Director, Brand & Growth

Wpromote; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Wpromote, in partnership with Giant Spoon, seeks a Director, Brand & Growth to own the Creative & Experiential new business process from inbound management through proposal development.

You will mentor a team, manage RFIs/RFPs, and ensure high-quality, consistent storytelling across pitches.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in proposal management or related roles within an integrated media or creative agency.
• Experience leading complex RFP/RFI responses in advertising, media, marketing, consulting, or tech.
• Outstanding written, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong project management with multiple high-priority deadlines.
• Experience building and maintaining knowledge management systems or content libraries.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Salesforce, and collaborative tools.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

Responsibilities

• Vet inbound opportunities and brief leadership on fit, scope, and next steps.
• Own RFIs, RFPs, security questionnaires, procurement requests, and proposals from kickoff through submission.
• Manage client and procurement communications, workplans, timelines, trackers, and review schedules.
• Manage third-party consultant and procurement communications throughout the proposal process.
• Partner with Growth Leads to shape tailored, strategic proposal narratives.
• Oversee credentials, proposals, executive summaries, and materials with the Growth Coordinator.
• Coordinate contributors across Strategy, Media, Creative, Analytics, Technology, Finance, Legal, and Exec Leadership.
• Own the proposal library and keep agency materials current, accurate, and accessible.
• Establish proposal management best practices and train team members.

Skills

Proposal management

New business growth

Agency operations

Editorial excellence

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Content strategy

Tools

Google Workspace

Salesforce

Collaboration tools

Job description

The Role

The Director, Brand & Growth is the operational backbone of the Wpromote x Giant Spoon (WPxGS) Growth team, owning the Creative & Experiential new business process from inbound management through proposal development, RFIs, RFPs, and final pitches. The role ensures every pitch meets high standards for quality, consistency, and strategic storytelling, enabling Growth Leaders to focus on client strategy and relationships.

The Director also maintains the agency’s institutional knowledge—including proposal content, credentials, case studies, staffing information, AI knowledge repositories, and reusable assets—so every pursuit starts from a strong foundation. Combining account and project management, editorial excellence, content operations, and cross-functional leadership, this role improves proposal quality and team efficiency.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is ready to become a Spoon - to give a damn, try anything, and enjoy the people they are working with. This team is based in the New York office and works in a hybrid fashion with in-office work on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

You Will Own

• Inbound, Proposal & RFP Leadership:
• Vet inbound opportunities and brief leadership on fit, scope, and next steps
• Own RFIs, RFPs, security questionnaires, procurement requests, and proposals from kickoff through submission
• Manage client and procurement communications, workplans, timelines, trackers, and review schedules
• Manage third-party consultant and procurement communications throughout the proposal process
• Proposal Development & Content:
• Partner with Growth Leads and Pitch Leadership to shape tailored, strategic proposal narratives
• Oversee credentials, proposals, executive summaries, capability presentations, and supporting materials with the Growth Coordinator
• Ensure all materials meet editorial standards and deliver a consistent, premium WPxGS brand experience
• Cross-Functional Pitch Operations:
• Coordinate contributors across Strategy, Media, Creative, Analytics, Technology, Finance, Legal, and Executive Leadership
• Track progress, risks, dependencies, and milestones; drive accountability and timely leadership reviews
• Coordinate presentation production, printed materials, leave-behinds, and meeting logistics as needed
• Knowledge & Content Management:
• Own the proposal library and keep agency materials current, accurate, and accessible
• Maintain bios, leadership profiles, case studies, service descriptions, capabilities, certifications, awards, and partner and technology information
• Steward proposal knowledge in AI systems and repositories; develop reusable content with subject matter experts
• Team Leadership & Process Excellence:
• Manage and develop a direct report through coaching, mentorship, regular feedback, and workload prioritization.
• Improve proposal workflows, templates, and governance to increase efficiency and quality
• Establish proposal management best practices and train team members on tools, processes, and standards
• Help onboard and train new team members on proposal tools, processes, and standards

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in proposal management, new business, agency growth, marketing operations or related functions within an Integrated media or creative advertising agency
• 2+ years of experience
• Experience leading complex RFP/RFI responses within advertising, media, marketing, consulting, or technology organizations
• Demonstrated success supporting competitive proposal processes and cross-functional pursuit teams
• Outstanding written, editing, proofreading, and communication skills
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority deadlines simultaneously
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience building and maintaining knowledge management systems or content libraries
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Salesforce, project management platforms, and collaborative work tools
• The ability to thrive in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments

Nice To Have

• Editorial or technical writing background
• Experience supporting consultant-led procurement processes
• Experience with proposal automation or knowledge management platformsFamiliarity with AI-powered content management and prompt libraries

What We Offer

Salary is determined based on a wide range of factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, job duties, and geographic location. For this role, we also offer programs such as medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and various other benefits and perks.

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