Creative Awards and Coms Strategist

Responsibilities: Awards Strategy & Execution Lead the development and execution of Saatchi and our major client's awards strategy, identifying high-potential work and aligning submissions to improve win probability Analyze global and regional award trends, jury behavior, and category performance to inform entry strategy Manage the annual awards calendar, including deadlines, budgets, entry fees, and submission timelines Partner with creative, production, and account teams to shape award-winning narratives, case study videos, and written entries Edit and review all submissions for clarity, accuracy, and adherence to award show guidelines Oversee the end-to-end submission process, including approvals, entry logistics, RFE/PO creation, and payment processing Maintain a centralized database of awards performance, tracking success rates and informing future strategy Archive all final assets, credits, and award materials for use in PR, marketing, and new business efforts Cross-Functional Leadership Act as a central connector across leadership, creative, production, account, and client PR teams to align on priorities and deliverables Provide strategic guidance on how to position creative work for both awards and earned media success Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing deadlines across awards cycles and content needs Content & Channel Management Oversee agency-owned channels, including social media (Linked In, Instagram, You Tube) and website content Develop and manage social content strategy to amplify work, wins, and agency culture Partner with account and creative teams to publish case studies and news updates on the agency website Ensure brand consistency and quality across all external-facing communications

Qualifications: 68+ years of experience in an advertising or communications role within an agency environment Proven track record managing awards submissions Strong understanding of advertising awards landscape and what differentiates winning work Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into compelling narratives Highly organized with strong attention to detail and project management capabilities Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment Collaborative mentality with the ability to influence across teams and senior collaborators Strong eye for business, sound judgment, and commitment to excellence

Additional information: Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Diffrence" means we're better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off. If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMTTACompliance@publicis.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation Range: USD $81,225.00 - USD $124,432.00/Annually.