Brand & Creative Strategy Intern at Wray Ward

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research, Writing, Organization, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Curious, Proactive

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

Description The Creative and Brand Strategy Intern (CBSI) supports Wray Ward’s Creative Strategy and Brand Strategy teams in supporting thoughtful, insight-driven strategies that deepen audience connection and inspire impactful brand and creative work. Essential Duties & Responsibilities as Creative and Brand Strategy Intern Shadow with the Creative Strategy and Brand Strategy teams to support integrated brand strategy, creative strategy and annual planning efforts Shadow the Creative Strategy and Brand Strategy team members during key phases of brand and creative development Assist with research, trend analysis, audience insights, personas, 5Cs, journey work Assist in preparing presentation materials, strategic POVs, and client deliverables Support the development of brand platforms and brand and creative briefs and brand messaging frameworks Observe creative briefings, ideation sessions, client success workshops and campaign development meetings as appropriate Help document key takeaways, feedback, and action steps from meetings Assist in tracking deliverables and timelines Provide general administrative and project support as needed Requirements Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in marketing, communications, psychology, sociology, or related field Strong research, writing, organization, and critical thinking skills Detail-oriented, curious, and proactive Availability to work on-site in Charlotte This job description serves as an overall summary of the responsibilities for the position outlined. Please note that it is subject to change with specific expectations associated with the position. Culture Alignment At Wray Ward, we firmly believe that internal and client relationships are key to our success. Certain attitudes define how we work and are important in what we seek for our culture and mission. Our key agency values are: WE, NOT ME — We check our egos at the door. As a result, we thrive in a positive, collaborative atmosphere that welcomes diverse professionals and invites everyone to contribute their best. ASK “WHAT IF?” — Always going beyond what is and considering what could be, we create unexpected possibilities that differentiate our brands and accelerate their success. BE FEARLESS — Creativity demands that we hold nothing back. So we mutually support each other in speaking up, taking risks and courageously contributing audacious, unedited, unconventional ideas. NAIL IT — Everything we do is about results. We not only achieve our clients’ goals, but also continually exceed their expectations. Every person here shares individual responsibility for their own, our agency’s and our clients’ success. Our 39,000-square-foot home promotes collaboration and productivity through inspired meeting areas, offering natural light, vibrant colors, patterns and textures. Homelike elements are found in every corner, from the open-air roof-deck to our game room with foosball, ping-pong, Connect Five, classic board games and cornhole. Brightly colored throw pillows on sofas and our town hall meeting space, smart entertainment systems and live plants are scattered throughout. From holiday parties to movie nights, bowling and dodgeball teams to yoga and walking groups, we have a warm and inviting culture. Our office ushers us in, and it welcomes us home. Our Mission We are a community of catalysts using insights, strategy and creativity to transform spaces into stories and materials into experiences. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not the practice of Wray Ward to sponsor individuals for work visas. Wray Ward participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. At Wray Ward, we strongly believe that a diverse staff and inclusive culture will greatly enrich our work, our business, our industry and our lives. We are committed to an intentional approach to listening, understanding and talking, and to using our individual and collective talent, voices and influence to drive change. Wray Ward is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Responsibilities

The intern will support the Creative and Brand Strategy teams in developing insight-driven strategies and assist in various phases of brand and creative development. Responsibilities include research, preparing presentation materials, and documenting key takeaways from meetings.