About R/GA and the Role
In our 40-year history, we've changed a lot-from a culture-defining film title studio (Superman, Alien, Ghostbusters); to an interactive advertising agency; to an award-winning product and marketing agency with design, technology, communications, ventures and IP practices. We like change, and like to navigate our clients through it too.
Our approach to work is always human first. This unwavering focus helps us create meaningful and memorable experiences that live across digital platforms and often blur the line between the digital and real worlds. We believe disruptive thinking happens when you collide experts in design, technology and culture.
Our Strategists partner closely with creative, media, and tech teams to build impactful, integrated strategic platforms. As thought leaders, they distill complex data and insights into clear, compelling narratives that drive innovation. They identify disruptive opportunities grounded in culture and technology and craft detailed yet simple presentations that move the work forward.
Here's what you should know if you want to be a Strategist at R/GA: Strategists at R/GA bridge creative thinking and technical expertise to help brands break through in a fast-moving digital world. Working with nimble, cross-disciplinary teams, you'll bring bold ideas to life and shape experiences that resonate and endure.
On any given day, you might - Craft compelling narratives that inspire creative teams, influence client decisions, and spark work that earns attention and impact.
- Hunt for unique insights by taking out-of-the-box approaches-leveraging AI tools and new technology to uncover opportunities and streamline your workflow.
- Begin building strong relationships with clients and team members while deepening their knowledge of marketing
- Partner closely with creatives, producers, and technologists to bring bold ideas to life-on time and on brief.
- Work with data analysts to incorporate customer and campaign analytics
- Forecast, report, and optimize data to inform concepts, ideas, and plans
- Take initiative as a self-starter, contributing ideas proactively and collaborating humbly with diverse teams
- Approach challenges with curiosity and resilience, valuing feedback and multiple perspectives to continually learn and grow
The Ideal Person- Has extensive knowledge of and experience with digital, social and interactive environments
- Has experience with campaign strategy, brand marketing, research mining and analysis (4C's)
- Takes out-of-the-box approaches to uncovering unique insights and isn't afraid to leverage AI and emerging tech to work smarter and faster.
- Enjoys collaborating with creative teams to execute strategies for clients
- Has worked with specialized research practices in the past, such as ethnography, usability, etc.
- Understands database and segmentation strategies
- Thrives on being resourceful and resilient, tackling challenges with creativity and grit, adapting quickly when plans change, and turning limitations into opportunities
You bring - 3+ years' strategy experience at an agency and/or working with developing insights, leading cultural trends, and driving big ideas for interactive platforms.
- A proactive approach to solving problems and are unafraid to ask questions, present a clear POV, and defend your work with data.
- An open and inclusive mindset - you're curious and eager to learn from those with different personal and professional experiences.
- A hunger to grow and evolve, paired with a collaborative spirit that lifts others and challenges the team to see brand and culture from fresh, inspired perspectives.
This hire can be based in either NYC or San Francisco. Candidates must be in the NYC or San Francisco area or be willing to relocate before their start date. This position offers a hybrid work model, but regular in-person collaboration is expected.
The hiring range for this position is $76,000 to $85,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's applicable skills, pertinent experience, and qualifications.