Specialist, Strategy & Analytics - Military veterans preferred

Job Description Job Description Influential is a key leader in the Influencer Marketing space (and the LARGEST influencer marketing company in the world, by revenue). Trusted by over 60% of the Fortune 500, we connect our clients with a network of over 3 Million social media influencers. We are looking for team members who are thrilled by the idea of playing an active role in shaping how companies engage with customers through TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, & more. Our team is built of people from across the country who have already moved the needle in social media, influencer marketing, and various sectors of technology. Ready to join us? What we offer: Remote company - work from home Competitive compensation Unlimited PTO with inclusive holiday benefits 100% company paid medical, dental & vision insurance for employees Equity options for all employees Fully vested 401(k) matching Stipends for phone & wifi, health & wellness, and more An awesome collaborative work culture, a diverse team, and more Influential, is looking for a Specialist, Strategy & Analytics to drive the planning and execution of our campaigns with a focus on delivering a best-in-class campaign strategy. This role is responsible for identifying and driving account growth opportunities while fostering innovation that delivers on our clients' business goals. This role works with one of the largest brand portfolios at Influential and will be responsible for delivering on quick turn campaigns in a variety of verticals, including CPG, automotive, finance, pharmaceutical, and more. The right candidate will have an entrepreneurial mindset and highly collaborative working style; they will be a strong brand marketer and creative storyteller, with experience developing and executing impactful integrated campaigns that drive both brand awareness and direct customer response. Leading with consumer centric thinking and innovative brand building, this individual will be an expert in the digital space, and bring strength in team management, team development, cross functional collaboration, creative and strategic thinking, process development and execution. In general, on a typical day you will: Partner with Creative, Revenue, and Client Solutions leads to develop insight-driven strategies for a portfolio of accounts focused on driving new business and scaling existing accounts Provide a sound business justification for investments in influencer marketing based on market trends, audience insights, past campaign data, and experience Drive the strategic direction for accounts by working directly with client and account team focusing on audience targeting, creative, and media distribution Answer client objectives by leveraging a deep understanding of the marketing funnel Ensure media plan, messaging and measurement approach aligns with the brand strategy, narrative and client's business goals Present/pitch the strategic approach and associated media strategy to the client along with Revenue and Client Solutions with the goal of aligning the client's KPIs to achieve successful business outcomes Work with the account team to interpret and present campaign data, providing recommended adjustments and optimizations leading to improved performance and account success Develop a strategic roadmap for each account with buy-in from the Revenue lead, Client Solutions and execution leads that outlines short and long term strategies with tactical plans for driving business growth Leads the campaign recap process by translating campaign data into actionable insights and future optimizations across audience targeting, creative, planning, and media Being a Strategy and Analytics Specialist requires: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience 3 years agency experience in media buying/planning, omni-channel marketing, or previous strategy roles Deep understanding of end to end influencer campaigns, including creative strategy, creator frameworks, and measurement strategies Experience working closely with Creative teams to lead data driven campaign concepts Forward-thinking with a balance of strong analytical skills and creative thinking. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (i.e. spreadsheet formatting, pivot tables, vlookups) and Google Suite Expertise in media planning / syndicated research tools such as YouGov, GWI, Helixa, and Simmons Experience constructing Boolean queries and using social listening tools (i.e. Netbase, Brandwatch, Infegy, etc.) to analyze mentions, sentiment, consumer cohorts, and trends Experience with survey design and quantitative survey analysis for audience segmentation and insights Knowledge of leveraging social content data and providing actionable insights and recommendations on content strategies driven by culture A highly collaborative team leader with a proven track record in effectively managing their own workload and proactively communicating with key stakeholders Strategic thinker with a proactive, positive attitude and strong work ethic, who enjoys a fast-paced environment. A customer-centric, analytical and ROI based approach to all decision making. Demonstrated success in leveraging data and insights to inform business decisions and achieve broad buy-in of strategic initiatives. Proven ability to successfully work with and guide senior-level clients and internal portfolio teams Self-motivated and driven, enthusiastic about the digital space and multi-channel marketing Strong presentation skills and the ability to articulate and apply strategic thinking Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to interact professionally with external and internal clients Knowledgeable of all major social platforms including Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube Stay up to date on the latest trends and innovations in the social realm Thrives within a dynamic and evolving environment, competent at generating process and structure where none exists Bonus points if: Experience at an integrated marketing organization or creative agency You're passionate about social media and/or influencer marketing Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 (dependent on candidate's related work experience, subject matter expertise, and work location) About Influential Influential is an AI-powered technology and is the largest influencer marketing company in the world, by revenue. Leveraging a network of over 3 Million social media influencers, Influential's platform powers seamless talent discovery, comprehensive brand safety, content creation, media, and measurement. Through strategic partnerships with first and third-party data providers, Influential enables exclusive targeting and measurement solutions, including both online and offline attribution, such as sales lift, TV tune-in lift, foot traffic, and eComm sales. Influential works with Fortune 500 brands, including McDonald's, NBA, General Mills, Ford, and every major studio. With offices in Los Angeles, NYC, and Las Vegas, Influential is a developer partner of IBM Watson, a strategic partner of WME and Oracle, and a Facebook and Instagram Marketing Partner. (www.influential.co) Influential is an equal opportunity employer. Privacy Notice for California Job Applicants