Social Strategic Planner

Social Strategic Planner As a team of innovative digital craftspeople, Gallegos United thinks beyond technology to celebrate and create meaningful experiences that awaken a sense of awe and discovery in people. It requires having unique cultural sensibilities and unparalleled digital creative and technical skill to be able to successfully connect brands to the modern consumer. The agency believes that when you create user experiences in service to people, you're not chasing the cultural landscape, you're shaping it. Improving upon it and delighting people—one digital experience at a time. As technology continues to revolutionize the way people behave, there has never been a more exciting time to be a strategic planner. At Gallegos United we're looking for someone who is passionate about consumer behaviors and how they manifest across a constantly evolving digital landscape. If you are a person who is obsessed with how brands can show up to better serve consumers through cohesive and rich digital brand experiences and communications, we want you! In this role you will work closely with a Strategy Director, who is looking for a person who is a collaborative team player but willing to stand up for strategies and creative ideas that will drive the growth for our clients. Join us at Gallegos United to help create future forward brands. This is a full-time in-person role based in Huntington Beach, CA.Job Description Responsibilities:A strong command of consumer understanding will be essential in developing insights that enable audience-first planning across a wide range of audiences; including Hispanics & beyond. Lead planning across accounts - brand, social, comms, etc Provide support, as needed, across the agency (e.g. new business, processes, etc.)Collaborate with team leaders to ensure consistent delivery of high quality materials Deliver ongoing thought leadership in areas related to agency and client business Participate in the development of strategic partnerships, including but not limited to the identification and application of innovative technologies/emerging media Qualifications 8+ years of strategy experience in an agency or related environment; with a focus on social media efforts Solid understanding of agency and creative processes, including proficiency with building integrated campaigns / experiences Positively impacted the creative product through cultural insights and inspirationA proven track record of delivering insight-based strategic recommendations through understanding of social/digital platforms & metrics + presentations/storytelling Experience interfacing with clients and building relationships Led qualitative and quantitative research + reporting Experience in working with proprietary and 3rd party strategic tools Experience working across consumer account and/or working in startups$90,000 - $120,000 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.*Actual offer may vary by market location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience.