Associate Director, Strategy – Influencer Marketing

Job overview

The Associate Director, Strategy – Influencer Marketing role is listed in Chicago, IL; the posting does not specify a work arrangement or numeric compensation. Viral Nation builds social-first solutions that connect brands with consumers through strategy, talent, media, technology, and culturally relevant creativity. The role leads senior strategy work across client delivery and business growth, translating cultural, qualitative, and quantitative insights into recommendations and measurable outcomes. It also supports pitches and account expansion, guides strategic quality, mentors team members, and connects cross-functional groups around client goals.

What you'll do

• Lead strategy work across client and business growth opportunities
• develop actionable recommendations from research and insights
• own strategic project quality and delivery
• create integrated social-first strategies
• define KPIs and measurement frameworks
• lead strategy for proposals, pitches, and client expansion
• mentor junior strategists
• collaborate across creative, talent, accounts, paid media, community, and measurement teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate director

strategy

influencer marketing

social-first strategy

creator strategy

client partnership

business growth

pitches and proposals

team mentorship

chicago il

viral nation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting describes a collaborative, growth-oriented work environment and accommodations during recruiting and selection upon request.

Why this role

The role combines senior client partnership, strategic leadership, business development, and team mentorship, with a focus on social-first and creator strategy.

About the employer

Viral Nation Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Marketing Consulting Services. Sector: 54.