Associate Brand Strategist

2 weeks ago


Seattle, United States VML Full time
Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

The Associate Planner will work on a variety of accounts alongside tenured Planning Directors or Group Planning Directors.
Responsibilities
  • Work on a range of client accounts, gaining experience across consumer profiles and industry/vertical types
  • Synthesize large amounts of data and background materials into draft documents ranging from points of view to briefs to presentations
  • Coordinate with the primary/secondary Research team and the Digital Insights Group to inform the brief and agency work
  • Play a key support role in client presentations
  • Required Skills
    • Uncanny ability to distill and communicate complex topics and themes simply and with conviction
    • Deep curiosity about the forces that drive human behavior
    Required Experience
    • Entry-level experience in a client-focused marketing environment
    • Minimum of a bachelor's degree, graduate degree a plus
    • Undergraduate or graduate coursework in branding, marketing, planning and insights
    • Specific work experience with projects that have an emphasis in insights development, branding and marketing planning (either enterprise or campaign)


At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization-creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers-who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.

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