Director, Insight & Strategy (Digital Strategy) job in Kansas City

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a digital media specialist to join our team as Director, Insight & Strategy at Global Prairie. We’re seeking a highly motivated professional who has proven success in planning, developing and implementing digital strategy, a specific expertise in social media, and is comfortable leading teams and managing client relationships.

If this sounds like you, we’d love for you to apply for this important leadership role!

WHAT WE’D LIKE TO SEE

Global Prairie is different by design. One part creative agency, one part data analytics shop and one part consulting firm, we deliver deep, innovative thinking – quickly. Because we don’t operate as a traditional agency in terms of process, structure or output, we look for team members with an entrepreneurial spirit who embrace innovation and are comfortable working with best-in-class leaders.

Everyone at Global Prairie shares the following characteristics:

• Collaborative
• Optimistic
• Resilient
• Flexible
• Curious
• Community-minded and philanthropic

Strong candidates for this specific role will demonstrate:

• Passion for digital and social media
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Innovative thinking and creative problem solving
• Ability to manage projects, and manage cross-functional teams
• Growth-minded

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS

As a senior member of the Client Partnership team at Global Prairie, this individual will be responsible for a variety of social media and integrated marketing tasks, such as:

• Leading projects from kick off to completion as part of a high-functioning, multidisciplinary team
• Serving as a trusted main point of contact for our clients, leading day-to-day communication and deliverables delivery
• Leading the development of the overarching strategy from a social media and digital perspective as a part of the greater strategy
• Overseeing the overall development of ongoing digital (and social media specific) campaign reporting and performance data, shaping strategic recommendations against campaign goals and objectives
• Overseeing the development of new project proposals and estimates, in partnership with project management
• Managing timelines and budgets in partnership with project management team, and overseeing client billing in partnership with finance team
• Helping to identify new opportunities for business growth, including partnership with integrated teams to build new business proposals

Additionally, the ideal candidate must meet these qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Communications or similar preferred
• 10+ years of experience in communications, journalism, digital marketing, consulting, or similar positions
• Demonstration of success planning, managing and executing integrated marketing programs
• Strong understanding of the latest trends and technical implementation techniques in social media marketing
• Effective communication skills – long form written, informal spoken, and formal presentation style
• Proficient in Microsoft office
• Familiarity with digital tools, including: monitoring (Brandwatch), influencer (Buzzsumo), social media management system (Hootsuite) and email marketing (Exact Target) a plus

WHAT GLOBAL PRAIRIE OFFERS

We are a purpose-driven marketing firm founded on the belief that business should be a force for good. We’re passionate about driving breakthrough results for organizations that make the world a better place. And it’s not just the work we do – but how we work – that creates our impact. As a Public Benefit Corporation and certified Benefit Corporation (B-Corp), we meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency.

We are a team of smart, driven individuals who partner with our clients to create positive change. Our shared commitment to making the world a better place unites us. In addition, we recognize and celebrate our individual strengths and contributions.

Our culture is best-in-class. With generous, industry-leading benefits, supportive and progressive employee programs, collaborative office environments, and top percentile compensation packages, the culture at Global Prairie is unparalleled. And as an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), we operate as a 100% employee-owned company.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK CONDITIONS

The physical activity required of this position includes standing, walking, lifting, pulling, pushing, kneeling, reaching, stooping, talking, hearing and use of repetitive motion. Light work is required of this position, occasionally lifting or moving objects between 10-20 pounds. The visual acuity of this position requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle. This position will not be substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Important Note: Global Prairie's Talent Management Department is based in our Kansas City, MO office, which is why you see Missouri listed as the location for this form; however, please be sure to select your office location preference below.

Creativity, great ideas and lasting impact come from diverse teams. Global Prairie is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.