Entry Level Lead Strategist Jobs
New grad lead strategist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site and remote roles across Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Investment & Asset Management, with employers like TikTok, Power Digital Marketing, and 24 Seven Talent hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Global Brand & Creative Strategist Contract: 3–6 Months | Los Angeles Preferred Ideal candidates are flexible with occasional in-person days in Culver City.
COMPENSATION
- $80-100/hr (w2, eligible for benefits)
ROLE OVERVIEW
We’re seeking an experienced Global Brand & Creative Strategist to support the development and launch of a major global campaign for a leading entertainment brand. Working directly with the Global Brand Creative Teams, this individual will partner with internal creative teams to shape campaign strategy, guide creative development, and drive alignment across international markets. This is a hands-on strategic role, not simply a brief-writing position. The ideal candidate can operate autonomously, influence creative direction, develop integrated campaign architecture, lead communications planning, and guide multiple rounds of creative pre-testing.
Global campaign experience is essential. Social strategy experience and an understanding of how to engage older Gen Z audiences are also important.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Partner with senior brand and creative leadership to develop and shape global brand and creative strategy.
- Develop integrated campaign architecture and communications plans across international markets, audiences, and channels.
- Work autonomously with internal creative teams to guide creative direction and translate strategic objectives into compelling campaign concepts.
- Lead involvement in multiple rounds of creative pre-testing, partnering with Consumer Insights to translate findings into actionable recommendations.
- Apply consumer research, cultural trends, and audience insights to strengthen creative effectiveness and brand relevance.
- Collaborate across Brand, Creative, Marketing, Media, Production, and regional teams to ensure global alignment and local market relevance.
- Help maintain a consistent global brand voice while identifying opportunities to engage evolving audiences, particularly older Gen Z.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong background in global brand strategy, creative strategy, or integrated campaign development.
- Proven experience developing and activating multi-market global campaigns.
- Demonstrated ability to shape creative work and influence creative direction, beyond brief writing.
- Experience with campaign architecture, integrated communications planning, and creative pre-testing.
- Strong understanding of consumer insights, audience research, and social strategy.
- Agency experience at a craft-driven creative shop.
- International market experience, particularly Germany and/or Australia, is a plus.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
ENGAGEMENT
3–6 months
INTRODUCTION
Global Brand & Creative Strategist Contract: 3–6 Months | Los Angeles Preferred Ideal candidates are flexible with occasional in-person days in Culver City.
COMPENSATION
- $80-100/hr (w2, eligible for benefits)
ROLE OVERVIEW
We’re seeking an experienced Global Brand & Creative Strategist to support the development and launch of a major global campaign for a leading entertainment brand. Working directly with the Global Brand Creative Teams, this individual will partner with internal creative teams to shape campaign strategy, guide creative development, and drive alignment across international markets. This is a hands-on strategic role, not simply a brief-writing position. The ideal candidate can operate autonomously, influence creative direction, develop integrated campaign architecture, lead communications planning, and guide multiple rounds of creative pre-testing.
Global campaign experience is essential. Social strategy experience and an understanding of how to engage older Gen Z audiences are also important.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Partner with senior brand and creative leadership to develop and shape global brand and creative strategy.
- Develop integrated campaign architecture and communications plans across international markets, audiences, and channels.
- Work autonomously with internal creative teams to guide creative direction and translate strategic objectives into compelling campaign concepts.
- Lead involvement in multiple rounds of creative pre-testing, partnering with Consumer Insights to translate findings into actionable recommendations.
- Apply consumer research, cultural trends, and audience insights to strengthen creative effectiveness and brand relevance.
- Collaborate across Brand, Creative, Marketing, Media, Production, and regional teams to ensure global alignment and local market relevance.
- Help maintain a consistent global brand voice while identifying opportunities to engage evolving audiences, particularly older Gen Z.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong background in global brand strategy, creative strategy, or integrated campaign development.
- Proven experience developing and activating multi-market global campaigns.
- Demonstrated ability to shape creative work and influence creative direction, beyond brief writing.
- Experience with campaign architecture, integrated communications planning, and creative pre-testing.
- Strong understanding of consumer insights, audience research, and social strategy.
- Agency experience at a craft-driven creative shop.
- International market experience, particularly Germany and/or Australia, is a plus.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
ENGAGEMENT
3–6 months
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Entry Level Lead Strategist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level lead strategist job?
Entry level lead strategist roles reward candidates who can show strategic thinking through real work, even if that work came from internships, class projects, or freelance engagements. Employers at this level look for comfort with data, clear written communication, and evidence you can build or execute a plan. A focused portfolio that shows one or two finished strategies from start to result will consistently outperform a resume that lists responsibilities without outcomes.
Which companies hire entry level lead strategists?
Companies hiring entry level lead strategists right now include TikTok, Power Digital Marketing, and 24 Seven Talent, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from growth-stage companies, marketing agencies, and larger organizations building out their strategy functions with junior talent they can develop from the ground up.
Are there remote entry level lead strategist jobs?
Yes, though remote availability varies by employer and industry. About 42% of entry level lead strategist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, giving new candidates real flexibility when searching. Many teams prefer hybrid arrangements at the entry level so junior strategists can get in-person mentorship while still working from home part of the week.
Are these new grad lead strategist jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior lead strategist roles alongside other entry level openings. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or project work in place of full-time history, or calls out a portfolio rather than a minimum tenure. If a listing uses words like junior or associate and does not require prior employment, it is typically open to new grad applicants.
Which industries hire the most entry level lead strategists?
Entry Level lead strategist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Investment & Asset Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive entry level hiring because they run ongoing campaigns, product launches, or client accounts that require dedicated strategic support, creating consistent demand for junior talent who can grow into more senior roles over time.