Dentsu
SeniorStrategist
“Senior Strategist at Dentsu. Skills: Cultural Strategy, Brand Strategy, AI Tools, Saudi Culture. Develop strategic frameworks. Develop communication platforms”
Industry & Context.
Synthesize information faster; Identify patterns; Explore emerging behaviors and trends; Synthesize market data; Explore behavioral patterns; Strategic exploration
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
7–10 years of strategy or planning experience within an agency or consultancy environment, experience working on Saudi-based brands and campaigns, Deep understanding of Saudi culture, social behavior, and consumer trends, Experience across brand, digital, social, and integrated communications, Naturally curious about culture, people, and behavioral shifts, strategic thinker with clear storytelling ability, Confident presenting to senior clients and leadership teams, Collaborative and proactive under pressure, Deeply connected to Saudi culture, with awareness of regional nuances and sensitivities
Nice to Have
Arabic speaking is highly preferred
What You'll Do.
Develop strategic frameworks
Develop communication platforms
Translate consumer insight
Translate cultural understanding
Lead audience research
Lead competitive audits
Identify shifts in Saudi culture
Identify shifts in entertainment
Identify shifts in social behavior
Identify shifts in digital consumption
Build strategic narratives
Work closely with Creative Directors
Work closely with Art Directors
Work closely with Designers
Work closely with Copywriters
Shape campaign territories
Shape messaging platforms
Shape brand storytelling
Ensure work is culturally grounded
Ensure work is relevant
Contribute to pitches
Contribute to workshops
Contribute to client presentations
Use AI tools for research
Use AI tools for synthesis
Use AI tools for data
Use AI tools for patterns
Leverage AI tools for forecasting
Leverage AI tools for mapping
Leverage AI tools for exploration
Integrate emerging technologies
Present strategic thinking
Mentor junior strategists
Mentor junior planners
Turn complex information into insights
Maintain strategic rigor
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with Creative Directors, Art Directors, Designers, and Copywriters throughout campaign development; Collaborative and proactive under pressure
Communication Scope
Clear storytelling ability; Present strategic thinking confidently to senior stakeholders and clients; Turn complex information into clear, inspiring, and actionable insights
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