Communications Strategy Director
About the job
- At least 8 years of experience in communications planning or a related strategic role at an advertising, media, digital, public relations, or integrated agency.
- A strong grasp of both traditional and digital media, including how to apply each across the funnel.
- Proficiency with audience tools such as MRI-Simmons and Global Web Index.
- Experience working with social listening platforms such as Sprinklr or Emplifi.
- Define the full channel ecosystem to map how creative ideas come to life across platforms, aligned to campaign key performance indicators.
- Collaborate closely with Brand Strategy and Creative teams to extend a core idea across multiple audience touchpoints.
- Own consumer and channel strategy in partnership with media agencies, ensuring a strong connection between message and medium.
- Identify and define audiences to drive positive brand and business growth.
- Build and apply consumer journeys to guide integrated campaign planning.
- Synthesize qualitative and quantitative research, analytics, and tools to uncover insights that inform media strategy and creative deployment.
- Lead day-to-day client conversations, serving as a strategic advisor and thought partner.
- Experience in the quick-service restaurant category is a plus but is not required.
About the company
David&Goliath helps challenger brands outsmart and outperform their competition. They combine strategic and creative capabilities to uncover consumer behaviors that others miss, delivering more human and compelling ideas. Their work blends insight with integrated, nimble execution so campaigns can move at market speed. They differentiate themselves by embracing a challenger mindset—being observant, brave, and willing to question the status quo rather than follow the crowd. The company's goal is to empower challenger brands to grow, stand out, and win against bigger rivals.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
El Segundo, California
Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Esusu named D&G agency of record in May 2024, expanding fintech credibility.
- Kia's 2026 Telluride Hybrid campaign keeps D&G visible on a major automotive account.
- D&G won Best Branded Content Campaign at ThinkLA's 2026 IDEA Awards.
What critics are saying
- The 2026 Creative Technology bet ties revenue to AI production adoption across clients.
- Kia concentration remains dangerous if the automaker shifts agencies after Telluride.
- Esusu's fintech downturn or funding strain cuts D&G's growth pipeline in 2025-2026.
What makes David & Goliath unique
- David&Goliath blends challenger-brand strategy with integrated creative from Los Angeles and Brooklyn.
- David Angelo's team now adds Creative Technology under Antonio Marcato in 2026.
- Britt Wilen joined February 1, 2025, strengthening bold, high-craft creative leadership.
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Health Insurance
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401(k) Retirement Plan
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