Strategist - Junior

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Stay on top of trends, cultural shifts, and emerging ideas to inspire and inform strategic thinking
• Contribute to the planning and execution of research activities (including but not limited to desktop research, consumer intercepts/ethnography, virtual/in-person interviews, focus groups, etc.) and synthesis, and development of client presentations
• Develop and define client strategies that inform creative and design work across projects
• Conduct benchmarking, competitive analysis, and research to uncover market opportunities and consumer insights
• Translate complex research into actionable recommendations and compelling narratives for clients and internal teams
• Collaborate with clients through workshops, interviews, and ideation sessions to clarify goals and identify opportunities for innovation
• Contribute to naming, copywriting, and storytelling initiatives, including crafting briefs, guiding creative teams, and presenting ideas
• Develop presentations, proposals, and pitches that communicate strategy clearly and persuasively
• Work flexibly across different projects, industries, and mediums, applying both analytical rigor and creative thinking to solve problems

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a design, architecture, business, marketing, anthropology or related field
• 0-4 years of experience in strategy, brand, design, architecture, business or related fields
• Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to extract insights from data, markets, and trends
• Excellent storytelling and writing skills, able to translate insights into clear, compelling narratives
• Curious, creative, and entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to balance structure and process with innovation
• Flexible and adaptable, comfortable working across industries, teams, and project types
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to build trust and communicate ideas, even when challenging perspectives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite; familiarity with research and design thinking methods
• A balanced left- and right-brain thinker: equally comfortable with reasoning, analysis, and creative ideation

Nice to Have

• Experience with research and design thinking methods
• Interest in pursuing opportunities across functions, industries, and geographies

Qualifications

• Educational background in design, architecture, business, marketing, anthropology or related fields
• Experience in strategy, brand, design, architecture, or related fields
• Proficiency in research, analysis, storytelling, and presentation skills

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary estimated between $72.5-85k plus bonuses and benefits
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off
• 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities
• Reimbursement for professional licenses, renewals, exam fees, and tuition for eligible programs
• Professional development programs as strategic investments in future growth
• A work environment that reflects diverse interests, including curated art exhibits, design competitions, and Well-being Week
• Encouragement to lead a healthy and balanced life