Discover Brand Strategist jobs for experienced professionals ready to shape how organizations connect with customers. Brand strategists research audiences and markets, define positioning, and turn business goals into clear, compelling brand direction. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you explore senior-level roles where strategic thinking can make a measurable impact.
Brand strategists build and guide the ideas that influence how a company, product, or service is understood. Typical work includes analyzing customer insights and competitors, developing brand platforms and messaging, advising on campaigns, and partnering with creative, marketing, product, and leadership teams. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on corporate brand, product positioning, customer experience, or brand transformation.
Employers often seek a combination of research, analytical, and creative strengths. Useful capabilities include market and audience research, positioning and messaging, strategic storytelling, presentation and facilitation, campaign planning, and the ability to connect brand recommendations to business outcomes. Experience collaborating across functions and guiding stakeholders through complex decisions is also valuable.
Brand Strategists work in companies, agencies, consultancies, and specialized studios. With experience, professionals may advance into roles such as Senior Brand Strategist, Brand Director, Head of Brand Strategy, or VP of Brand. Responsibilities and compensation vary by employer, location, industry, and scope; Ladders lists vetted roles paying $100,000 or more.
Explore Brand Strategist openings and related senior marketing and brand leadership opportunities on Ladders. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to identify roles aligned with your experience and career goals.
Sr. Director - Brand & Creative Strategy
$131K - $209K *
Lead creative strategy initiatives, guiding a team to enhance brand storytelling and align marketing efforts with corporate goals. Collaborate across departments to deliver impactful campaigns while e...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Deliver innovative design solutions that elevate brand storytelling and engage consumers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality creative output while mentoring junior designer...
2 days ago
Senior Brand Designer (Aruliden)
$80K - $100K *
Lead the charge in crafting innovative brand systems across digital and physical realms. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality design solutions while managing projects from concept to...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in demand generation by designing and executing campaigns that drive qualified pipeline growth. Collaborate closely with Sales to create targeted outreach and content, leveraging AI to...
3 weeks ago
$160K - $190K *
Shape the strategic vision for key client accounts, leading brand and cultural strategies while mentoring teams to deliver impactful insights and solutions that drive business outcomes and elevate the...
4 days ago
$160K - $190K *
Lead strategic direction across key client accounts, shaping brand and cultural strategies. Drive insights into actionable recommendations while mentoring teams and enhancing strategic quality to achi...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Engage with a dynamic team to elevate brand identity and creative vision, overseeing all aspects of visual storytelling while personally crafting standout projects and nurturing creative talent across...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$140K - $160K *
Grow your career with a dynamic role leading influencer strategies for major brands. Drive client success through innovative campaigns, strategic growth, and team leadership while fostering strong rel...
1 week ago
Account Director, Strategist - Financial Services
$178K - $223K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic integrations for a major financial partner. Drive high-level marketing strategies, collaborate with creative teams, and ensure impactful content delivery while...
2 weeks ago
Account Director, Strategist - Financial Services
$178K - $223K *
Drive strategic pre-sale initiatives for major financial services integrations, translating client objectives into compelling concepts. Collaborate closely with creative teams to ensure alignment and...
2 weeks ago
$170K - $195K *
Join a team that's redefining creative leadership in media production. Lead a talented team to craft impactful films, campaigns, and brand narratives while fostering a culture of collaboration and inn...
3 days ago
$95K - $165K *
Champion innovative creator marketing strategies, driving impactful partnerships and integrated campaigns. Lead a dynamic team, manage client relationships, and shape the future of brand engagement in...
1 week ago
$129K - $207K *
Champion brand strategy and portfolio architecture, leading complex projects for CPG brands. Collaborate with teams to drive data-backed solutions and innovative design strategies, shaping client visi...
6 days ago
$129K - $207K *
Shape the future of brand strategy by leading complex projects for CPG and corporate brands. Collaborate with teams to drive data-backed solutions and innovative design strategies, enhancing brand exp...
6 days ago
$75K - $100K *
Lead the charge in executing integrated marketing programs that drive impact in the food, beverage, and agriculture sectors. Collaborate with teams to translate strategy into action, ensuring operatio...
2 weeks ago
iCloud Central Marketing Strategist
$120K - $145K *
Elevate customer engagement by developing and scaling growth programs across the iCloud+ lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated campaigns and leverage insights for co...
1 week ago
Senior Brand Designer (Remote)
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in shaping a dynamic brand identity by collaborating across teams to create a cohesive visual experience, driving design innovation from concept to execution in a hands-on role enhanci...
3 weeks ago
Sr. Art Director, Brand Image & Content
$100K - $120K *
Lead innovative visual storytelling across multi-channel campaigns, translating brand strategy into compelling creative concepts. Collaborate with diverse teams to shape brand identity and deliver coh...
6 days ago
$114K - $140K *
Unlock your potential by driving enterprise brand partnerships, leveraging your network to onboard new clients and enhance existing relationships. Collaborate with marketing teams to achieve campaign...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $180K *
Unlock your potential as you lead day-to-day Paid Search operations, driving strategic direction and team development while managing client relationships and optimizing performance across multiple acc...
6 days ago
$155K - $194K *
Advance brand visibility by leading integrated campaigns that blend creative storytelling with strategic media execution, driving market authority and commercial impact for a high-growth tech platform...
3 weeks ago
$155K - $194K *
Transform brand presence by leading integrated campaigns that elevate market authority and drive commercial impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling narratives and execute s...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Transform healthcare marketing by leading integrated strategies that align brand, audience, and business goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful campaigns that drive measur...
1 week ago
Branded Environments - Experienced Graphic Designer
$88K - $104K *
Lead the charge in creating innovative branded environments by integrating design elements with architecture and storytelling. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver cohesive, impactful s...
1 week ago
Vice President, Brand Impact (Consumer/Sports)
$95K - $175K *
Join a team that's shaping integrated marketing strategies for premium brands. Leverage your expertise in program management and client relations to drive impactful campaigns in a fast-paced environme...
2 days ago
What does a Brand Strategist do?
A Brand Strategist researches audiences and markets, defines brand positioning and messaging, and helps organizations apply a consistent brand direction across products, campaigns, and customer experiences.
What qualifications are common for Brand Strategist jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly value experience in brand strategy, marketing, communications, research, or a related field, along with strong analytical, writing, presentation, and collaboration skills. Some senior roles may request a relevant degree or a portfolio of strategic work.
Where do Brand Strategists work?
Brand Strategists work in in-house marketing teams, advertising and branding agencies, consultancies, and other organizations that need expertise in positioning, customer insight, and brand growth.
How can I find Brand Strategist jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Check each posting for compensation, experience requirements, responsibilities, and location, since details vary by role.
What roles can follow a Brand Strategist position?
Depending on experience and organization structure, Brand Strategists may progress to Senior Brand Strategist, Brand Director, Head of Brand Strategy, or VP of Brand roles.