What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategy Director position at Thesis?
Reports to: Head of Strategy & Performance
Classification: Exempt, Full Time
WHO WE ARE
We are Thesis. Proudly headquartered in Portland, OR, while serving clients globally for over 20 years. Thesis is a creative agency that drives business success through marketing across technology, strategy and operations.
THE JOB
Thesis Agency is looking for a seasoned Strategy Director to shape the strategic foundation of transformative campaigns and experiences. In this role, you’ll extract insights, define positioning, and craft actionable strategies that align creative vision with business goals. You’ll partner closely with creative teams, technology, and innovation leads to develop flexible frameworks that guide execution across all marketing channels—including advertising, social media, experiential, CRM programs, and content strategies. Your work will inspire impactful campaigns for top consumer brands, ensuring strategy aligns seamlessly with execution.
AS A PERSON, YOU ARE:
A visionary thinker: You have an intimate understanding of external stakeholders and internal business operations, and use this expertise to chart the path forward.
A master of craft. You bring expertise in strategy development while understanding execution across creative, technology, and innovation.
A trusted client partner. You build long-lasting relationships with clients by exceeding expectations and confidently presenting strategic recommendations.
An expert in multidimensional strategy. You create strategies that integrate brand identity, rebranding efforts, experiential design, and content marketing.
A leader and mentor. You inspire, mentor, and develop your team, ensuring they have the support and direction to thrive.
A collaborator. You foster a cross-functional environment, working seamlessly with creative, technology, and innovation teams to push boundaries and explore new approaches.
IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:
Define Strategic Foundations: Lead the research, positioning, and audience insight processes to craft strategies that align with business objectives.
Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with creative, technology, and innovation teams to translate strategy into compelling storytelling and seamless execution.
Develop Flexible Frameworks: Build strategic guidelines that inspire creativity without restricting execution, ensuring work aligns across all channels.
Inspire Client Confidence: Present and advocate for strategies that resonate with clients, ensuring their brand’s goals are met through innovative approaches.
Provide Strategic Oversight: Ensure strategy seamlessly translates across advertising, social, experiential, CRM, and content marketing.
Lead and Develop a Team: Oversee a team of Strategists, providing mentorship, strategic guidance, and professional development opportunities.
Foster Client Partnerships: Build trust with clients by delivering thoughtful, well-researched strategies and confidently advocating for innovative approaches.
Drive Omnichannel Strategy: Develop strategies for large-scale campaigns spanning multiple touchpoints, including digital, retail, and product marketing.
AS FOR EXPERIENCE, YOU NEED:
10 years of experience in a creative agency or similar environment.
5 years in a strategic leadership role with experience working on large consumer brands.
Expertise in omnichannel campaigns and brand strategy.
A proven track record of leading impactful campaigns and securing new business.
Strong presentation and client relationship skills.
Innovative, adaptable, and driven to exceed expectations.
A collaborative mindset, with a passion for mentoring and developing talent.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The following capabilities are required in order to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden on the agency are available to address the following requirements.
Using standard office equipment, computers, and related technology.
Certain activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse.
Bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 25 pounds.
Minimal travel is anticipated for this role.
Thesis operates using a flexible hybrid model, work occurs remotely two days/week and in the office three days/week.
As a proud B-Corp, Thesis prioritizes candidates based in the Portland Metro area to allow for a hybrid working set-up in our beautiful office in NW Portland.
EEO STATEMENT
Workplace equity is not a single checkbox.
It's a vital way of thinking, working, and moving through the world. At Thesis, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. You'll see this in our hiring practices, growth projects, and workplace programs — because our agency, our work, and our society are better when diverse perspectives come together.
Thesis is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Thesis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Thesis Human Resources as HR@Thesis.Agency for more information.
VALUES
Be Lean, Take Action: We believe in thinking big, rolling up our sleeves, and getting the job done. And while we love a good plan, we believe in using process as an engine, not a brake.
Say What You Mean, Mean What You Say: We’re all here to learn, grow, and evolve together, which requires connecting, conflicting, and embracing. Honesty and ideas are welcome; ego is not.
Show Up Fully: We invite you to bring your whole self to work — your perspective, cultural background, lived experiences — while creating room for others’ strengths to complement your own. What makes you remarkable is welcome at Thesis.
ENCOURAGEMENT
Above all, be hungry to learn and grow beyond this job description.
Research shows that women and people of color often only apply for jobs if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We understand experience can manifest in different ways, and we want to hear about it.
We also know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. So, please don’t hesitate to apply. We’d love to hear from you.
