• Proposal & RFP Leadership: Independently lead RFI/RFP development for major opportunities, owning the narrative, structure, and strategic rationale with greater autonomy than Strategy Managers. • Growth & Client Strategy Partnership: Serve as a key strategic resource for Growth and designated accounts, developing proactive recommendations that support client objectives, retention, and new business growth. • Industry Research & Thought Leadership: Conduct comprehensive industry, audience, category, and market research to inform strategic decisions, internal POVs, capabilities decks, and client-facing materials. • Operational Contribution: Help improve strategy workflows, reusable materials, templates, and AI-enabled processes that enhance Strategy and Planning team efficiency. • Presentation & Stakeholder Support: Develop and present strategic recommendations for client pitches, QBRs, and priority requests in partnership with Strategy, Planning, Growth, and Client Services. • 5–8 years of experience in media, advertising, strategy, planning, programmatic, or a related field. • Demonstrated ability to independently lead RFP/RFI development and manage complex strategic projects with minimal oversight. • Strong understanding of digital media, programmatic advertising, audience strategy, and omnichannel campaign planning. • Excellent research, analytical, and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate data and insights into compelling strategic narratives. • Proficiency in PowerPoint and/or Google Slides, with a high standard for quality and presentation design. • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. • Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across Strategy, Planning, Growth, and Client Services. • Strong fluency with AI tools as part of the strategy workflow, with curiosity around light vibe coding, custom assistants, automation-building, and low-code/no-code tools as a plus.