Senior Social Strategy Director

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Director of Social Strategy with a deep understanding of the dynamic tech and AI space. As a senior leader, you will be responsible for spearheading innovative social media strategies that align with our clients' marketing goals, push the boundaries of engagement, and establish brand presence within the tech and AI community.

• Develop and champion the strategic vision for social media across the team, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and client needs.
• Oversee and guide the development and implementation of cutting‑edge social media strategies that go beyond conventional approaches, ensuring a Social‑First approach across all content and campaigns.
• Lead and manage a team of social strategists to conduct in‑depth audience research and analysis, identifying trends, interests, and behaviors within the tech and AI landscape and providing strategic insights for clients.
• Oversee the creation of powerfully insightful briefs that inspire the Creative team to generate innovative social creative ideas that drive engagement and elevate the brand’s social presence.
• Collaborate closely with Creative Directors to ensure the team delivers high‑caliber, original, on‑brand, Social‑First content that resonates with target audiences.
• Oversee the creation and management of compelling content calendars that resonate with clients’ target audiences.
• Lead the team to analyze weekly and monthly social media performance reports, extracting key learnings, takeaways, and optimization suggestions to continually refine strategies.
• Guide the team to proactively monitor social trends in real time, identifying opportunities for brands to leverage these trends in authentic and impactful ways.
• Oversee the development of comprehensive audits and POVs of best‑in‑class industry examples, competitive landscapes, and emerging innovators to inform strategic direction.
• Guide the team to stay at the forefront of emerging platforms and innovative technologies relevant to the tech and AI industries and integrate them strategically into social media initiatives.
• Mentor, train, and provide guidance to junior team members, fostering their growth and development.
• Contribute thought leadership and strategic insights to elevate the team’s overall expertise in the tech and AI social media landscape.
• Manage and grow client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and alignment with their business objectives.
• Lead and facilitate client meetings and presentations, effectively communicating strategic recommendations and campaign performance.
• Proactively identify and address client challenges, providing innovative solutions that meet their evolving needs.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams, including creative, analytics, and account management, to ensure seamless campaign execution and client satisfaction.
• This role is subject to our Return to Office (RTO) policy. If you reside within a commutable distance of one of our office locations, you will be expected to work from the office a set number of days per week.

• Bachelor’s Degree in advertising, marketing, digital marketing, communications, or a related field.
• 12+ years of experience in a social media marketing role with a passion for and deep understanding of the tech and AI industries.
• A strong understanding of social media platforms, algorithms, and best practices for content creation and community management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft engaging social media content that aligns with brand voices.
• Extensive experience using social media analytics tools to track performance and inform data‑driven decision‑making.
• Proficiency in social media management tools (e.g., Sprinklr, Sprout Social) and familiarity with social listening tools and techniques.
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and mentor a team of social media professionals and foster a high‑performing work environment.
• Strong leadership qualities, ability to inspire and motivate team members, and a collaborative approach to cross‑functional work.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and collaborate to achieve business objectives.
• Exceptional problem‑solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify challenges, develop creative solutions, and adapt strategies to achieve optimal results.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively, and meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

• Excellent, full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous PTO and 15 company‑wide holidays.
• 401k with company contribution.
• Paid parental leave.
• Work‑life balance with an emphasis on personal well‑being.
• Career growth in a disruptor space and entrepreneurial opportunities within the Monks network.
• A globally diverse and inclusive culture with employee resource groups such as S4 Melanin, Pride.Monks, Cultura.Monks, and more.
• Authentic commitment to DEI efforts and sustainable growth.

Salary Range: $150,000—$170,000 USD

Monks has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what Monks may pay for the position at the time of posting. Monks may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on job‑related factors, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building a respectful and empowering work environment for all people to freely express themselves amongst colleagues who embrace diversity in all respects.