
About AKQA
Transforming digital experiences for global brands
Key Highlights
- Headquartered in San Francisco, California
- Over 3,000 employees worldwide
- Serves clients like Nike, Audi, and the BBC
- Part of WPP, a global leader in marketing communications
AKQA is a leading digital design and communications agency headquartered in San Francisco, California. With a workforce of over 3,000 employees, AKQA specializes in delivering digital products and services for clients like Nike, Audi, and the BBC. As a part of WPP, AKQA focuses on leveraging technol...
π Benefits
AKQA offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO, and flexible remote work policies to support work-life balance....
π Culture
AKQA promotes a culture of creativity and innovation, encouraging teams to experiment and push the boundaries of digital design. The company values co...
Overview
AKQA is seeking a Social Strategist to drive social media strategies and inspire teams and clients. You'll work closely with creative, client service, UX, and tech teams to craft innovative strategies informed by internet culture and platform trends.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong understanding of the social media landscape and are comfortable navigating its continual evolution. Your expertise allows you to be the go-to person for insights on internet culture, trends, and community behaviors. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with creative, client service, UX, and tech teams to ensure that the voice of both the clientβs business and the consumer is heard. You are passionate about crafting strategies that resonate with audiences and drive engagement across various platforms.
Your experience in social media strategy has equipped you with a keen eye for innovative formats and platforms. You are adept at analyzing trends and behaviors, using this knowledge to inspire teams and clients alike. You understand the importance of collaboration and are excited about being part of a multidisciplinary strategy team that spans experience, product, brand, and communications planning. You are committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity, ensuring that everyone feels they belong and has equal opportunities to progress in their careers.
Desirable
You have a background in digital marketing or communications, with a focus on social media strategy. Familiarity with various social media platforms and their unique characteristics is essential. You are comfortable using analytics tools to measure the effectiveness of your strategies and are always looking for ways to improve and innovate.
What you'll do
As a Social Strategist at AKQA, you will play a crucial role in shaping the agency's approach to social media. You will collaborate with various teams to develop and implement social media strategies that align with client objectives and resonate with target audiences. Your insights into internet culture and trends will guide the creative process, ensuring that the content produced is relevant and engaging.
You will be responsible for crafting strategies that leverage platform innovations and community behaviors. This involves staying up-to-date with the latest trends and understanding how they can be applied to enhance client campaigns. You will work closely with clients and media partners to ensure that their business goals are met through effective social media engagement.
Your role will also involve educating and inspiring your colleagues about the evolving social media landscape. You will share your knowledge and insights, helping to foster a culture of creativity and innovation within the team. By collaborating with specialists across AKQA's twelve European studios, you will have the opportunity to bring diverse perspectives to your strategies, enhancing their effectiveness and impact.
What we offer
At AKQA, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative environment that encourages ownership and creativity. You will have access to a diverse network of specialists and the opportunity to work on innovative projects that push the boundaries of digital services and applications. We believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products, and services, and you will play a key role in this mission.
We are committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity, ensuring that everyone feels they belong and has equal opportunities to progress in their careers. You will be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in their fields, providing you with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in Berlin Mitte and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact through creative and strategic thinking.
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