Are you passionate about creating content that stands out in today’s crowded social media feeds? Are you obsessed with social storytelling, user-centered creative thinking, and how to create the greatest impact for your clients?
If you’re looking for an exciting career opportunity in digital marketing and advertising, working with a fast-growing company servicing some of today’s top brands (with clientele ranging from ESPN and Disney to Simplehuman and Celebrity Charity Campaigns) then Monkedia is the place for you.
We are looking for a data-driven Creative Strategist who is able to take an idea from the concept stage and carry it all the way through the creative process. As a Creative Strategist, you will work with a team of creatives and other departments to develop strategic campaign content that achieves client goals.
The individual best suited for this role is one with a strong marketing background, a high attention to detail, a tremendous amount of personal drive, compelling writing skills, and an eye for what people respond to on digital platforms. You will need to know the difference between a creative and tactical idea and be able to develop and execute content that best serves a client’s needs.
Skills and Requirements:
- 3+ years of marketing/advertising experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Advertising, Marketing, Communication or equivalent work experience in a related field
- Ability to develop and execute creative concepts based on client goals and objectives
- Extreme attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- A strong understanding of industry best practices and expertise in social content creation and digital marketing
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple clients and projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to present and justify creative ideas and concepts
- Knowledge of the marketplace and industries our clients operate in, creative strategy, and the competitive landscape
- A passion for big-idea thinking and telling stories - while understanding the nuances of the social media space
- A strong knowledge and history working in the field, with expertise in the following areas—social content creation, user-centered creative thinking, digital marketing, and and understanding drive towards learning all things emerging tech and media to keep us on our game
- Proficiency with all social media platforms and writing for each medium
- Assist in developing company wide creative processes; including high priority brainstorms, emerging social opportunities, and innovating on campaign work
- ZERO ego. This is a collaborative work environment and that needs to be recognized and respected
Why Monkedia?
At Monkedia we believe people are the greatest part of our business, that’s why we’re invested in finding driven, passionate, and charismatic individuals to become a part of our team.
Perks:
- Voted 2018 Best and Brightest to work for!
- Our Las Colinas Office is conveniently located and easily accessible from several major highways
- Tons of great restaurants and retail close by!
- Monthly company and team events/outings like on-site laser tag tournaments, Christmas light shows, “company” casino night, and more!
- Office happy hours, GoldenTee, Ping-Pong, Mario Kart, and more on-site!
- Smart casual dress code - jeans and flannels welcome
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability insurance plans
- Paid vacation days
- 9 paid holidays
This position is based in our Las Colinas office. This is your chance to build your career with our collaborative and engaging team as part of a fast-growing, creative company leading initiatives in social media advertising. We need brains, ambition, and passion to continue helping connect all kinds of products and services with customers all over the globe.
At Monkedia, we care less about your badges of honor and more about who you are and what you’ve accomplished. We are a positive opportunity employer and give opportunities less on the school you graduated from and more on what you’ve done as a well-rounded human-being. When applying be sure to send us YOU, not just your accolades. And, if you’re paying attention, be sure to include your favorite company or celebrity you follow on social media in your cover letter!