dentsu is hiring: Associate, Creative Strategist in New York

Associate Creative Strategist

Join dentsu’s MKTG Sports and Entertainment team to develop bold narratives at the intersection of sports, culture, and brand storytelling.

About You

2‑4 years in creative strategy, creative writing, or marketing. Strong research, data storytelling, and cultural insight. Passion for sports and experience in sports sponsorships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage brief briefs, file organization, and internal communication.
• Support new business with storytelling, presentations, and pitch materials.
• Assist department admin for the Head of Creative Strategy, including revenue tracking and project management.
• Develop narratives and messaging that scale across campaigns, channels, and activations.
• Build brand strategies for voice, tone, and creative applications to ensure consistency.
• Collaborate in brainstorms and concept development with imaginative, strategic ideas.
• Translate cultural trends into insights that shape brand communication at the intersection of sports, culture, and creativity.

Qualifications

• Ensure accuracy in processes and grammar.
• Stay on top of trends, communities, and brand campaigns.
• Turn complex ideas into clear, engaging copy.
• Research and summarize data into compelling insights.
• Lead calls and emails to keep projects moving.

Benefits

Annual salary range: $51,000 – $83,375.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• 401k
• Flexible paid time off
• At least 15 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick and safe leave
• Paid parental leave

Location

New York, NY (hybrid remote/in‑office).

About MKTG Sports and Entertainment

MKTG S+E is a global agency that harnesses the power of sports and entertainment for brands.

EEO Statement

Dentsu is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do this without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, political affiliation, religious practices and observances, citizenship status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Dentsu is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.