Executive Director, Brand Marketing

Starz

$175K — $195K *
Media
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in brand marketing or strategy within entertainment or media.
  • Experience in developing and executing integrated, multi-platform campaigns.
  • Thorough understanding of brand positioning and cohesive campaign building.
  • Proven track record in cross-functional collaboration within fast-paced environments.
  • Experience with brand activations and cultural marketing that drive engagement.
  • Strong leadership skills with a history of team development.
  • Excellent communication skills for influencing senior stakeholders.
  • Budget management and performance measurement experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead brand strategy development and consumer initiatives for the STARZ ecosystem.
  • Conceptualize and execute innovative brand campaigns that resonate with audiences.
  • Translate strategy into actionable frameworks and creative direction for teams.
  • Evolve STARZ's brand voice and identity across all marketing touchpoints.
  • Collaborate with multiple departments for a cohesive brand expression.
  • Direct brand activations and events to enhance visibility and relevance.
  • Integrate brand identity within title marketing for stronger presence across campaigns.
  • Oversee internal brand initiatives to foster understanding and alignment across the organization.
  • Monitor brand campaign performance and cultural impact to inform strategy.
  • Manage and optimize brand marketing budgets for maximum impact.
  • Mentor the brand team to cultivate creativity and excellence.

Benefits

  • Full Coverage - Medical, Vision, and Dental
  • Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase
  • Work/Life Balance - generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and wellness days
  • 401(k) company matching
  • Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)
Full Job Description
Job Description
The Executive Director, Brand Marketing is responsible for conceptualizing and driving the execution of high-impact brand initiatives and campaigns. This role ensures that STARZ's brand voice, positioning, and creative expression are distinct, cohesive, and consistently elevated across all touchpoints.

This is a highly cross-functional role that sits at the intersection of strategy and execution - partnering across the organization to bring brand initiatives to market in ways that drive both cultural impact and business results.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Lead development of brand strategy and consumer-facing initiatives across the STARZ ecosystem.
  • Conceptualize and lead breakthrough brand campaigns that clearly articulate positioning and resonate deeply with target audiences.
  • Translate brand strategy into actionable frameworks, briefs, and creative direction that guide cross-functional teams and external partners.
  • Uphold and evolve STARZ's brand voice, messaging, and visual identity across all marketing and brand touchpoints.
  • Partner seamlessly with Creative, Series & Digital Marketing, Media, Distribution, Publicity, Programming, and Product to ensure cohesive and amplified brand expression across series, film, and multi-title campaigns.
  • Lead the strategy and execution of brand activations and experiential initiatives (e.g., cultural moments, festivals, industry events) that drive visibility and cultural relevance.
  • Champion brand integration within title marketing, identifying opportunities to strengthen brand presence across series and licensed film campaigns.
  • Oversee internal brand initiatives and communications that drive brand understanding, adoption, and alignment across the organization.
  • Monitor performance and cultural impact of brand campaigns, using data and insights to inform future strategy and creative direction.
  • Own and manage brand marketing budgets, ensuring efficient investment and measurable impact.
  • Lead and mentor the brand team - fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, accountability, and excellence.


QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 10+ years of experience in brand marketing, strategy, or campaign development within entertainment, media, or a related industry.
  • Demonstrated experience developing brand strategy and leading integrated, multi-platform campaigns from ideation through execution.
  • Deep understanding of brand positioning, messaging frameworks, design systems, and how to build cohesive campaigns across channels.
  • Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive alignment in fast-moving, matrixed environments.
  • Experience concepting and leading brand activations, cultural marketing initiatives, or experiential campaigns that drive meaningful engagement.
  • Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and inspiring high-performing teams.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive decision-making.
  • Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and measuring campaign performance.
  • Experience with project management tools (e.g., Workfront) is a plus.


COMPENSATION:

$175,000 - $195,000

Our Benefits
  • Full Coverage - Medical, Vision, and Dental
  • Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase
  • Work/Life Balance - generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and wellness days
  • 401(k) company matching
  • Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

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