Brand Strategist
WHO WE ARE
ONA is a purpose-driven brand strategy and creative agency based in Los Angeles. We are passionate about social change, especially as it pertains to women's rights. We believe in sports as a conduit to the growth of human potential. We believe that social good isn't just a gimmick but a corporate responsibility. And we believe that exceptional people make exceptional work.
Find us on IG: @onacreative
WHO YOU ARE
You are passionately curious, continually seeking new ways to learn and improve. You thrive in a fast-paced environment with quick turnaround times and adapt quickly. You love doing meaningful work and can wear multiple hats. You understand the difference between good and excellent work lies in the details. Proven track record of driving compelling creative output, developing sharp, focused briefs for different needs and across channels while collaborating with creatives to get it done.
THE ROLE
ONA is seeking a passionate and provocative Brand Strategist to bring stories to life. You are an empathetic and intuitive human who has an excellent grasp of culture and the world at large. Big ideas both scare and excite you. And you have the courage and foresight to create meaningful, culture-defining work.
WHAT YOU'D DO
Be the voice for the brand, leading the development of breakthrough creative work for clients, ensuring they are brilliant expressions of the strategy
Articulate complex ideas in a concise yet compelling way
Research the market to identify new opportunities for our clients
Develop big-picture strategies and marketing plans that align with a brand's goals and objectives
Constantly obsess new problems for a client's brand to solve
Build a relationship with clients that is positive and productive
Challenge clients' assumptions - Lead debates around the client's business strategy, digital strategy, and communications strategy
Have an intuition to know when to push a client to go out of their comfort zone
Obsessed with your client's audience(s) and have a keen understanding of what makes them tick
Craft engaging campaigns highlighting the story and benefits of a brand to engage their consumers
Develop observations into provocative, surprising insights
Create decks, develop compelling copy and detailed strategy documents that can clearly explain the reasoning behind strategic decisions, showing the client why this strategy will achieve their desired results
Follow and predict trends to develop strategies that succeed in a changing marketplace and anticipate shifting customer profiles
Lead strategy on a new business pitch from start to finish, including pitch meetings
Lead client meetings
Lead creative team to develop ideas that help move the needle forward for our clients
Conduct research, analyze data, and shape the brand narrative
Brief in creatives and help brainstorm creative ideas and then bring them to life
Set specific marketing goals that align with the overall direction and business goals
WHAT YOU BRING
Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills, knowing how to own the room, with articulate, concise delivery.
Leadership skills
Can simultaneously see the big picture and the details
Creative and compelling storyteller
Attention to detail
Independent proactivity
Strong work ethic
Analytical and problem-solving mindset
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Highly collaborative mindset
Foundational understanding of digital marketing
Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously from beginning to end
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience w/ portfolio.
4+ years work experience with 1+ years in Brand Strategy work
We are a small team with big aspirations. Job descriptions outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope. However, we expect that each team member will work outside of their specialty to get the necessary work done and ensure the team's success. Each team member should feel comfortable wearing multiple hats and never utter, 'that's not my job.' We are most interested in hiring people with hearts and smarts. Strategic thinkers with a passion for the types of businesses we work with. We're open to a range of experiences as long as you can tell the story of how those skills connect to our work.
OUR CULTURE
We live "Above the Line." If you can commit to these principles, you're the type of person who will be successful and help our company thrive:
Passion: You inspire others with your thirst for excellence.
Accountability See It, own it, solve it, do it.
Curiosity: You learn quickly and eagerly.
Generosity: What have I done to help my teammates today?
Respect for others and their feelings.
Judgment: You will make wise decisions (people, business, and creative) despite ambiguity.
Impact: You accomplish amazing amounts of important work.
Honesty: You say what you think even if it is controversial.
Personal Ownership: Become part of the solution.
Effectiveness: You get work done quickly and skillfully, especially under deadlines.
WHAT YOU GET
Remote Work (9am-6pm PST hours)
Initiative
Flexibility
Ownership
Responsibility
Team
Purpose
* No relocation package offered.
Job Type: Full-time
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
WHAT WE WILL ASK TO SEE
To apply please send the following to info@onacreative.com
Resume + references (client references a strong positive)
Portfolio of work, if applicable
Salary Requirements