Planning Director jobs in Virginia

At SimpsonScarborough, we spend our days building brands that endure, inspire, and elevate the all-important work of colleges and universities in shaping our future. Recognized as a leader in the higher ed marketing industry, our company runs a fully remote team of approximately 65 employees coast to coast.  

We are a growing team looking for a self-motivated and enthusiastic new member. We expect a lot from our team members and champion their successes.  
 
Requirements: 

• Collaborate with internal and client teams at project launch to establish the overarching project plan, client goals, timeline needs, milestones, past project work, and business development opportunities. 
• Increase the efficiency and effectiveness of project plans and strategies by identifying opportunities for better deliverable and cross-team integrations. 
• Create and maintain relevant project information that keeps project stakeholders informed and ensures a shared vision of success. 
• Collect and synthesize primary and secondary data to develop actionable insights. 
• Lead the development and presentation of research and strategy deliverables that are clear, relevant, engaging, and actionable. 
• Lead and manage the development of integrated brand, marketing, content, and paid media strategies for Tier 1 projects. 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, or graphic Design and/or any combination of education and relevant work experience.  

• Six to eight years of experience in marketing, advertising, branding, digital, or media holding relevant positions like marketing manager, social media specialist, content marketer, etc.  
• Experience working within a marketing, branding and/or creative agency. 
• Experience in planning and executing cross-channel content strategies, including social, web and print; multi-channel brand narratives and content; multi-channel marketing campaigns.  
• Ability to articulate and define basic paid media strategies and concepts.  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to Interact and collaborate with internal teams by identifying, acknowledging, and delivering action items. Ability to participate in client meetings by presenting to clients, listening to client needs and concerns, applying feedback to work, and demonstrating professionalism.  
• Remains informed of industry standards and best practices across paid, owned, and earned strategy areas.  
• Proven dedication to delivering projects and initiatives on internal/external deadlines and based on client expectations and agency standards.  
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines by independently prioritizing tasks and escalate deviations when appropriate.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  
• Proficient with social media management software, social media metrics software, secondary research software, project management software, video conferencing and collaboration tools, and Microsoft Office Suite or related software. 
• Ability to adapt and manage change. Ability to prioritize tasks and escalate deviations and changes when appropriate. 
• Comfortable collaborating with remote project teams nationwide. 

Salary, Perks & Benefits: 

• Salary starts at $95,000.00 and will be commensurate with experience. 
• SimpsonScarborough offers a full benefits package, including nationwide health coverage, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, flexible time off (FTO), student loan reimbursement after waiting period, and voluntary benefits such as critical illness and accident insurance, 100% paid parental leave, and a 401k with employer contribution after waiting period.  
• Perks include flexible work model including Flexible Fridays, telework stipend, weeklong agency closures (summer and winter), and a day off for your birthday. 

At SimpsonScarborough, we believe diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are central to our core values, cultural norms, and critical to our long-term success. We believe this work is a continual effort that requires consistency, intentionality, vulnerability and accountability for ourselves and others. Through our efforts we strive to make impact in our work, in our workplace and in our industry. 

SimpsonScarborough is an equal opportunity employer. We have a strict anti-harassment policy and a no tolerance non-discrimination policy. We welcome employees of all backgrounds regardless of nationality, race, religion, gender identity, veteran status, and all characteristics protected by state and federal law.