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Future plc

Senior Strategist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100 - $120/hr

Description As a Senior Strategist, you will lead the strategic development of custom integrated ... Translate audience insights and cultural trends into innovative, insight-based marketing solutions.

Future Publishing

Senior Strategist

New York, NY · Hybrid

Description As a Senior Strategist, you will lead the strategic development of custom integrated ... Translate audience insights and cultural trends into innovative, insight-based marketing solutions.

Future Publishing

Senior Strategist

New York, NY · Hybrid

Description As a Senior Strategist, you will lead the strategic development of custom integrated ... Translate audience insights and cultural trends into innovative, insight-based marketing solutions.

Future Publishing

Senior Strategist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100 - $120/hr

Description As a Senior Strategist, you will lead the strategic development of custom integrated ... Translate audience insights and cultural trends into innovative, insight‑based marketing ...

Future-Publishing

Senior Strategist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$100 - $120/hr

Description As a Senior Strategist, you will lead the strategic development of custom integrated ... Translate audience insights and cultural trends into innovative, insight‑based marketing ...

Future Publishing

Senior Strategist

New York, NY · Hybrid

Description As a Senior Strategist, you will lead the strategic development of custom integrated ... Translate audience insights and cultural trends into innovative, insight-based marketing solutions.

BarkleyOKRP

Senior Strategist

Chicago, IL · On-site

The Senior Strategist is the daily voice and frontline, presenting day-to-day deliverables to the ... pulse of culture. Responsibilities: * Briefing and collaborating with teams throughout entire ...

VML

Senior Strategist

Chicago, IL · On-site

Job Summary: The Senior Strategist is a key member of the VML Brand Strategy team, playing a ... Comfort making a Strategic recommendation and defending it with data and cultural evidence * Awards ...

VML South Africa

Senior Strategist

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$60 - $140/hr

Job Summary: The Senior Strategist is a key member of the VML Brand Strategy team, playing a ... Comfort making a Strategic recommendation and defending it with data and cultural evidence * Awards ...

twentysix

Senior Strategist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60 - $140/hr

Job Summary: The Senior Strategist is a key member of the VML Brand Strategy team, playing a ... Comfort making a Strategic recommendation and defending it with data and cultural evidence * Awards ...

VML

Senior Strategist

Kansas City, MO · On-site

Job Summary: The Senior Strategist is a key member of the VML Brand Strategy team, playing a ... Comfort making a Strategic recommendation and defending it with data and cultural evidence * Awards ...

Omnicom

Senior Strategist

New York, NY · Hybrid

Strategy Senior Strategist As a Senior Strategist, you'll play a leading role in shaping how some ... cultural trends, business disruptions, and technological innovations that shape industry and ...

M Booth

Assistant Influencer Strategist

New York, NY

$132K - $171K/yr

Dissect client business objectives/goals and work with senior team members to craft culture strategies - with influencer at the heart - that achieve those goals in a disruptive fashion * Manage ...

Omnicom

Senior Strategist

New York, NY · On-site

Strategy Senior Strategist As a Senior Strategist, you'll play a leading role in shaping how some ... cultural trends, business disruptions, and technological innovations that shape industry and ...

Cheil

Senior Social Strategist

Plano, TX · On-site

$90 - $170/hr

Senior Social Strategist Location: Plano, TX Job Id: 959 # of Openings: 1 Cheil USA/Dallas/Strategy ... Translate audience insights, cultural trends, competitive analysis, and research into actionable ...

M Booth

Assistant Influencer Strategist

New York, NY · On-site

$132K - $171K/yr

Dissect client business objectives/goals and work with senior team members to craft culture strategies - with influencer at the heart - that achieve those goals in a disruptive fashion * Manage ...

Every Man Jack

Brand Strategist

Mill Valley, CA · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Integrated Marketing, you will sit at the intersection of consumer insight, cultural intelligence, and cross-channel strategy. You will help lead how we ideate ...

Every Man Jack

Brand Strategist

Mill Valley, CA · On-site

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Integrated Marketing, you will sit at the intersection of consumer insight, cultural intelligence, and cross-channel strategy. You will help lead how we ideate ...

Every Man Jack

Brand Strategist

Mill Valley, CA · On-site

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Integrated Marketing, you will sit at the intersection of consumer insight, cultural intelligence, and cross-channel strategy. You will help lead how we ideate ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior cultural strategist in the United States is $102,447.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior cultural strategist?

