step ahead, we want you in our vibrant strategy teamWhat you'll...

  • Social Media Strategist

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Cardilogix Full time

    Job Overview:Date Posted: Posted 27 mins ago-Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng-Job Title: Social Media Strategist-Education Level: Bachelors Degree-Job Level: Senior-Minimum Experience: 5- 7 YearsSocial Media Strategist position available in Johannesburg:We are looking for a qualified Social Media Strategist to join a leading advertising agency.Minimum...

  • SEO Strategist

    7 days ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Ogilvy Full time

    Ogilvy One is the Digital arm of Ogilvy South Africa. We are focused on creating impactful relationships by design between our clients and their customers. We help companies drive sustainable growth and customer value through an unmatched understanding of brand and human behaviour while harnessing the power of innovation, design, data, and technology. ...

  • Digital Strategist

    2 months ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Motsepe Advertising Full time

    Motsepe Advertising is seeking a highly experienced digital strategist to join our team. As a key member of our agency, you will be responsible for leading the development and execution of digital strategies for our clients. With a minimum of three years experience in the field, you will bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team. **Your main...

  • Senior Strategist

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Akqa Media Full time

    Strategists at AKQA make our client's business their business. Working with account teams and creative & media implementation teams, they are the voice of both the client and the consumer.Drawn from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines, our Strategists develop and apply market insights, data and trends to communicate and drive innovation and unlock...

  • Social Media Strategist

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Cardilogix Full time

    Social Media Strategist position available in Johannesburg.We are looking for a qualified Social Media Strategist to join a leading advertising agency.Minimum Requirements:Proven work experience of at least 6-8 years as a Social Media StrategistUnderstanding of SEO and web traffic metricsBSc degree in Marketing or relevant fieldDuties and...