Digital Strategy Director

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Location : Our headquarters are in Stamford, CT, but the location of this position can be flexible. Priority will be given to candidates open to hybrid work (3 days a week in the office) in one of our office locations—Stamford, CT; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Charlotte, NC; or Atlanta, GA. We will also consider a remote-based working arrangement for qualified candidates.

In this role, you will lead the development & execution of digital & social programs for our impressive roster of clients. You will evaluate brand objectives through the lens of digital & social media – determining the best platforms, partnerships, and content solutions to achieve these goals and amplify their sponsorships. You will work collaboratively with internal strategists & creatives to brainstorm ways to amplify brand sponsorships on social – followed by leading all execution & oversight of ongoing campaign measurement.

You will be relied upon as a digital authority at the agency, identifying the trends and strategies that reach specific fanbases. To succeed, you will need equal parts creative and critical thinking, a deep understanding of digital and social measurement, and knowledge of leveraging property and ambassador assets through social media.

THE WORK YOU’LL DO

• Craft savvy recommendations and implement digital campaigns – including (but not limited to) social media, media partnerships, paid media, and digital measurement strategies
• Collaborate with internal Octagon departments or client agency partners to deliver asset recommendations, digital valuations, content strategy, and IP integration opportunities that enhance client investments
• Confidently pitch concepts to clients & partners and develop creative content ideas that ladder up to client objectives
• Measure campaigns and deliver inventive insights to clients on what is working and what can be optimized
• Simultaneously lead multiple projects relying on strong project management and organizational skills
• Assist with digital RFPs and growth opportunities as needed

THE BIGGER TEAM YOU'LL JOIN

Recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work in Sports”, Octagon is the global sports, entertainment, and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. We take pride in being Playmakers – finding insightful, bold ways to create play in our work, our lives, and in the world. We believe in the power of play to create big ideas and unlock potential for our clients and talent. We can put ourselves in the shoes of fans because we ARE fans – of sports, entertainment, and culture at large. This expertise allows us to continually evolve the fan experience across sports and entertainment alongside some of the biggest brands and talent in the world. The world needs play more than ever. Are you a Playmaker?

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The base range for this position is $80,000 – 95,000. 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; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s / applicant’s background pertinent experience, and qualifications

EEO STATEMENT

Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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