Director - Creative Strategy (Memphis, TN)

ALSAC • Memphis, TN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference. We like people who are different…because we’re different, too. As one of the world’s most iconic and respected nonprofits, we know what it’s like to stand out. That’s why we’re looking at you. Your background, perspective, and desire to make an impact set you apart. As we work to help St. Jude cure childhood cancer, we're calling on the game-changers, innovators and visionaries to join our family. Not just for the kids of St. Jude, but also for you. Because at ALSAC, we develop and celebrate our employees. So, bring your whole, authentic self and become part of our shared mission: Finding cures. Saving children.® Job Description Join a mission that matters. At St. Jude, every campaign we create helps save lives. We’re seeking a visionary and strategic leader to shape the future of our creative strategy discipline. As Director, Creative Strategy, you will define the strategic foundation for all creative campaigns, ensuring they resonate emotionally, align with brand goals, and advance the lifesaving mission of St. Jude. Why This Role Matters This is not just another strategy role—it’s an opportunity to influence how millions connect with one of the world’s most trusted nonprofit brands. You’ll lead a talented team, collaborate with award-winning creatives, and set the tone for purpose-driven storytelling that inspires action. What You’ll Do Strategic Leadership Champion and evolve the creative strategy discipline across the organization. Translate brand objectives, audience insights, and cultural trends into powerful creative briefs that spark big ideas. Partner with senior creative leaders to maintain strategic integrity throughout the creative process. Team Leadership Lead and mentor a team of strategists, fostering growth, collaboration, and innovation. Set clear goals, establish workflows, and create feedback loops that drive excellence. Cross-Functional Partnership Collaborate with Brand Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Audience Planning, Insights, and Creative teams to ensure alignment. Serve as a trusted advisor to campaign leads, guiding projects from concept through execution. Creative Briefing & Development Own the development of high-impact creative briefs rooted in data, audience understanding, and brand purpose. Inspire creative teams with insights that lead to breakthrough ideas. Innovation & Thought Leadership Stay ahead of cultural, creative, and media trends to inform strategy. Advocate for new tools, approaches, and methodologies that elevate strategic thinking and creative output.

Requirements

• 10–12 years of experience in creative strategy, brand strategy, or related roles within advertising, marketing, or nonprofit sectors.
• Proven success leading integrated campaigns across digital, social, video, and experiential platforms.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional communication, storytelling, and presentation abilities.
• Deep understanding of audience segmentation, consumer behavior, and cultural insights.
• Passion for purpose-driven work and the mission of St. Jude.

Nice To Haves

• Background in advertising agencies, nonprofit, healthcare, or cause-related marketing.
• Familiarity with in-house creative team dynamics.
• Expertise in both brand and creative marketing strategy.

Responsibilities

• Champion and evolve the creative strategy discipline across the organization.
• Translate brand objectives, audience insights, and cultural trends into powerful creative briefs that spark big ideas.
• Partner with senior creative leaders to maintain strategic integrity throughout the creative process.
• Lead and mentor a team of strategists, fostering growth, collaboration, and innovation.
• Set clear goals, establish workflows, and create feedback loops that drive excellence.
• Collaborate with Brand Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Audience Planning, Insights, and Creative teams to ensure alignment.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to campaign leads, guiding projects from concept through execution.
• Own the development of high-impact creative briefs rooted in data, audience understanding, and brand purpose.
• Inspire creative teams with insights that lead to breakthrough ideas.
• Stay ahead of cultural, creative, and media trends to inform strategy.
• Advocate for new tools, approaches, and methodologies that elevate strategic thinking and creative output.

Benefits

• Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vison Insurance plans)
• 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
• Exceptional Paid Time Off
• Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Infertility Treatment Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Enterprise Learning and Development
• And more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed