Creative Strategy Director (APAC)

Who We Are

We are an organisation that exists to drive progress. That's the 'red thread' that connects everyone at The Economist Group (TEG). Our businesses share a devotion to innovation, independence and rigour in their fields of expertise. We empower people to understand and tackle the critical challenges and changes facing the world. Our analytical rigour, global expertise and evidence-based insights enable individuals and organisations to make sense of these shifts and chart a course through them.

We deliver analysis and insights in many formats to subscribers and clients in 170 countries through our four businesses, The Economist, Economist Impact, Economist Intelligence and Economist Education, which uphold our global reputation for excellence and integrity.

Overview

Economist Impact is seeking a Creative Strategy Director to join our Strategy & Solutions team in

APAC. This role will sit at the intersection of strategy, creativity, and client partnership — driving

breakthrough proposals and partnership solutions that deliver measurable impact for clients

while advancing Economist Impact's mission across themes such as sustainability, global health,

and new globalisation.

The Creative Strategy Director will partner closely with APAC sales and creative / content

colleagues to lead the regional pre-sale strategy process, ensuring that all proposals are

insight-driven, creatively ambitious, and commercially sound. The role will also act as a key link

between global strategy and regional execution, embedding best practices and contributing to

innovation and repeatable packages.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Creative Leadership

• Lead the proposal development process in APAC, from interpreting client briefs to

shaping compelling solutions that connect insights with outcomes.

delivering innovative concepts and storytelling that align with client objectives.

the full suite of Economist Impact capabilities.

intelligence, and performance learnings.

the sales cycle and showcase Economist Impact's unique strengths.

Collaboration & Regional Impact

strategic alignment between storytelling, branded content, and partnership solutions.

relationships through strategic proposals and consultative engagement.

learnings into future partnership design.

Thought Leadership & Innovation

evolving how Economist Impact presents itself to market.

boundaries while maintaining Economist Impact's editorial integrity.

formats, packages, and proposal excellence.

Qualifications & Experience

marketing within media, publishing, or agency environments.

for premium brands.

across multiple formats (written, digital, live events, multimedia).

brand expectations.

environment.

approaches.

partnerships.

Why this role matters

At Economist Impact, we believe that creative, insight-driven partnerships can drive measurable

change on the world's most pressing issues. The Creative Strategy Director (APAC) sits at the

heart of this mission.

In This Role, You Will

powerful, integrated partnership solutions.

commercially strong, and backed by insight.

and creative leaders to bring new ideas, packages, and formats to market.

sustainability, health, and globalisation that not only deliver results but also align with our

mission of progress.

This is a senior, high-impact role where you will not just respond to briefs — you will set the

standard for creative excellence in APAC and help shape the future of our partnerships globally.

AI usage for your application

We are an innovative organisation that encourages the use of technology. We recognise that candidates may utilise AI tools to support with their job application process. However, it is essential that all information you provide truthfully and accurately reflects your own experience, skills, and qualifications.

What We Offer

Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24 / 7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program.

We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our Work From Anywhere program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 40 days per year. In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home.

You will also be given free access to all The Economist content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more.

Skills Required

Digital Marketing, Storytelling, Proposal Development, creative strategy