Principal (Creative & Client Leadership)

Said Differently is a creative agency built on the belief that there’s a better way. We craft bespoke teams to tackle our clients toughest problems, and we do it quickly, efficiently, and with zero bloat. We’re a place where clients and talent are cared for with the same passion. Built for the global timezone of now, it’s creativity done differently.

The Role: Principal (Creative & Client Leadership)

We are seeking a Principal to lead senior client relationships, partner closely with creative and strategy leaders, and elevate the quality and impact of our work. This is a senior leadership role for someone who has grown up in a creative agency environment and understands how strong strategy, compelling creative, and disciplined delivery come together to drive results. You will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, a champion for creative excellence, and a steady leader for integrated teams. You will balance commercial responsibility with a deep commitment to craft, collaboration, and long-term brand building.

This is not a pure operations or finance role. Success in this position requires fluency in creative development, brand storytelling, and integrated campaign work.

What You’ll Do

Lead a portfolio of brand and marketing clients (approximately $20M to $30M) with full accountability for relationship health, work quality, and growth

Act as the primary strategic partner to senior marketing and brand leaders on the client side

Partner closely with Creative, Strategy, and Delivery leaders to shape campaigns, platforms, and long-term brand programs

Champion strong briefs, clear strategic direction, and high creative standards across all work

Guide teams through concept development, presentation, and refinement to ensure work is bold, relevant, and on strategy

Own financial performance for your accounts, including forecasting, budgeting, and margin management, in service of sustainable creative work

Identify organic growth opportunities through strong client partnerships and proactive ideas

Support new business efforts by helping shape compelling narratives, case studies, and pitches

Mentor account, project, and strategy leaders and help develop the next generation of agency talent

Bring calm, clarity, and perspective to complex creative and client challenges

What You'll Achieve

Deep, trusted relationships with senior brand and marketing leaders

A portfolio known for strong creative work and effective results

Consistent delivery of integrated campaigns and brand programs

Healthy, well-supported teams that produce their best work

Sustainable account growth grounded in partnership and quality

What You Bring

10+ years of leadership experience in a creative, brand, or integrated marketing agency

A demonstrated track record of leading major accounts that produce high-quality creative work

Experience partnering closely with creative and strategy teams throughout the full campaign lifecycle

Strong understanding of brand strategy, creative development, and integrated marketing channels

Comfort reviewing, shaping, and presenting creative work to senior clients

Solid commercial acumen, including P&L ownership and forecasting, within an agency environment

A collaborative leadership style and genuine respect for creative craft

Experience thriving in smaller, fast-moving agencies where leaders are hands-on

Clear, thoughtful communicator who can inspire confidence internally and externally

Strongly Preferred

Experience at a recognized creative, digital, or integrated agency

Direct involvement in major brand campaigns, platform launches, or repositioning efforts

Portfolio or case study experience demonstrating creative impact