Associate Director of Strategy

Company And Culture

Created in 2002 by Marc Eckō, Complex is a leading global youth entertainment network showcasing the evolution of major pop culture categories, including streetwear and style, music, sneakers, and sports. Complex is a juggernaut in the content and culture space, delivering unprecedented global reach.

Complex is the world’s definitive cultural commerce, content, and experiential platform. We have created an all-new operating system built for the next generation, seamlessly integrating discovery, inspiration, community, and shopping. The company represents an expansion of the original vision with a deep understanding of convergence culture and its impact on contemporary society.

Whether through video, long-form editorial, or social content, Complex tells stories that engage dynamic conversation with our communities. Our internet-breaking cover stories document the heroes of culture and take them to the next level through product collaboration and shoppability.

Complex has become experts in creating immersive environments at our IRL experiences and cultural events. ComplexCon is our flagship festival bringing together the world’s most influential brands and artists for an unforgettable weekend of style, sneakers, art, design, food, music, inspiration and more. 

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Join us to help redefine the way people shop, while building a global marketplace that moves at the speed of culture. Complex is committed to building a high performing team that is passionate about what they do and the communities we serve.

Everyone at Complex truly believes in the company and its mission; it’s a requirement for working here. There is synergy within the teams that make Complex what it is, a well-oiled machine. Employees are at the forefront of the company's success because every one of us is given the opportunity to provide suggestions, feedback, and direction.

The Associate Director, Creative Strategy on Complex’s Creative Strategy team is responsible for developing high-level, strategic presentations that secure high-budget client partnerships. This role plays a key part in shaping the team’s most critical narratives, ensuring strategic clarity, and upholding creative excellence alongside the Strategy team’s Creative Director.

• 7+ years of experience in brand strategy, creative strategy, or a related field within media, advertising, or entertainment.
• Strong proficiency in Keynote, PowerPoint, and/or Google Slides, with an understanding of visual storytelling.
• Figma proficiency a plus.
• A deep knowledge of youth culture, digital media, branded content, and emerging creative trends.
• A strategic thinker with a sharp creative sensibility and an eye for presentation design.
• A strong writer and storyteller, able to translate big ideas into concise, visually engaging narratives.
• Adept at synthesizing cultural insights, audience data, and creative concepts into compelling brand stories.
• Experienced in crafting high-budget brand proposals, campaign strategy decks, and internal vision documents.
• Highly detail-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and pride in delivering polished, high-quality work.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where priorities shift quickly.
• Exemplary at managing your own time and competing priorities and deadlines.
• Familiarity with the Complex brand voice and tone.

• Own the creation of high-priority decks, including large-scale client proposals and presentations for upcoming internal programs and initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Creative Director to ensure all decks align with Complex’s creative standards, brand voice, and industry-leading storytelling approach.
• Review decks, providing constructive feedback to strategists to support their growth in presentation skills, strategic thinking, and overall creative development.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Editorial, and Production teams to integrate insights, cultural relevance, and feasibility into strategic recommendations.
• Leverage research, data, and cultural intelligence to inform and strengthen pitch narratives, positioning Complex as a must-have partner for brands.
• Proactively identify trends, creative opportunities, and new storytelling frameworks that push the boundaries of branded content strategy.
• Help refine and elevate deck structures, templates, and best practices to enhance the team’s efficiency and impact.

• Best in class health, dental, and vision insurance
• Healthcare FSA 
• Dependent Care FSA 
• Commuter Benefits FSA 
• Short-term/long-term disability and life insurance
• Paid Parental leave
• 401k with 4% match
• Pet Insurance
• Legal and Identity Theft Plans
• Vacation time and sick days

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.

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