Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Game Seven Agency
Job overview
The Director of Brand Strategy at Game Seven Agency leads the development of strategic playbooks, creative platforms, and activation plans for brand partnerships, significantly impacting the agency's partnership-driven projects.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading strategy on key projects, managing and mentoring strategists, collaborating with internal teams and clients, developing strategic proposals for new partnerships, and overseeing the execution of creative and production plans.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $130,000 to $150,000 per year, eligibility for benefits, and a discretionary bonus, with compensation varying based on experience and other factors.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 8+ years in creative/strategy roles, 2-3 years managing direct reports, a portfolio in brand partnerships, strong leadership, proficiency in Google Slides, and excellent communication and pitching skills.
Career development
The role includes opportunities to grow the Brand Strategy specialty within the agency, with potential for more direct reports and involvement in hiring and expertise development.
Work environment and culture
Game Seven Agency values creativity, passion, collaboration, and empathy, fostering a diverse and dynamic team environment with a strong focus on culture and partnership marketing.
Company information
Game Seven Agency is a full-service creative and experiential agency under Excel Sports Management, working with major clients in sport, music, and culture, known for building meaningful brand relationships.
Team overview
The candidate will join a diverse team of creatives, strategists, producers, and other specialists, working closely with Excel Brand Marketing teammates on partnership-driven projects.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines strategic leadership with creative execution in partnership marketing, emphasizing cultural insights, narrative development, and activation plans beyond traditional agency briefs.
Company overview
Game Seven Agency is a creative marketing and brand consultancy specializing in sports, lifestyle, and culture. They collaborate with major brands, athletes, and organizations to craft innovative campaigns, experiences, and storytelling that resonate with diverse audiences. Founded in 2010, the agency has built a reputation for blending strategic insights with cultural relevance to drive engagement and brand growth. Their revenue model centers on providing tailored marketing solutions, including content creation, event production, and digital strategy. Candidates should note their emphasis on authenticity and deep connections within the sports and lifestyle sectors.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize leadership in brand strategy, particularly your experience building strategy playbooks, creative platforms, and activation plans for partnership-driven projects.
Highlight your ability to manage and mentor strategists, showcasing your leadership skills and experience in overseeing strategy teams and delivering polished, high-impact decks.
Apply through multiple channels including Game Seven Agency's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and relevant job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current Brand Strategy team members or related roles at Game Seven Agency on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like complimenting their recent campaigns, asking about the culture of the strategy team, or inquiring about how they approach partnership-based projects.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'brand partnership marketing,' 'strategy playbooks,' 'creative platforms,' 'activation plans,' 'leadership,' and 'Google Slides proficiency' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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