Brand Communications and Strategy Lead

Mojopsg; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A marketing consultancy is seeking a Brand Communications and Strategy Lead to craft engaging brand narratives across various clients. This critical role requires a strategic thinker with a background in both business and consumer marketing. Key responsibilities include developing brand strategies, executing campaigns, and building partnerships while collaborating with diverse teams. The hybrid position is based in NYC or Cincinnati, requiring 5-7 years of experience, including at least 3 in an agency or consulting environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience, including at least 3 years in an agency or consulting setting.
• Expertise in brand communications and strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead brand communications strategy for clients.
• Shape brand positioning and messaging.
• Develop go-to-market strategies for brand launches.
• Translate business goals into cohesive brand stories.
• Collaborate with internal teams for consistency.
• Identify and foster brand partnerships.
• Support relationships with partners and ambassadors.
• Contribute to strategic planning and discussions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and shifts.
• Lead the adoption of AI-enabled workflows.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Brand storytelling

Campaign execution

Partnership development

Cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

We are an integrated marketing and customer experience consultancy comprised of professionals across offices in New York, San Francisco, Cincinnati with options for remote working. MOJO’s team includes former CMO’s, brand and agency rock stars, management consultants, start-up and technical leaders – all working relentlessly to deliver against our clients’ greatest opportunities.

Our range of service offerings are designed to cover the spectrum, from strategy to activation, helping clients bring transformative initiatives and experiences to market. Our ability to seamlessly partner from thought to execution helps companies of all sizes thrive.

We are a tight-knit group of professionals who love what we do. Together, we create engaging and dynamic brands, products and experiences. We are dreamers and doers. You’ll do well here if you’re interested in collaborating and winning with a diverse team committed to enjoying each other and the work we do.

Who we are looking for:

We’re seeking a Brand Communications and Strategy Lead to help shape and elevate brand narratives across a diverse portfolio of clients. This role is designed for a strategic thinker and storyteller who can translate business objectives into compelling brand platforms, messaging frameworks, and go-to-market strategies, while also identifying cultural, partnership, and ambassador opportunities that drive relevance and growth. You’ll work at the intersection of brand strategy, communications, and partnerships, helping brands clarify who they are, what they stand for, and how they show up in the world. The ideal candidate would have both business and consumer marketing experience.

Your responsibilities:

• Lead brand communications strategy for clients, from foundational narrative development to campaign-level execution
• Shape and refine brand positioning, messaging pillars, value propositions, and tone of voice
• Develop go-to-market strategies for brand launches, campaigns, partnerships, and moments in culture
• Translate complex business goals into clear, compelling, and differentiated brand stories
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure consistency across earned media, partnerships, influencer, affiliate, and owned channels
• Identify and help foster brand partnerships, ambassadors, and collaborators, prioritizing like-minded brands and talent that can authentically elevate the brand
• Support relationship-building with partners and ambassadors, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and narrative
• Bring a strong point of view to brainstorms, strategic planning, and client discussions
• Stay attuned to cultural trends, industry shifts, and competitive landscapes—especially within lifestyle, business, and sports
• Lead the adoption of AI-enabled workflows to fundamentally speed and strengthen research, competitive monitoring, insight synthesis, messaging development, and GTM strategy with high standards for quality, accuracy, and on-brand execution.

Your skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree+
• 5-7 years (at least 3 years in an agency or consulting setting)

Location: Hybrid work environment in NYC or Cincinnati.

If you’re interested in the role, please submit a cover letter, resume and portfolio or case studies highlighting recent work.