Job Description:

Boston Globe Media is looking for a Director of Creative Marketing to lead its integrated marketing and pitch strategy. The role is responsible for the successful positioning and promotion of Boston Globe Medias sponsorship offerings across branded content, experiential, events, editorial and display advertising. The ability to innovate, implement first-ever marketing tactics across digital & social channels, licensing and experiences, and deliver impactful campaigns will be paramount to our success.

Working directly with the VP of Commercial Product, the Director of Creative Marketing and Storytelling will work across Boston Globe Medias branded content and media planning teams to lead stunning design and compelling narrative creation to promote Boston Globe Medias commercial solutions. The position requires a big-picture thinker and visionary capable of winning business and driving revenue through creative collaboration. The ideal candidate is a hands-on creative (primarily a writer and storyteller with design chops) who understands creative production because they are a doer, but also empowers others to create as the teams visionary.

Responsibilities:

Creative Narrative

Distill complex brand asks into simple, articulate, and compelling narratives and presentations

Produce inspiring pitch frameworks to serve as blueprint for designer visualization

Create and articulate compelling brand solutions at the intersection of Boston Globe Medias offerings and brands needs.

Pitch Design

Reimagine Boston Globe Medias pitch across Boston Globes publication portfolio and product suite for initiative-specific pitches and RFPs

Lead a team to redesign Boston Globe Medias integrated marketing materials and guidelines

Business Development and Solutions Architecture

Create compelling storytelling ideas that serve as meaningful media solutions for brands

Act as a hands-on pitch person assisting the sales team to inspire clients and contribute to articulating big, creative ideas.

Collaborate alongside events, editorial, and branded content teams to grow tentpole initiatives such as Tech Week, Health Equity, and Top Places to Work into larger brand integration opportunities

Act as an entrepreneurial leader in identifying opportunities for Boston Globe Media product and initiative expansion

Qualifications:

Prior content publishing or agency marketing management

7 years of experience

Willingness to be involved as a contributor in addition to managing a staff

Results-oriented with a strong digital, video, and social portfolio

Proven big-picture thinking and executing effective digital, video, and social, events strategies

Deep knowledge of emerging digital platforms and technologies and new product innovations well-informed on industry trends and ahead of the curve, especially in social, video and experiential strategies

Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines and quick turnaround

Proficiency in digital performance, user experience, multi-platform content execution and effective mobile and social media strategies

Strong leadership and management skills

A willingness to adapt and be audience focused, with a curious mindset and a commitment to creating an inclusive work environment

The ideal candidate must be :

An idea-first creative thinker, innovative and understanding how to create digital/video/social/events packages that elevate the Boston Globe Medias brand and our partner executions.

hey will oversee the conceptualization and execution of award-winning integrated programs and bring big ideas to life for our partners

The BGMP office is located in downtown Boston, near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, and is easily accessible by MBTA and commuter rail lines. This position is based in Boston, and candidates should be based in the area or willing to move.

EEO Statement:

At Boston Globe Media, our mission is to empower, connect, and convene our communities with independent, trusted journalism and storytelling. We know a critical part to achieve this is by having a workforce that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive - like the communities we serve. Boston Globe Media is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates and colleagues of all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and skills.

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