A Senior Cultural Strategist is a professional who analyzes cultural trends, consumer behaviors, and societal shifts to inform marketing, branding, and communication strategies for organizations. They work to ensure that campaigns and messaging resonate authentically with diverse audiences and are sensitive to cultural nuances. Their role often involves research, collaboration with creative teams, and advising leadership on cultural opportunities and risks. Senior Cultural Strategists help brands stay relevant and impactful in an ever-changing cultural landscape.

How does a senior cultural strategist typically collaborate with cross-functional teams within an organization?

A Senior Cultural Strategist often works closely with departments such as marketing, product development, and human resources to align cultural insights with company goals. They facilitate workshops, provide cultural briefings, and actively participate in campaign planning sessions to ensure messaging and initiatives are culturally relevant and resonant. Regular collaboration with creative teams and data analysts is also common, as they translate research findings into actionable strategies that drive brand growth and inclusivity across projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior cultural strategist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Cultural Strategist, you need expertise in cultural analysis, trend forecasting, and strategic planning, often supported by a background in anthropology, marketing, or social sciences. Familiarity with research tools, data analytics platforms, and presentation software is typically required. Exceptional communication, creativity, and cross-cultural sensitivity are crucial soft skills that set standout professionals apart. These skills and qualities enable the strategist to create impactful, culturally resonant campaigns that drive brand relevance and business growth.

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Senior Strategist

Future plc

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$100 - $120/hr

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Job description

Who We Are

We're Future, a global leader in specialist media. Our people bring our trusted brands to life, helping millions of people discover expert content that informs, inspires, and drives action. As a pioneering multiplatform media powerhouse, we provide expert content and technology that build valuable communities across all channels.

Description

As a Senior Strategist, you will lead the strategic development of custom integrated marketing proposals for some of the world's leading brands, partnering closely with sales, creative, editorial, video, and production teams to build insight-driven, commercially compelling programs across Future's portfolio.

You’ll operate across a diverse range of categories—including retail, fashion, and technology—bringing together audience insights, editorial authority, cultural trends, and client objectives to develop innovative cross-platform marketing solutions. Beyond responding to briefs, you’ll help shape scalable franchises, go-to-market narratives, and commercial opportunities that drive growth for both advertisers and Future.

What You'll Do

You will report into the AVP, Creative Strategy

  • Lead the strategic development of custom client proposals and proactive opportunities across our portfolio of brands and verticals.
  • Own the pre-sale process from end to end, partnering with cross-functional leads to guide brainstorms, RFP development, deck creation, proposal refinement, and client pitches.
  • Translate audience insights and cultural trends into innovative, insight-based marketing solutions.
  • Build strategic commercial packages spanning video, social media, creator campaigns, newsletter, experiential activations, audio and emerging platforms.
  • Shape go-to-market narratives and tentpole opportunities to strengthen marketplace differentiation.
  • Bring experience within commerce-driven categories and a strong understanding of how audiences shop, discover products, and engage with brands across platforms.
  • Develop integrated 360 opportunities with platform-native storytelling that seamlessly blends client objectives with editorial brand DNA.
What You’ll Bring
  • 6+ years of experience in integrated marketing, branded content strategy, media, advertising, or creative strategy
  • Experience developing strategic marketing programs across multiple consumer categories
  • Proven ability to craft compelling pre-sale proposals combining insights, strategy, and commercial thinking
  • Strong knowledge of digital, social, video, creator, experiential, and commerce marketing ecosystems
  • Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Team-oriented mindset with a track record of shaping strategic narratives for senior stakeholders
  • Familiarity with audience development, content monetization, and shaping recurring content formats
  • Excellent storytelling, presentation, and communication skills.
  • Experience developing social-first and video-first branded content.
  • Strong understanding of platform-native storytelling across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and emerging media.
What We Offer
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401k plus a company match
  • Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
  • When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
  • Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
  • Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programs
  • Opportunity to purchase shares in Future with our Share Incentive Plan

The expected range for this role is $100,000 - $120,000.

This is a hybrid role, working two days from the New York office.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity is central to who we are. We believe different perspectives spark new ideas, fuel creativity, and drive innovation. That's why we're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

We're dedicated to fair and inclusive hiring practices and welcome talent from all backgrounds, because diverse teams build stronger futures.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments.

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